FCF Yield
Updated 200h ago
Sector Performance
9th percentileLUV
-3.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
A FCF (free cash flow) yield of -3.5% means the company's free cash flow—cash left after operating and capital expenses—is negative relative to its market value, indicating it is currently spending more cash than it generates.
This places LUV well below its sector median of 4.2%, sitting at the 9th percentile among peers. The trend over the last eight quarters is stable, with a year-over-year change of +0.0% and a quarter-over-quarter decline of -2.9%, showing no improvement in an already poor position. A persistently negative FCF yield combined with a stable trend implies elevated cash-flow risk and limited financial flexibility, which is unattractive for conservative investors. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as a negative FCF yield is typically a bearish signal that does not support a neutral stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about LUV?
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 LUV'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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-3.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
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