SNPS FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 219h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 1.7% means that for every $1 invested in SNPS stock, the company generates about $0.017 in free cash flow (cash left after capital expenses) per year.
Sector Performance
22th percentileSNPS
1.7%
Sector Median
4.1%
Sector Avg
7.1%
Prior Period
1.6%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 1.7% means that for every $1 invested in SNPS stock, the company generates about $0.017 in free cash flow (cash left after capital expenses) per year.
This is far below the sector median of 4.2%, placing SNPS in the 21st percentile – meaning 79% of sector peers offer a higher cash return per dollar invested. Over the last eight quarters, the FCF Yield has been increasing, with the most recent quarterly value rising 6.2% from 1.6% to 1.7%; year‑over‑year change is not available. The combination of a low absolute yield (still well under half the sector median) but an upward trend suggests a modestly improving cash generation profile, but not enough to offset the below‑average starting point. This mixed picture – weak level with positive momentum – supports the NEUTRAL verdict: the metric does not signal a clear buying or selling opportunity on its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about SNPS?
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 SNPS's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FMC (-12.9%), BABA (-17.9%), RARE (-18.4%), SPWR (-18.8%), CG (-20.4%).
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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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1.7%
Sector Median
4.1%
Sector Avg
7.1%
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