XYL FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 393h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A 3.3% free cash flow yield means XYL generates free cash flow equal to 3.3% of its market value each year, a measure of how much cash return investors get relative to the stock price.
Sector Performance
39th percentileXYL
3.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
3.2%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A 3.3% free cash flow yield means XYL generates free cash flow equal to 3.3% of its market value each year, a measure of how much cash return investors get relative to the stock price.
This sits below the sector median of 4.1%, placing XYL in the 40th percentile among peers, so the stock offers less cash yield than most comparable companies. The trend is stable, with the last four readings at 3.3%, 3.2%, 3.3%, and 3.2%; year-over-year change is not available, while quarter-over-quarter change is +3.1%. The combination of a below-median yield and a flat trend suggests modest cash generation without deterioration or improvement, implying limited upside from this metric but no added downside risk. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the FCF yield neither strengthens the investment case nor raises red flags.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about XYL?
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 XYL'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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3.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
How XYL's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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