GLW FCF Yield Analysis
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Key Takeaway
A free cash flow yield of 1.1% means the company generates $1.10 in cash profit from operations for every $100 of its stock price.
Sector Performance
18th percentileGLW
1.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
1.0%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A free cash flow yield of 1.1% means the company generates $1.10 in cash profit from operations for every $100 of its stock price.
This is below the sector median of 4.2%, placing GLW in the 19th percentile of peers—meaning most comparable companies offer a higher cash return. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +10.0%, as the metric rose from 1.0% to 1.1% in the latest period. The low yield signals limited cash generation relative to valuation, a possible risk, though the recent quarterly improvement offers a mild offset. This combination supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the weak level keeps the stock unappealing on a cash-return basis, while the modest uptick prevents a bearish signal. The metric does not contradict the neutral stance, as it aligns with a balanced outlook.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about GLW?
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 GLW'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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1.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How GLW's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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