FCF Yield
Updated 440h ago
Sector Performance
86th percentileGEN
10.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
A free cash flow yield of 10.1% means that for every dollar of stock price, the company generates about 10.1 cents in free cash flow — the cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
This figure is well above the sector median of 4.3%, placing the company in the 87th percentile among its peers. While the metric has been increasing over the last eight quarters, the year-over-year change is not available, and the quarter-over-quarter change is -23.5%, marking a sharp decline from the prior quarter's 13.2%. The combination of a high absolute yield with a recent quarterly drop suggests that the company still generates strong cash flow relative to its price, but the downward trend warrants attention as it may signal deteriorating cash generation or rising valuation. This mixed picture — strong peer-relative level but weakening short-term momentum — aligns with a neutral stance, as it offers both an attractive entry point and a reason for caution. The overall NEUTRAL verdict is supported by the metric: the FCF yield does not strongly advocate for a bullish or bearish position.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about GEN?
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 GEN'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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10.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
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