MKC FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 51h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
MKC’s current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 5.5% means that for every dollar of its stock price, the company generates 5.5 cents in free cash flow — the cash left after operating and capital expenses, often used as a measure of financial health and return potential.
Sector Performance
63th percentileMKC
5.5%
Sector Median
4.1%
Sector Avg
7.1%
Prior Period
5.3%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
MKC’s current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 5.5% means that for every dollar of its stock price, the company generates 5.5 cents in free cash flow — the cash left after operating and capital expenses, often used as a measure of financial health and return potential.
That yield sits above the sector median of 4.1%, placing MKC in the 63rd percentile among its peers. However, the metric has been decreasing over the last eight quarters, though the year-over-year change is not available; quarter over quarter it rose 3.8% from the prior period. The combination of a yield above the sector median yet a long-term decreasing trend signals a mixed picture: the company still offers better cash return than most peers, but the prior erosion warrants caution; the recent quarterly uptick could indicate a stabilization. This mixed evidence supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the attractive level is offset by the declining trajectory, offering neither a clear buy nor sell signal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about MKC?
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 MKC's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FMC (-12.9%), BABA (-17.9%), RARE (-18.4%), SPWR (-18.8%), CG (-20.4%).
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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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5.5%
Sector Median
4.1%
Sector Avg
7.1%
How MKC's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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