FCF Yield
Updated 174h ago
Sector Performance
46th percentileHRL
3.9%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.8%
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 3.9% means that for every dollar of stock price, the company generates nearly four cents in free cash flow—the cash left after operating expenses and capital investments.
This yield sits just below the sector median of 4.2%, placing HRL in the 45th percentile among its sector peers. Over the last eight quarters, the trend direction has been decreasing, though the most recent quarter-over-quarter change shows a +5.4% improvement from 3.7% to 3.9%; the year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a yield below the sector median and a long‑term decreasing trend suggests limited cash‑flow efficiency relative to peers, with the recent quarterly uptick offering only a modest counterbalance. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the below‑median level and declining trajectory point to below‑average return potential from free cash flow.
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: FLNC (-6.3%), NCLH (-13.0%), SG (-13.6%), XEL (-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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3.9%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.8%
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