ODFL FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 249h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF yield of 2.2% means ODFL generates 2.2 cents of free cash flow for every dollar of its market value — a measure of cash return to investors.
Sector Performance
27th percentileODFL
2.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
2.1%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF yield of 2.2% means ODFL generates 2.2 cents of free cash flow for every dollar of its market value — a measure of cash return to investors.
That level sits well below the sector median of 4.2%, placing the company at the 27th percentile among peers, so most competitors offer a higher cash return. The metric is increasing over the last eight quarters, with quarter-over-quarter change of +4.8% and year-over-year change not available. Still, the absolute yield remains low, so the upward trend shows improvement from a weak base rather than a strong current position. This combination — a yield far below the sector norm but moving higher — points to a real but limited opportunity, with the low level still carrying more investment risk than reward. That supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the current yield gives little cushion against valuation or cash-flow disappointments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about ODFL?
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 ODFL'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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2.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How ODFL's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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