RIVN FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 217h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of -9.8% means that for every $100 of market value, Rivian is burning about $9.80 in free cash flow (cash left after expenses and investments) rather than generating it — a negative yield signals the company is spending more than it earns.
Sector Performance
5th percentileRIVN
-9.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.2%
Prior Period
-10.7%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of -9.8% means that for every $100 of market value, Rivian is burning about $9.80 in free cash flow (cash left after expenses and investments) rather than generating it — a negative yield signals the company is spending more than it earns.
Among sector peers, the median FCF Yield is 4.2%, placing Rivian at the 5th percentile, far below most competitors. The metric has been increasing over the last eight quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter improvement of +8.4% (from -10.7% to -9.8%); year-over-year change is not available. While the negative level indicates ongoing cash burn and high risk, the upward trend suggests the cash flow situation is gradually improving. This combination — a very low level relative to peers but a positive trend — implies that the investment risk remains elevated, though the direction offers some potential for recovery. This metric strongly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as a negative yield and bottom-quartile ranking underscore the company’s financial fragility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about RIVN?
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 RIVN's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: BBWI (21.0%), COF (21.2%), CMCSA (21.5%), CHTR (21.6%), STT (21.6%).
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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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-9.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.2%
How RIVN's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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