FCF Yield
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Sector Performance
45th percentileCHRW
3.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
A Free Cash Flow Yield of 3.8% means that for every dollar of stock price, the company generated about 3.8 cents in free cash flow (the cash left after operating and capital expenses).
This yield sits below the sector median of 4.2%, placing CHRW in the 44th percentile among its peers. The trend has been decreasing over the last eight quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter decline of -5.0% (a year-over-year figure is not available). The combination of a below-median yield and a declining trend suggests that the stock’s cash generation relative to its price is weakening, which raises investment risk. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as a low and falling free cash flow yield often signals reduced financial flexibility or an overvalued share price.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about CHRW?
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 CHRW's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FMC (-12.9%), NCLH (-13.0%), XEL (-13.6%), SG (-13.6%), GS (-14.0%).
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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3.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
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