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Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH) Free Cash Flow Yield: 8.31%

Is Cardinal Health, Inc.’s free cash flow yield high or low?

Cardinal Health, Inc.'s free cash flow yield of 8.31% is 19% below its 5-year average of 10.22%, near the low end of its 5-year range (2.58%–21.79%).

As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 1.84% above its 12-month average of 8.16%.

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CAH Free Cash Flow Yield
8.31%+31.70% 1Y
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CAH Average Free Cash Flow Yield Chart

CAH Current vs Average Free Cash Flow Yield Chart

CAH Free Cash Flow Yield Metrics

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD

8.31%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG TTM

8.16%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 3Y

8.91%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 5Y

10.22%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 10Y

10.77%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 15Y

9.38%

FREE CASH FLOW YIELD AVG 20Y

9.18%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+1.84%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-6.78%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-18.67%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-22.84%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-11.45%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-9.45%

CAH Competitors' Free Cash Flow Yield

NAMEMARKET CAPFREE CASH FLOW YIELDTTM3Y5Y
Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)$52.43B8.31%8.16%8.91%10.22%
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)vs ›$52.98B7.66%6.14%5.28%4.93%
Cencora, Inc. (COR)vs ›$54.80B2.83%4.08%5.93%6.59%
Humana Inc. (HUM)vs ›$45.53B2.78%5.35%8.81%7.16%
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (IDXX)vs ›$44.24B2.39%1.86%1.86%1.65%
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (REGN)vs ›$63.06B6.30%5.47%4.50%5.46%
Agilent Technologies, Inc. (A)vs ›$36.67B3.41%3.06%3.54%3.21%
Zoetis Inc. (ZTS)vs ›$33.36B6.35%4.09%2.90%2.47%
Centene Corporation (CNC)vs ›$32.19B19.65%15.27%12.37%12.29%
Medline Inc. (MDLN)vs ›$30.96B5.05%4.78%4.78%4.78%

Yield Comparison

FCF Yield

8.31%

Earnings Yield

2.92%

Dividend Yield

0.91%

Formula: FCF Yield = (Free Cash Flow / Market Cap) × 100

How FCF Yield is used:

  • Shows free cash flow after capital expenditures relative to market cap
  • Can be compared with earnings yield and dividend yield
  • Can be compared with the company's historical range
  • Can be compared with peers that report positive free cash flow

FCF vs earnings: Differences between FCF yield and earnings yield can reflect capital expenditures, working capital changes, and other non-cash accounting items.

Cardinal Health, Inc. Free Cash Flow Yield Formula & Definition

FCF Yield measures free cash flow relative to market capitalization. It compares cash generation after capital expenditures with the equity value of the company.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Cardinal Health, Inc. Free Cash Flow Yield FAQ

What is the free cash flow yield for Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)?
The free cash flow yield for CAH stock is 8.31%.
Is Cardinal Health, Inc.'s free cash flow yield high or low?
Cardinal Health, Inc.'s free cash flow yield of 8.31% is 19% below its 5-year average of 10.22%, near the low end of its 5-year range (2.58%–21.79%).
What is the TTM average free cash flow yield for Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)?
The TTM average free cash flow yield for CAH stock is 8.16%.
What is the 3Y average free cash flow yield for Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)?
The 3Y average free cash flow yield for CAH stock is 8.91%.
What is the 5Y average free cash flow yield for Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)?
The 5Y average free cash flow yield for CAH stock is 10.22%.
What is the 10Y average free cash flow yield for Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)?
The 10Y average free cash flow yield for CAH stock is 10.77%.
What is the 15Y average free cash flow yield for Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)?
The 15Y average free cash flow yield for CAH stock is 9.38%.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow yield for Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)?
The 20Y average free cash flow yield for CAH stock is 9.18%.

Cardinal Health, Inc. Free Cash Flow Yield History

DATEFREE CASH FLOW YIELD
2026-06-128.31%
2026-06-118.42%
2026-06-108.61%
2026-06-098.75%
2026-06-089.10%
2026-06-059.05%
2026-06-049.23%
2026-06-039.51%
2026-06-029.55%
2026-06-019.53%
2026-05-299.46%
2026-05-289.31%
2026-05-279.31%
2026-05-269.29%
2026-05-229.28%
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2026-05-199.29%
2026-05-189.32%
2026-05-159.53%
2026-05-149.58%
2026-05-139.99%
2026-05-1210.19%
2026-05-1110.19%
2026-05-0810.13%
2026-05-0710.04%
2026-05-069.72%
2026-05-059.44%
2026-05-049.44%
2026-05-019.53%
2026-04-309.65%
2026-04-2911.45%
2026-04-2811.30%
2026-04-2711.48%
2026-04-2411.63%
2026-04-2311.35%
2026-04-2211.59%
2026-04-2111.34%
2026-04-2011.00%
2026-04-1710.86%
2026-04-1610.91%
2026-04-1510.96%
2026-04-1410.81%
2026-04-1310.85%
2026-04-1010.78%
2026-04-0910.76%
2026-04-0810.80%
2026-04-0710.92%
2026-04-0610.93%
2026-04-0210.86%
2026-04-0110.95%
2026-03-3110.99%
2026-03-3011.26%
2026-03-2711.25%
2026-03-2611.19%
2026-03-2510.99%
2026-03-2411.21%
2026-03-2311.26%
2026-03-2011.17%
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2026-03-1810.96%
2026-03-1710.74%
2026-03-1610.67%
2026-03-1310.71%
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2026-03-1110.79%
2026-03-1010.71%
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2026-03-0610.67%
2026-03-0510.75%
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2026-02-1010.55%
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About Cardinal Health, Inc.

Cardinal Health, Inc. operates as a global, integrated provider of healthcare services and products, with its reach spanning the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, and other international markets. The company delivers bespoke support to a diverse clientele, including hospitals, healthcare networks, pharmacies, outpatient surgical centers, clinical labs, physician practices, and individuals receiving care at home. It is structured into two core divisions: Pharmaceutical and Medical. The Pharmaceutical division oversees the distribution of a wide array of products, encompassing branded, generic, and specialty pharmaceuticals, along with over-the-counter health and consumer goods. This segment additionally offers specialized services to pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers, particularly for specialty pharmaceutical products. Its operations extend to managing nuclear pharmacies and facilities that produce radiopharmaceuticals. It also performs repackaging of generic drugs and OTC items. Further offerings include medication therapy management and patient outcomes services for hospitals, other healthcare providers, and payers, in addition to providing pharmacy management solutions to hospitals. The Medical division focuses on producing, sourcing, and supplying Cardinal Health-branded medical, surgical, and laboratory products and devices. This extensive product range encompasses items such as examination and surgical gloves, needles, syringes, sharps disposal units, compression products, incontinence aids, nutritional delivery systems, wound care supplies, single-use drapes, gowns, and apparel, fluid suction and collection devices, urological products, operating room essentials, and electrodes. Beyond its proprietary brands, this segment also distributes various national brand medical, surgical, and laboratory products. It offers comprehensive supply chain management for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, clinical laboratories, and other healthcare organizations, and manufactures and sells both sterile and non-sterile procedure kits. Established in 1979, the company maintains its headquarters in Dublin, Ohio.

Dublin, OH
57,700 employees
Healthcare / Medical - Distribution
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical - Distribution
CEO
Jason Hollar