MTD FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 529h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 3.2% means that for every $100 invested in MTD’s stock, the company generates about $3.20 in free cash flow per year — free cash flow is the cash left after operating and capital expenses, a measure of financial health.
Sector Performance
38th percentileMTD
3.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.2%
Prior Period
3.3%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 3.2% means that for every $100 invested in MTD’s stock, the company generates about $3.20 in free cash flow per year — free cash flow is the cash left after operating and capital expenses, a measure of financial health.
This yield sits below the sector median of 4.3%, placing MTD in the 35th percentile among its peers, indicating it underperforms most similar companies on this metric. Over the last eight quarters the trend direction has been increasing, but on a quarterly basis the metric fell 3.0% from the prior quarter (from 3.3% to 3.2%); year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a below‑median yield with a recent quarterly decline suggests limited current cash‑return strength, even though the longer‑term uptrend offers some offset — this creates a mixed risk profile. This metric directly contradicts the CAUTIOUS verdict because the low yield and declining quarter align with a cautious view, while the multi‑quarter uptrend does not fully negate the concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about MTD?
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 MTD's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: BBWI (21.0%), COF (21.2%), CMCSA (21.5%), CHTR (21.6%), STT (21.6%).
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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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3.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.2%
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