GL FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 369h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF yield of 9.0% means for every dollar you pay for the stock, the company generates 9.0 cents of free cash flow—cash profits left after necessary spending—which is a measure of how cheaply you buy that cash.
Sector Performance
84th percentileGL
9.0%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
8.8%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF yield of 9.0% means for every dollar you pay for the stock, the company generates 9.0 cents of free cash flow—cash profits left after necessary spending—which is a measure of how cheaply you buy that cash.
This sits well above the 4.2% sector median, placing the stock in the 84th percentile among peers, so it is richer in cash generation than most comparable companies. The trend is limited: the year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +2.3%, moving from 8.8% to 9.0% in the most recent period. A high yield combined with a recent increase suggests a possible opportunity for cash-focused investors, yet the absence of a longer trend makes it hard to confirm whether this improvement is lasting or temporary. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the strong absolute and relative level is positive, but the fragmented trend data means it does not justify shifting to a bullish stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about GL?
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 GL'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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9.0%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How GL's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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