CBOE FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 294h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A 5.5% free cash flow yield means that for every $100 of market value, CBOE generates $5.50 in annual free cash flow — the cash left after operating expenses and capital investments.
Sector Performance
66th percentileCBOE
5.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
5.7%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A 5.5% free cash flow yield means that for every $100 of market value, CBOE generates $5.50 in annual free cash flow — the cash left after operating expenses and capital investments.
This sits above the sector median of 4.2%, placing the company at the 65th percentile among peers. The metric is stable over the last eight quarters, though it has slipped 6.8% from a year ago and 3.5% from the prior quarter, with recent readings of 5.5%, 5.7%, 5.4%, 5.6%, and 5.9%. A yield above the median with a flat, slightly softening trend suggests the stock offers a decent cash return relative to peers, but not enough momentum to imply a major upgrade. For investors, this points to moderate income potential without a strong catalyst for above-average returns. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — it neither signals a compelling bargain nor a clear deterioration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about CBOE?
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 CBOE'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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5.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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