FCF Yield
Higher than 72% of Healthcare sector peers
Updated 22h ago
Sector Performance
72th percentileVEEV
5.1%
Sector Median
3.6%
Sector Avg
-6.8%
Deep Analysis
A free cash flow (FCF) yield of 5.1% means that for every dollar you invest in Veeva's stock, the company generates about 5.1 cents in actual cash profit it can use to reinvest, pay dividends, or reduce debt—a measure of cash return.
This yield sits above the healthcare sector median of 3.6%, placing Veeva in the 72nd percentile among its peers, indicating a stronger cash-generation efficiency relative to similar companies. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is a positive 21.4%, showing that the metric improved sharply from the prior period's 4.2% to the current 5.1%. Combining a yield that exceeds the sector median with a rising quarterly trend suggests reduced investment risk, as the company is both generating strong cash returns and showing recent momentum. This metric directly supports the overall BULLISH verdict, since a high and improving FCF yield typically signals attractive value and financial health.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about VEEV?
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.
How does VEEV's FCF Yield compare to its sector?
VEEV's FCF Yield of 5.1% compares to a Healthcare sector median of 3.6%, placing it in the 72th percentile.
Who are VEEV's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest Healthcare peers by FCF Yield include: AZN (3.2%), BAX (3.1%), INSP (2.9%), TECH (2.9%), A (2.8%).
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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5.1%
Sector Median
3.6%
Sector Avg
-6.8%
How VEEV's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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