HRL FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 249h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 3.8% means that for every dollar you invest in HRL’s stock, the company generates about 3.8 cents in free cash flow—cash left after operating expenses and capital spending—offering a measure of the cash return on your investment.
Sector Performance
48th percentileHRL
4.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
3.8%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 3.8% means that for every dollar you invest in HRL’s stock, the company generates about 3.8 cents in free cash flow—cash left after operating expenses and capital spending—offering a measure of the cash return on your investment.
This sits below the sector median of 4.2%, placing HRL in the 45th percentile among its peers, so the yield is slightly weaker than the typical competitor. The metric has been stable over the last eight quarters, with no year-over-year change available and a quarter-over-quarter decrease of -2.6%, indicating a small recent decline within an otherwise flat trend. A stable but below-median yield combined with a slight quarterly dip suggests limited immediate risk of a cash-flow collapse, yet also points to lower cash generation relative to sector peers, which may cap upside potential. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the below-average yield and its small recent drop underscore a lack of compelling cash return advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about HRL?
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 HRL'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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4.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How HRL's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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