FCF Yield
Updated 272h ago
Sector Performance
63th percentileHST
5.4%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
A company’s free cash flow (FCF) yield shows how much cash it generates from operations after expenses, relative to its stock price — a 5.4% yield means for every $100 invested, the company produces $5.40 in cash.
This yield sits above the sector median of 4.2%, placing HST in the 63rd percentile among its peers. Despite the current level beating the sector, the metric has been decreasing over the last eight quarters; the year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter it rose by 8.0% from 5.0% to 5.4%. The combination of a relatively high current yield with a declining long-term trend suggests the stock offers above-average cash generation right now, but investors should watch whether that yield continues to erode. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the yield is a positive above the sector median, yet the downward trend tempers the opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about HST?
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 HST's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FMC (-12.9%), NCLH (-13.0%), XEL (-13.6%), SG (-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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5.4%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
How HST's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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