FCF Yield
Updated 178h ago
Sector Performance
51th percentileNOC
4.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
NOC’s current Free Cash Flow Yield of 4.3% means that for every $100 of stock price, the company generates $4.30 in free cash flow—a measure of cash available after operations and capital spending, often used to gauge value.
This yield sits slightly above the sector median of 4.2%, placing NOC in the 51st percentile among its peers. The metric has been increasing over the last eight quarters, but the most recent quarter-over-quarter change is –8.5% (dropping from 4.7% to 4.3%); year-over-year data is not available. The combination of a near-median yield with a long-term upward trend but a short-term decline suggests moderate risk: the company offers fair cash generation relative to price, though the recent dip warrants monitoring for any deterioration. This mixed picture does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict—the level is average for the sector, and the trend is neither clearly bullish nor bearish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about NOC?
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 NOC'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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4.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
How NOC's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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