IAC FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 876h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 1.3% means that for every $100 invested in IAC, the company generates roughly $1.30 in free cash flow—cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
Sector Performance
19th percentileIAC
1.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
Prior Period
1.5%(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 1.3% means that for every $100 invested in IAC, the company generates roughly $1.30 in free cash flow—cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
That yield sits far below the sector median of 4.1%, placing IAC in the 19th percentile among peers, indicating it offers less cash return than most companies in its industry. The year-over-year change is not available (N/A), but quarter-over-quarter the FCF Yield fell 13.3% from 1.5% to 1.3%, showing a short-term decline. Combining a low yield (well below the median) with a recent downward trend suggests a higher risk of low cash generation relative to the stock’s price, and limited near-term return from free cash flow alone. This metric directly supports the CAUTIOUS verdict, as the weak FCF Yield and its continued decline reinforce the view that the stock may be overvalued or that cash flow is under pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about IAC?
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 IAC's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: JACK (23.5%), BBWI (23.7%), YELP (26.5%), MET (27.9%), WRLD (28.8%).
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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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1.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
How IAC's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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