MOS FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 57h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of -7.4% means the company is generating negative free cash flow — the cash left after capital spending — equal to 7.4% of its market value.
Sector Performance
7th percentileMOS
-7.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
-7.4%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of -7.4% means the company is generating negative free cash flow — the cash left after capital spending — equal to 7.4% of its market value.
This compares poorly to the sector median of 4.2%, placing the stock at the 7th percentile among peers. The metric is stable over the last eight quarters, with a year-over-year improvement of +5.1% and a quarter-over-quarter decline of -1.4%. This combination of a persistently negative yield near the bottom of its sector implies ongoing cash burn, but the stable trend limits the immediate risk of accelerating deterioration. The weak level and flat direction suggest a higher-risk profile than the sector average, though not a worsening one. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, which expects balanced performance; a negative FCF yield at the 7th percentile is a clear downside signal. Overall, the stable trend prevents a bearish call, but the metric does not support a neutral stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about MOS?
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 MOS'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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-7.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How MOS's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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