OXY FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 105h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 6.7% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generates $6.70 in free cash flow—the cash left after operating and capital expenses.
Sector Performance
75th percentileOXY
6.9%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
6.7%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 6.7% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generates $6.70 in free cash flow—the cash left after operating and capital expenses.
This sits above the sector median of 4.2%, placing OXY in the 74th percentile among peers, so it offers a stronger cash return than most comparable stocks. The metric is decreasing: it fell 4.3% from the prior quarter, while the year-over-year change is not available, and the last eight quarters show a persistent downward path. A high but declining yield suggests the cash return is eroding, which can signal rising valuation or weakening cash generation—an investment risk if the trend continues. This combination supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the attractive absolute yield is countered by a clear negative trajectory, so the stock is neither a standout opportunity nor a clear avoid. The metric supports the NEUTRAL stance rather than contradicting it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about OXY?
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 OXY'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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6.9%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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