CNQ FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 107h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 8.5% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generates $8.50 in free cash flow — the cash left after operating costs and capital spending.
Sector Performance
79th percentileCNQ
7.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
Prior Period
8.5%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 8.5% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generates $8.50 in free cash flow — the cash left after operating costs and capital spending.
This is well above the sector median of 4.2%, placing CNQ in the 82nd percentile among sector peers, so its cash generation is stronger than most. However, the trend is decreasing: the most recent quarter shows a -6.6% change, and year-over-year change is not available, while the prior two readings were 9.1% and 9.5%. A high but falling yield suggests the company still offers good cash income relative to price, yet the momentum is weakening, which lowers the margin of safety for investors. The combination of strong level and negative trend implies moderate opportunity with rising risk if the decline continues. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it balances a leading cash yield against a deteriorating trajectory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about CNQ?
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 CNQ's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: RARE (-18.7%), CG (-19.3%), RXRX (-20.3%), PLUG (-22.0%), NTLA (-22.5%).
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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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7.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
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