FCF Yield
Higher than 100% of Communication Services sector peers
Updated 242h ago
Sector Performance
100th percentileYELP
25.2%
Sector Median
3.1%
Sector Avg
3.6%
Deep Analysis
Yelp's free cash flow (FCF) yield of 25.2% means that for every dollar you invest in the stock, the company generates about 25.2 cents in cash after expenses—a measure of how much cash return the business produces relative to its share price.
This is far above the sector median of 3.2%, placing Yelp in the 94th percentile among Communication Services peers, indicating an exceptionally high cash return relative to the sector. The metric has been trending upward over the past eight quarters, though the most recent quarter-over-quarter change is -1.9% and no year-over-year comparison is available. The combination of a very high current yield with a long-term upward trend suggests a potential value opportunity, but the recent quarter's slight dip introduces caution. This metric does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the extreme yield may reflect market skepticism or temporary factors, while the slight decline tempers the bullish signal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about YELP?
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 YELP's FCF Yield compare to its sector?
YELP's FCF Yield of 25.2% compares to a Communication Services sector median of 3.1%, placing it in the 100th percentile.
Who are YELP's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest Communication Services peers by FCF Yield include: META (3.1%), SNAP (3.2%), SPOT (3.0%), TWLO (3.3%), NFLX (2.7%).
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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25.2%
Sector Median
3.1%
Sector Avg
3.6%
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