FCF Yield
Updated 464h ago
Sector Performance
13th percentileES
-0.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of -0.2% means the company’s free cash flow—the cash left after operating expenses and capital investments—is slightly negative relative to its market value, so it is not generating excess cash for shareholders.
Among sector peers, the median FCF Yield is 4.3%, and ES ranks in the 10th percentile—well below the average. The year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and there is no trend direction available from the last eight quarters, with only a single historical value of -0.2%. Because the FCF Yield is both negative and far below the sector median, it signals weak cash generation that could imply higher financial risk or limited ability to return capital to investors. However, the absence of any trend data means it is unclear whether this is a temporary shortfall or a persistent issue. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the poor cash yield warrants caution, but the lack of historical context prevents a more definitive bearish assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about ES?
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 ES's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FMC (-12.9%), NCLH (-13.0%), XEL (-13.6%), SG (-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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-0.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
How ES's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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