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EQR FCF Yield Analysis

5.2%

Updated 273h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Free cash flow yield (FCF Yield) is the cash a company generates from operations minus capital spending, divided by its market value — currently 5.2% for EQR.

Sector Performance

62th percentile

EQR

5.2%

Sector Median

4.2%

Sector Avg

9.2%

Prior Period

5.4%(Apr 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Free cash flow yield (FCF Yield) is the cash a company generates from operations minus capital spending, divided by its market value — currently 5.2% for EQR.

This sits above the sector median of 4.2%, placing EQR at the 62nd percentile among sector peers. The trend cannot be assessed because the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A; the only historical value provided is the current 5.2%. A level

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the FCF Yield tell investors about EQR?

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 EQR'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.