FCF Yield
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Sector Performance
70th percentileEFX
6.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.8%
Deep Analysis
EFX's current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 6.1% means that for every dollar of its stock price, the company generates about 6.1 cents in cash from operations after capital spending — a measure of how much cash return the stock offers relative to its price.
This yield sits above the sector median of 4.4%, placing EFX in the 70th percentile among its peers, indicating it delivers a higher cash return than most companies in its sector. Trend information is not available because the year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and no prior quarterly data exists for comparison. Without a trend, the investment case rests solely on the current level — a 6.1% yield above the sector median suggests a potential opportunity, but it also implies higher risk if the company’s cash generation is volatile or if the yield is elevated due to a depressed stock price. This single data point aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the yield is attractive relative to peers but lacks directional confirmation, offering neither a clear bullish catalyst nor a definitive warning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about EFX?
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 EFX's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FLNC (-6.3%), NCLH (-13.0%), SG (-13.6%), XEL (-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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6.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.8%
How EFX's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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