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LNT FCF Yield Analysis

6.4%

Higher than 86% of Utilities sector peers

Updated 393h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

FCF Yield measures the free cash flow a company generates per dollar of its market value, and at 6.4% it means Alliant produces $0.064 of free cash for every $1 of equity price.

Sector Performance

86th percentile

LNT

6.4%

Sector Median

-4.3%

Sector Avg

-4.0%

Prior Period

6.0%(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

FCF Yield measures the free cash flow a company generates per dollar of its market value, and at 6.4% it means Alliant produces $0.064 of free cash for every $1 of equity price.

This is well above the Utilities sector median of -4.2%, placing the stock in the 86th percentile of its peers. The metric is increasing over the last 8 quarters, with the most recent readings at 6.4%, up 6.7% quarter-over-quarter; year-over-year change is not available. A high and rising FCF yield suggests improving cash generation relative to valuation, which can lower investment risk while the sector median negative indicates many peers are burning cash. The combination of an above-peer level and upward trend points to a more favorable cash position than typical utilities, but it does not overcome other factors. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the strong FCF yield is already reflected in the stock’s positioning, offering no clear edge for a buy or sell.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the FCF Yield tell investors about LNT?

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.

How does LNT's FCF Yield compare to its sector?

LNT's FCF Yield of 6.4% compares to a Utilities sector median of -4.3%, placing it in the 86th percentile.

Who are LNT's closest peers by FCF Yield?

The closest Utilities peers by FCF Yield include: ATO (-5.6%), AEE (-2.9%), PNW (-6.3%), PEG (0.1%), AES (-15.9%).

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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.