EPD FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 179h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF yield of 3.6% means for every $100 of company market value, it generates about $3.60 in annual free cash flow — cash left after operating and capital expenses.
Sector Performance
43th percentileEPD
3.6%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
Prior Period
3.5%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF yield of 3.6% means for every $100 of company market value, it generates about $3.60 in annual free cash flow — cash left after operating and capital expenses.
This sits below the sector median of 4.2%, placing EPD at the 42nd percentile among peers. Over the last 8 quarters, the metric has been decreasing overall, though the year-over-year change is N/A; the quarter-over-quarter change is +2.9%, moving from 3.5% to 3.6%. So, while the longer trend points lower, the latest quarter shows a slight bounce. The combination of a below-median level with a historical downtrend suggests tempered cash return potential, though the recent uptick offers a mild offset. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the yield neither stands out positively nor signals a clear deterioration beyond the broader pattern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about EPD?
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 EPD'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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3.6%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
How EPD's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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