FCF Yield
Updated 200h ago
Sector Performance
38th percentileXYL
3.2%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
7.7%
Deep Analysis
The current FCF Yield of 3.2% means that for every $100 invested in XYL’s stock, the company generates roughly $3.20 in free cash flow—cash left after operating expenses and capital spending.
This is below the sector median of 4.2%, placing XYL in the 38th percentile among its peers, indicating weaker cash generation relative to most competitors. Over the last eight quarters, the metric has been increasing, though the year-over-year change is not available and the quarter-over-quarter change is -3.0%, showing a slight recent dip. The combination of a below-median yield with a generally rising trend suggests a potential opportunity for improvement but also reflects current underperformance versus the sector. This metric neither strongly supports nor contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the below-median level points to caution while the upward trend offers some optimism, keeping the stock in a balanced position.
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: FMC (-12.9%), NCLH (-13.0%), XEL (-13.6%), SG (-13.6%), GS (-14.0%).
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
7.7%
How XYL's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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