HSIC FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 513h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A 5.1% FCF Yield means the company generates free cash flow equal to 5.1% of its market value, offering a direct measure of cash return to investors.
Sector Performance
61th percentileHSIC
5.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
5.2%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
A 5.1% FCF Yield means the company generates free cash flow equal to 5.1% of its market value, offering a direct measure of cash return to investors.
This sits above the sector median of 4.2%, placing the stock at the 60th percentile among peers. The trend data is incomplete: year-over-year change and the last 8 quarters are N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change was -1.9%, with historical values showing a decline from 5.2% to 5.1%. The combination of above-median yield with a slight recent dip suggests moderate cash generation that is not expanding. This level implies limited immediate downside from valuation, yet the downward move adds some caution. The metric supports the NEUTRAL verdict, as the yield is favorable relative to peers but not improving enough to tilt the view toward bullish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about HSIC?
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 HSIC'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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5.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How HSIC's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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