FCF Yield
Updated 126h ago
Sector Performance
48th percentileNDSN
4.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.8%
Deep Analysis
With a current Free Cash Flow (FCF) Yield of 4.1%, for every dollar you invest in this stock you get roughly 4.1 cents of free cash flow back each year — think of it as the cash return on your investment, similar to a dividend yield but based on actual cash generated after expenses.
This yield sits just below the sector median of 4.2%, placing the company at the 49th percentile among its peers, meaning it performs in line with roughly half the industry. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter decline of -2.4% shows a small drop in cash yield from the prior quarter’s 4.2%. Because the current level is nearly identical to the sector median and only slipped slightly last quarter, the combination suggests neither a clear advantage nor a material risk — the stock generates an average cash return with a minor recent weakening. This steady, near-median performance directly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the FCF yield offers no compelling reason to be bullish or bearish relative to peers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about NDSN?
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 NDSN's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FLNC (-6.3%), NCLH (-13.0%), SG (-13.6%), XEL (-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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4.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.8%
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