IMO FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 83h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 7.0% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generated $7.00 in free cash flow over the past year — a measure of how much cash is left after operating expenses and capital spending.
Sector Performance
77th percentileIMO
7.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
Prior Period
7.0%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 7.0% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generated $7.00 in free cash flow over the past year — a measure of how much cash is left after operating expenses and capital spending.
This sits above the sector median of 4.2%, placing IMO in the 76th percentile among peers, so the level is comparatively strong. The trend direction is N/A for the last 8 quarters; the year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is -4.1%, falling from 7.3% to 7.0%. The combination of a high yield with a recent quarterly decline suggests the stock still offers solid cash generation versus peers, yet the downward move introduces moderate risk if the trend continues. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict: the yield is favorable, but the recent erosion in free cash flow yield justifies caution rather than conviction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about IMO?
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 IMO'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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