GPC FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 486h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 2.4% means that for every $100 you invest in this stock, the company generates roughly $2.40 in cash after essential expenses — a measure of how much cash return you get relative to the share price.
Sector Performance
29th percentileGPC
2.4%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
8.1%
Prior Period
2.6%(Jun 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 2.4% means that for every $100 you invest in this stock, the company generates roughly $2.40 in cash after essential expenses — a measure of how much cash return you get relative to the share price.
This yield stands well below the sector median of 4.2%, placing GPC in the 28th percentile among its peers, indicating lower cash-generation efficiency compared to most similar companies. Over the last eight quarters, the FCF yield has remained stable, but it has declined 4.0% year-over-year and dropped 7.7% quarter-over-quarter, pointing to recent weakening in cash returns. The combination of a below-median yield with a declining trend suggests limited near-term cash-flow opportunity and a higher risk that the stock’s valuation is not well supported by current cash generation. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the low and falling FCF yield instead signals a more cautious view on the stock’s fundamental attractiveness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about GPC?
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 GPC's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: CMCSA (21.5%), NTRS (21.5%), CHTR (21.6%), F (22.4%), YELP (23.5%).
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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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2.4%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
8.1%
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