WM FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 81h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current FCF yield of 3.1% means WM generates roughly $3.10 in free cash flow—cash left after operating costs and capital spending—for every $100 of its stock market value.
Sector Performance
38th percentileWM
3.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
3.1%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current FCF yield of 3.1% means WM generates roughly $3.10 in free cash flow—cash left after operating costs and capital spending—for every $100 of its stock market value.
That places WM below the sector median of 4.2%, with the stock sitting at the 37th percentile among its peers. The trend has been stable over the last eight quarters, with the most recent values at 3.1%, 3.0%, 2.9%, and 3.0%; the year-over-year change is not available, while the quarter-over-quarter change is +3.3%. A stable yield just under the sector median suggests the company’s cash generation is consistent, yet not a standout reason to buy or sell. The slight QoQ improvement adds a mild positive tilt, but the level itself offers no clear margin of safety relative to peers. This metric supports the NEUTRAL verdict: it shows no major strength or weakness that would push the rating in either direction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about WM?
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 WM'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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3.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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