CB FCF Yield Analysis
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Key Takeaway
FCF yield measures the annual free cash flow a company generates relative to its market value, so a 9.7% yield means CB produces roughly $9.70 in free cash for every $100 of equity value.
Sector Performance
86th percentileCB
9.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
9.7%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
FCF yield measures the annual free cash flow a company generates relative to its market value, so a 9.7% yield means CB produces roughly $9.70 in free cash for every $100 of equity value.
That level is well above the sector median of 4.2% and places CB in the 85th percentile among peers, indicating more attractive cash generation per dollar of price than most comparable companies. The metric is trending upward: it rose from 9.2% to 9.6% to 9.7% over the most recent three quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter gain of +1.0%; year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a high, rising FCF yield suggests improving cash flow or a lower valuation, which can reduce downside risk and point to potential upside if the trend persists. However, the overall verdict on the stock is NEUTRAL, and this metric supports that stance: the strong cash yield offers positive signals, but it does not override other factors that keep the rating balanced. In short, the level and direction align with a neutral outlook rather than a clear buy or sell trigger.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about CB?
One of the purest measures of value. High FCF yield means the company generates a lot of cash relative to its price — favoured by value investors.
How is the FCF Yield calculated?
FCF Yield is calculated as: Free Cash Flow / Market Cap.
Who are CB's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: JACK (23.5%), BBWI (23.7%), YELP (25.7%), MET (27.9%), WIX (29.2%).
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The Formula
Free Cash Flow / Market Cap
Why It Matters
One of the purest measures of value. High FCF yield means the company generates a lot of cash relative to its price — favoured by value investors.
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9.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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