W FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 131h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF Yield of 2.5% means for every dollar of company value, the firm generates 2.5 cents of free cash flow — cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
Sector Performance
30th percentileW
2.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
Prior Period
2.4%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 2.5% means for every dollar of company value, the firm generates 2.5 cents of free cash flow — cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
This yield sits below the sector median of 4.2%, placing the company at the 30th percentile among peers, meaning most comparable firms offer better cash returns. The metric's trend is decreasing over the last 8 quarters, with the most recent reading of 2.5% following 2.4%, 2.5%, and 2.7%. Year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the yield rose 4.2%, from 2.4% to 2.5%. The combination of a low level relative to peers and a generally declining trajectory suggests limited cash generation efficiency, pointing to higher risk for investors seeking income or financial flexibility. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the sub-median yield and downward tendency align with a cautious stance rather than an opportunistic one.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about W?
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 W's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: RARE (-18.7%), CG (-19.3%), RXRX (-20.3%), PLUG (-22.0%), NTLA (-22.5%).
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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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2.5%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
How W's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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