FCF Yield
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Sector Performance
38th percentileMSCI
3.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
MSCI's current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 3.2% means that for every $100 of its stock price, the company generates about $3.20 in free cash flow—the cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
That figure sits below the sector median of 4.2%, placing MSCI in the 38th percentile among its peers, so roughly 62% of sector peers offer a higher FCF yield. Trend information for the last eight quarters is unavailable, but the year-over-year change is also not available; the quarter-over-quarter change shows a decline of 11.1%, from 3.6% to 3.2%. The combination of a yield below the sector median and a recent quarterly drop suggests reduced cash-flow efficiency relative to peers, which may point to higher valuation risk or lower cash return potential. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the below-median yield and negative quarterly movement align with a more guarded view on the stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about MSCI?
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 MSCI'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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3.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
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