FCF Yield
Updated 368h ago
Sector Performance
50th percentileMAA
4.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
MAA’s current Free Cash Flow yield of 4.2% means that for every $100 invested in its stock, the company generates $4.20 in free cash flow (cash left after operating and capital expenses) per year.
This yield sits just below the sector median of 4.3%, placing MAA at the 48th percentile among peers — essentially in line with the typical sector return. The trend is decreasing: the metric fell by 2.3% from the prior quarter, and no year-over-year change is available for comparison. The combination of a near-median yield with a declining trend suggests a slight headwind: the cash return is average today but has been eroding, which may introduce modest risk if the decline continues. This metric neither strongly supports nor contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict; the yield is competitive but its downward drift keeps it from being a clear positive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about MAA?
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 MAA'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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4.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
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