HSBC FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 203h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A 7.2% free cash flow yield means that for every $100 of HSBC’s market value, the company generates $7.20 in annual free cash flow—cash left after operating costs and capital spending.
Sector Performance
77th percentileHSBC
7.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
Prior Period
7.1%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A 7.2% free cash flow yield means that for every $100 of HSBC’s market value, the company generates $7.20 in annual free cash flow—cash left after operating costs and capital spending.
That is well above the sector median of 4.2%, placing HSBC in the 77th percentile of peers. The trend is stable across the last eight quarters, with the latest quarter up 1.4% from the prior quarter, though a year-over-year change is not available. A high and stable FCF yield generally signals dependable cash generation, which lowers downside risk for investors. The slightly improving quarterly trend adds a mild tailwind, but the level is already strong rather than accelerating. This metric supports the cautious overall verdict because, while the cash flow is solid, it does not by itself justify a more aggressive stance given other uncertainties.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about HSBC?
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 HSBC's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: RARE (-18.7%), CG (-19.3%), RXRX (-20.3%), PLUG (-22.0%), NTLA (-22.5%).
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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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7.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
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