SYY FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 410h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 4.0% means that for every dollar invested in SYY stock, the company generates 4.0 cents in free cash flow — a measure of cash left after expenses and investments, similar to a cash return on your investment.
Sector Performance
46th percentileSYY
4.0%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.2%
Prior Period
4.1%(Jun 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 4.0% means that for every dollar invested in SYY stock, the company generates 4.0 cents in free cash flow — a measure of cash left after expenses and investments, similar to a cash return on your investment.
This is slightly below the sector median of 4.2%, placing SYY in the 47th percentile among its peers, meaning it offers a marginally lower cash yield than about half of comparable companies. Over the past eight quarters, the FCF Yield has been decreasing, with a quarter-over-quarter decline of -2.4%; no year-over-year change data is available. The combination of a yield near the sector median but with a declining trend suggests limited immediate risk, though the deterioration could indicate weakening cash generation relative to the stock price, warranting caution for investors seeking stable returns. This metric directly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the yield is close to the peer average while the negative trend prevents a more bullish or bearish stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about SYY?
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 SYY'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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4.0%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.2%
How SYY's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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