CNM FCF Yield: current value, 10-year range and year-by-year history
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CNM's fcf yield is higher than 65% of the last 10 years.
FCF Yield History
CNM FCF Yield by year
Yearly range of CNM’s fcf yield from 2021 to 2026. Over the full period it ranged from -1.0% to 15.6%, averaging 5.4%.
| Year | Low | Average | High | Year-end |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4.9% | 6.5% | 8.1% | 7.4% |
| 2025 | 4.3% | 5.4% | 6.6% | 5.6% |
| 2024 | 5.8% | 8.8% | 11.9% | 6.4% |
| 2023 | 1.9% | 9.0% | 15.6% | 11.5% |
| 2022 | -1.0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | -0.4% | 0.1% | 3.3% | -0.3% |
Free cash flow generated divided by market capitalisation. Often more reliable than earnings yield because it reflects actual cash — harder to inflate through accounting choices.
Free Cash Flow / Market Cap × 100%Think of it as the "cash earnings yield" on your investment. High FCF yield vs history suggests the market may be undervaluing the company's real cash generation ability.
- FCF can be lumpy year-to-year due to irregular capex or working capital swings. Look at 3–5 year trends, not single-year readings.
- Businesses intentionally reinvesting for growth will show low or negative FCF yield by design — this metric is less useful for high-growth phase companies.
Is CNM FCF Yield High or Low Right Now?
Core & Main, Inc.'s FCF Yield is currently 7.4%, which is above average relative to its 10-year historical range. The 10-year median FCF Yield for CNM is approximately 6.0%. See all CNM valuation metrics →
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