NSC FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 945h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 2.7% means that for every $100 invested in NSC's stock, the company generates $2.70 in free cash flow (the cash left after covering operating expenses and capital investments).
Sector Performance
31th percentileNSC
2.7%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
3.0%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 2.7% means that for every $100 invested in NSC's stock, the company generates $2.70 in free cash flow (the cash left after covering operating expenses and capital investments).
This yield places NSC below its sector median of 4.1%, ranking in the 31st percentile among peers—meaning nearly 70% of comparable companies offer a higher cash return per dollar invested. The metric has been decreasing over the last eight quarters, with no year-over-year change available (N/A), but a quarter-over-quarter decline of -10.0% from the prior quarter's 3.0% to now 2.7%. A yield that is both low relative to the sector and trending downward suggests limited cash-generation efficiency and potential headwinds in converting earnings into free cash. For an investor, this combination increases risk because a declining, below-median FCF yield may signal weaker financial flexibility or higher valuation. This pattern supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict—the metric does not clearly indicate either a compelling buying opportunity or a strong reason to sell, but it reinforces a cautious, balanced view.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about NSC?
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 NSC'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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2.7%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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