TSN FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 369h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 5.7% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generates $5.70 in free cash flow — the cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
Sector Performance
69th percentileTSN
5.7%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
5.8%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 5.7% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generates $5.70 in free cash flow — the cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
That is above the sector median of 4.2%, placing TSN at the 67th percentile among peers, so its cash return is better than most but not top-tier. The metric is stable across the last 8 quarters, with recent readings of 5.7%, 5.8%, 5.5%, and 5.8%; the quarter-over-quarter change is -1.7%, while the year-over-year change is not available. A stable yield above the sector median suggests consistent cash generation without a clear upward or downward shift, implying modest investment risk from the cash-flow side. The combination of an above-median level and no trend deterioration offers a steady cash return, but also no sign of improving value. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the metric is favorable but unremarkable, giving no strong reason to be bullish or bearish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about TSN?
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 TSN'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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5.7%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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