LYB FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 225h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 2.1% means that for every $100 invested in the stock, the company generates $2.10 in cash available to shareholders after capital expenses — a measure of cash profitability relative to price.
Sector Performance
23th percentileLYB
1.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
2.1%(Jun 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 2.1% means that for every $100 invested in the stock, the company generates $2.10 in cash available to shareholders after capital expenses — a measure of cash profitability relative to price.
This yield sits well below the sector median of 4.4%, placing the stock in the 23rd percentile among its peers, indicating weaker cash generation compared to most similar companies. Over the last eight quarters, the FCF yield has been decreasing, though the quarter-over-quarter change shows a +5.0% uptick from the prior quarter’s 2.0% (most recent three values: 2.1%, 2.0%, 2.8%); year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a low absolute yield (below the sector median) and a longer-term decreasing trend suggests below-average cash returns and potential pressure on valuation, though the recent quarterly improvement offers a slight offset. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the weak level and declining trend typically point to higher risk rather than a balanced opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about LYB?
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 LYB'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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1.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How LYB's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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