CHTR FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 153h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
FCF yield of 21.2% means the company generates free cash flow equal to 21.2% of its market value each year, a measure of cash profitability relative to price.
Sector Performance
96th percentileCHTR
21.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
21.2%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
FCF yield of 21.2% means the company generates free cash flow equal to 21.2% of its market value each year, a measure of cash profitability relative to price.
This is far above the sector median of 4.1%, placing CHTR in the 96th percentile among peers. The metric is stable over the last 8 quarters, with year-over-year change not available and a quarter-over-quarter increase of 1.9 percentage points. A very high and stable FCF yield suggests consistent cash generation, which lowers near-term liquidity risk but does not address other potential concerns. This high FCF yield contradicts the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as it indicates the company's cash flow strength is a positive factor against broader risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about CHTR?
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 CHTR'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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21.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How CHTR's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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