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CME FCF Yield Analysis

4.2%

Updated 153h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A 4.4% FCF Yield means that for every $100 of market value, the company generated $4.40 in free cash flow over the past year — a measure of the cash left after operating and capital expenses.

Sector Performance

50th percentile

CME

4.2%

Sector Median

4.2%

Sector Avg

9.2%

Prior Period

4.4%(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

A 4.4% FCF Yield means that for every $100 of market value, the company generated $4.40 in free cash flow over the past year — a measure of the cash left after operating and capital expenses.

This sits slightly above the sector median of 4.2%, placing CME at the 53rd percentile among peers, so it is roughly mid-pack. The metric is decreasing: quarter-over-quarter it fell 2.2%, and the year-over-year change is not available; the last three readings (4.4%, 4.5%, 4.7%) show a clear downward drift. The combination of an above-median but falling yield suggests the company still converts earnings to cash reasonably well, yet the shrinking cash return may signal moderating generation ability or rising valuation. For an investor, this adds a mild caution against expecting higher cash returns soon, without suggesting immediate trouble. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: it shows neither a compelling bargain nor a clearly deteriorating cash profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the FCF Yield tell investors about CME?

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 CME'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.