FCF Yield
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Sector Performance
79th percentileKEY
8.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
Free cash flow (FCF) yield measures how much cash a company generates relative to its stock price—essentially, the cash return per dollar invested.
At 8.1%, KEY's FCF yield is nearly double the sector median of 4.2% and sits in the 79th percentile among its peers, indicating it offers a higher-than-average cash return. However, the metric has been decreasing over the last eight quarters, with the most recent quarter-over-quarter change of -3.6% (year-over-year data is not available). The combination of a still-strong level but a downward trend suggests that while the company currently generates attractive cash flow relative to its price, that advantage is eroding, adding caution for investors looking for stability. This mixed picture—superior current yield versus declining momentum—aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the metric neither strongly supports a buy nor a sell case on its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about KEY?
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 KEY'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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8.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
How KEY's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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