EQT FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 273h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A free cash flow yield of 8.4% means EQT generates $8.40 in annual free cash flow—cash left after operating costs and capital spending—for every $100 of its market value.
Sector Performance
82th percentileEQT
8.4%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
8.5%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A free cash flow yield of 8.4% means EQT generates $8.40 in annual free cash flow—cash left after operating costs and capital spending—for every $100 of its market value.
That level is more than double the sector median of 4.2%, placing the stock in the 81st percentile among peers, so the income-generating capacity is strong relative to similar companies. However, the yield is falling: it has decreased 1.2 percentage points from the prior quarter, and the year-over-year change is not available, though the recent sequence (8.4%, 8.5%, 9.1%) confirms a downward trend over the last eight quarters. The combination of an above-median yield but a declining trajectory suggests moderating cash generation or a rising share price, which reduces the cushion for investors but does not signal distress. This mixed picture fits the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the high absolute free cash flow yield supports value, while the persistent decline argues against a bullish stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about EQT?
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 EQT'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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8.4%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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