ROST FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 198h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 2.8% means that, for every $100 invested in ROST, it generates roughly $2.80 in free cash flow—cash left after operating and capital expenses—per year.
Sector Performance
32th percentileROST
2.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
2.7%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 2.8% means that, for every $100 invested in ROST, it generates roughly $2.80 in free cash flow—cash left after operating and capital expenses—per year.
This trails the sector median of 4.1%, placing ROST at the 33rd percentile among peers, so most comparable stocks offer a higher cash return. Over the last eight quarters, the metric has been stable, with the most recent value at 2.8% versus 2.7% previously; the quarter-over-quarter change is +3.7%, while the year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a below-median yield with a stable trend suggests modest cash generation relative to price, offering limited immediate cash-based reward but no clear deterioration. This does not strongly signal either upside or downside, as the stable trajectory reduces surprise risk. The metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, since it neither highlights an undervalued cash machine nor points to a cash-flow problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about ROST?
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 ROST'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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2.8%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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