HYT (BlackRockorate High Yield Fund) EV-to-FCF: 88.17 (As of Jul. 21, 2026) — 294% Above Median

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HYT BlackRock Corporate High Yield Fund Inc HYT
52 GF Score
Price $8.42
GF Value $8.05
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is BlackRockorate High Yield Fund EV-to-FCF?

BlackRockorate High Yield Fund HYT -0.24% 52 EV-to-FCF is 88.17 as of Jul. 21, 2026, which is 294% above its 10-year median of 22.37. GuruFocus rates HYT with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.05 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 939 Asset Management companies, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund ranks worse than 90.63% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's Enterprise Value is $1,816.4 Mil. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $20.6 Mil. Therefore, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF for today is 88.17.

The historical rank and industry rank for BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

HYT' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.58   Med: 22.37   Max: 91.16
Current: 88.17

During the past 9 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of BlackRockorate High Yield Fund was 91.16. The lowest was 4.58. And the median was 22.37.

HYT's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
90.63% of 939 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 14.18 vs HYT: 88.17

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-21), BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's stock price is $8.42. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.910. Therefore, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.25.


BlackRockorate High Yield Fund  (NYSE:HYT) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=8.42/0.910
=9.25

BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's share price for today is $8.42.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.910.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


BlackRockorate High Yield Fund EV-to-FCF Related Terms


BlackRockorate High Yield Fund EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

BlackRockorate High Yield Fund EV-to-FCF Chart

BlackRockorate High Yield Fund Annual Data
Trend Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 14.49 26.01 30.08 8.67 91.97

BlackRockorate High Yield Fund Semi-Annual Data
Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 30.08 0.00 8.67 0.00 91.97

HYT vs NFJ, QQQX, CSWC: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


BlackRockorate High Yield Fund EV-to-FCF vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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BlackRockorate High Yield Fund EV-to-FCF Calculation

BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=1816.416/20.602
=88.17

BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's current Enterprise Value is $1,816.4 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $20.6 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 88.17 mean?
BlackRockorate High Yield Fund (HYT) has a EV-to-FCF of 88.17 as of Jul. 21, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on BlackRockorate High Yield Fund and its competitors. This is 294% above median its historical median of 22.37. Over the past decade, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.58 to 91.16. According to the industry distribution chart, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund ranks #851 out of 939 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 90.6%.
Is BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF too high?
BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's current EV-to-FCF of 88.17 is 294% above median its 10-year median of 22.37. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.58 to a high of 91.16. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.18. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's value of 88.17 is 521.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund ranks #851 out of 939 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's EV-to-FCF compare to NFJ and QQQX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund ranks #851 out of 939 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places BlackRockorate High Yield Fund in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.18. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's value of 88.17 is 521.8% above this benchmark. Historically, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 4.58 to 91.16 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 22.37 vs. the industry median of 14.18, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Asset Management companies is 14.18, based on 939 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's current EV-to-FCF of 88.17 is 521.8% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on BlackRockorate High Yield Fund and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's current EV-to-FCF is 88.17, which is 294% above median its own 10-year median of 22.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BlackRockorate High Yield Fund stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund (HYT) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.05, compared to a current price of $8.42 — trading 4.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 88.17, which is 294% above median its 10-year median of 22.37 and 521.8% above the Asset Management industry median of 14.18. BlackRockorate High Yield Fund's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For BlackRockorate High Yield Fund (HYT), the current EV-to-FCF is 88.17 as of Jul. 21, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is BlackRockorate High Yield Fund (HYT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BlackRockorate High Yield Fund stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $8.42 is trading 4.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $8.05. GuruFocus considers BlackRockorate High Yield Fund to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HYT:

  • EV-to-FCF: 88.17 (294% above median its 10-year median of 22.37)
  • GF Value™: $8.05 vs. price of $8.42 (4.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 521.8% above the Asset Management median (#851 of 939)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HYT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


BlackRockorate High Yield Fund Business Description

Address 100 Bellevue Parkway, Wilmington, DE, USA, 19809
BlackRock Corporate High Yield Fund Inc is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its primary investment objective is to provide shareholders with current income. The trust's secondary investment objective is to provide shareholders with capital appreciation. Under Normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in high-yield securities of corporate issuers and derivatives that provide exposure to those securities or related market risk factors.
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