LIN FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 243h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A free cash flow yield of 2.1% means that for every $100 you invest in LIN, the company generates about $2.10 in free cash flow (cash left after expenses and capital spending) annually.
Sector Performance
26th percentileLIN
2.1%
Sector Median
4.1%
Sector Avg
7.1%
Prior Period
2.0%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
A free cash flow yield of 2.1% means that for every $100 you invest in LIN, the company generates about $2.10 in free cash flow (cash left after expenses and capital spending) annually.
LIN’s yield sits below the sector median of 4.2%, placing it in the 26th percentile among peers — meaning 74% of sector companies offer a higher cash return relative to price. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter movement shows a +5.0% improvement, rising from 2.0% to 2.1%. While the absolute yield is low compared to the sector, the recent uptick suggests a slight narrowing of that gap. This combination of a below-median level with a small positive trend implies limited immediate risk but also no compelling valuation opportunity from a cash-flow perspective. The metric neither supports nor contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the low yield keeps the stock from looking cheap, while the modest improvement prevents a negative tilt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about LIN?
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 LIN'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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2.1%
Sector Median
4.1%
Sector Avg
7.1%
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