KHC FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 123h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 11.9% means that for every $100 invested in KHC stock, the company generates roughly $11.90 in free cash flow per year—free cash flow being the cash left after operating and capital expenses.
Sector Performance
89th percentileKHC
11.9%
Sector Median
4.1%
Sector Avg
7.1%
Prior Period
12.3%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 11.9% means that for every $100 invested in KHC stock, the company generates roughly $11.90 in free cash flow per year—free cash flow being the cash left after operating and capital expenses.
This yield is well above the sector median of 4.2%, placing KHC in the 89th percentile among its peers. Over the last eight quarters the metric has been stable, with no year-over-year change available and a quarter-over-quarter decline of 3.3% (from 12.2% to 11.9%). A high yield combined with a stable trend generally points to an attractive cash return, but the recent small drop introduces a mild caution. This metric contradicts the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as a double-digit FCF yield typically signals undervaluation and strong cash generation—though other factors likely drove the cautious stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about KHC?
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 KHC's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FMC (-12.9%), BABA (-17.9%), RARE (-18.4%), SPWR (-18.8%), CG (-20.4%).
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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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11.9%
Sector Median
4.1%
Sector Avg
7.1%
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