CMS FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 153h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A negative free cash flow yield of -8.1% means CMS generates less cash from operations after capital spending than its market value implies, effectively burning cash relative to its price tag.
Sector Performance
6th percentileCMS
-8.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
-8.1%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A negative free cash flow yield of -8.1% means CMS generates less cash from operations after capital spending than its market value implies, effectively burning cash relative to its price tag.
Against sector peers, this sits far below the 4.1% median, placing CMS in the 6th percentile — nearly the worst among its group. The trend data is limited: the year-over-year change is N/A, while the quarter-over-quarter change shows a further decline of -2.5%, from -7.9% to -8.1%. This combination of a deeply negative level and a worsening recent trend points to elevated cash-flow risk, potentially straining dividends or growth plans. However, with only two data points and no YoY comparison, the signal is too thin to call a clear bearish case. The metric supports the NEUTRAL verdict directly: it warns against upside optimism but lacks enough trend evidence to justify shifting to a negative stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about CMS?
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 CMS'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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-8.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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