FCF Yield
Updated 248h ago
Sector Performance
71th percentileUAL
6.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
UAL’s current free cash flow yield (FCF Yield) of 6.1% means that for every $100 of market value, the company generated $6.10 in free cash flow — the cash left after capital expenditures that can be used for dividends, buybacks, or debt reduction.
This yield sits above the sector median of 4.2%, placing UAL in the 72nd percentile among its industry peers. While the metric increased 5.2% quarter over quarter (from 5.8% to 6.1%), the longer-term trend over the last eight quarters is decreasing, with values declining from 7.0% four quarters ago to the current 6.1%. The combination of a yield above the sector average but a downward trend suggests the
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about UAL?
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 UAL's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: FMC (-12.9%), NCLH (-13.0%), XEL (-13.6%), SG (-13.6%), GS (-14.0%).
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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6.1%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
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