FCF Yield
Higher than 62% of Energy sector peers
Updated 59h ago
Sector Performance
62th percentileXOM
3.9%
Sector Median
3.2%
Sector Avg
-39.0%
Deep Analysis
ExxonMobil's current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 3.9% means that for every $100 you invest in the stock, the company generates roughly $3.90 in cash flow available for dividends, buybacks, or debt reduction.
That yield sits above the sector median of 3.2%, placing XOM at the 62nd percentile among energy peers—meaning it performs better than 62% of its competitors on this measure. Trend direction over the last eight quarters is stable: the FCF yield rose 2.6% year-over-year but slipped 2.5% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting short-term variability without a lasting shift. A stable yield above the sector median suggests a balanced risk/reward profile—neither a clear bargain nor an overvalued warning. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict by showing solid cash generation relative to peers, yet the lack of a strong upward trend keeps the stock from standing out as a compelling buy or sell.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about XOM?
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 XOM's FCF Yield compare to its sector?
XOM's FCF Yield of 3.9% compares to a Energy sector median of 3.2%, placing it in the 62th percentile.
Who are XOM's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest Energy peers by FCF Yield include: EPD (3.7%), DEN (2.7%), SEDG (2.6%), ENB (2.5%), ARRY (5.7%).
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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3.9%
Sector Median
3.2%
Sector Avg
-39.0%
How XOM's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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