FCF Yield
Higher than 31% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers
Updated 337h ago
Sector Performance
31th percentileRCL
1.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
-6.4%
Deep Analysis
The current Free Cash Flow (FCF) Yield of 1.5% means that for every $100 you invest in Royal Caribbean, the company generates roughly $1.50 in free cash flow per year — a measure of the cash left after operating and capital expenses.
This yield sits well below the sector median of 4.8% for Consumer Cyclical stocks, placing Royal Caribbean in the 29th percentile among its peers, indicating lower cash-flow efficiency versus the typical competitor. Both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are not available (N/A), and no historical trend data is provided for the last eight quarters, so no directional movement can be assessed. The combination of a low FCF Yield (below the sector median) with no trend data suggests limited insight into whether the yield is improving or deteriorating, creating uncertainty about cash return potential. This metric alone does not strongly support or contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict; the low yield points to a potential valuation concern, but the absence of trend information prevents a firm bearish conclusion, aligning with a neutral stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about RCL?
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.
How does RCL's FCF Yield compare to its sector?
RCL's FCF Yield of 1.5% compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 4.2%, placing it in the 31th percentile.
Who are RCL's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by FCF Yield include: BOOT (2.4%), SHAK (2.3%), ONON (2.1%), TM (1.4%), CPRI (0.6%).
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.
Master RCL's Valuation
Get the complete institutional research report covering all fundamental and technical metrics.
View full RCL research report →RCL
1.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
-6.4%
How RCL's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
Also Analyze
Not financial advice. Research tool only. Data may be delayed.