FIS FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 136h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A free cash flow yield of 8.0% means FIS generates $0.08 in free cash flow for every $1 of its market value, a measure of the cash return an investor would earn if the company’s valuation stayed flat.
Sector Performance
83th percentileFIS
8.7%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
8.0%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A free cash flow yield of 8.0% means FIS generates $0.08 in free cash flow for every $1 of its market value, a measure of the cash return an investor would earn if the company’s valuation stayed flat.
That yield is nearly double the sector median of 4.2%, placing FIS at the 80th percentile among its sector peers. The trend is stable over the last 8 quarters, with no year-over-year change reported and a slight quarter-over-quarter decline of 5.9% from 8.5% to the current 8.0%. The combination of a high, stable yield suggests consistent cash generation without a sharp deterioration in value or earnings, which lowers near-term downside risk. However, the small quarterly dip hints at minor pressure, so the opportunity is balanced rather than compelling. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because it confirms solid cash returns relative to peers but shows no momentum to push the stock decisively higher or lower.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about FIS?
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 FIS'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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8.7%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How FIS's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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