LW FCF Yield Analysis
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Key Takeaway
The current Free Cash Flow (FCF) Yield of 3.6% means that for every $100 you invest in LW, the company generates roughly $3.60 in free cash flow each year — a measure of how much cash is available after operating expenses and capital spending.
Sector Performance
78th percentileLW
7.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
7.1%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current Free Cash Flow (FCF) Yield of 3.6% means that for every $100 you invest in LW, the company generates roughly $3.60 in free cash flow each year — a measure of how much cash is available after operating expenses and capital spending.
Against sector peers, LW’s 3.6% sits below the sector median of 4.2%, placing it in the 43rd percentile, meaning over half of peers offer a higher yield. Trend data is limited: year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the FCF Yield declined by 2.7% (from 3.7% to 3.6%). The combination of a below-median yield and a recent quarterly decline points to a weaker cash generation profile relative to peers, introducing a modest risk for income-focused investors. This metric does not directly contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, but it leans toward caution, as the current yield and negative quarterly trend offer no clear advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about LW?
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 LW's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: JACK (23.5%), BBWI (23.7%), YELP (25.7%), MET (27.9%), WIX (29.2%).
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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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7.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How LW's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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