Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) Factsheet
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Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-09-10. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 27.1%. FCF margin 44.2%. D/E 0.6x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 27.1% | Above industry average |
| FCF Margin | 44.2% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 0.6x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC 27.1% — Top 10% of sector peers. FCF margin 44.2% — Top 5%.
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Profitability: Broadcom Inc. earns 27.1% ROIC, Top 10% in Technology
ROIC TTM 27.1%, sector median 4.4%, Top 10%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 45.4% × asset turnover 0.5x. Gross margin 68.8%. Operating margin 48.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
| Metric | AVGO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 27.1% | Excellent | Above sector median of 4.4% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 45.6% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 68.8% | Excellent | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 48.0% | Excellent | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: Broadcom Inc. generates $39.4B FCF at 44.2% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $39.4B. FCF margin 44.2%, Top 5%. OCF/Net income 1.1x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
| Metric | AVGO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 44.2% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $39.4B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.1x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Broadcom Inc. at 0.6x leverage, 13.7x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.6x. Total debt $59.4B, cash & investments $24.0B. Interest coverage 13.7x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
| Metric | AVGO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.6x | Good | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-35.4B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 13.7x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: Broadcom Inc. trades at 45.4x earnings
P/E 45.4x. EV/Sales 19.9x. FCF yield 2.3%. Dividend yield 0.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
| Metric | AVGO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 45.4x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 19.9x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 2.3% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 0.7% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: Broadcom Inc. returns 1.2% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 1.2% (div 0.7% + buyback 0.5%). Share count +1.1% YoY. Capital returned $20.5B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
| Metric | AVGO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 1.2% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.5% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | 1.1% | Warning | Net dilution from issuance/SBC |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $20.5B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 27.1% | Top 10% | 6.2x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 44.2% | Top 5% | 4.4x above |
| Gross Margin | 68.8% | Top 50% | 1.4x above |
| Operating Margin | 48.0% | Top 5% | 10.1x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 45.6% | Top 10% | 7.3x above |
| P/E Ratio | 45.4x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | AVGO | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 27.1% | Excellent | Top 10% of sector (median: 4.4%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 44.2% | Excellent | Top 5% of sector (median: 10.1%) |
| Gross Margin | 68.8% | Excellent | Top 50% of sector (median: 50.8%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 59.6% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 45.4x | Adequate | High expectations priced in |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 2.3% | Warning | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Broadcom Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 27.1%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 19.3% with a improving trend. Sector median 4.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
Q: What is Broadcom Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) has a free cash flow margin of 44.2%, generating $39.4 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
Q: What is Broadcom Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) trades at a P/E ratio of 45.4x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 19.9x. FCF yield 2.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
Q: Does Broadcom Inc. pay a dividend?
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.7%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 1.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
Q: How much debt does Broadcom Inc. have?
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.6x with total debt of $59.4 billion. Interest coverage 13.7x. Net debt $35.4 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
Q: What is Broadcom Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) grew revenue by 48.7% year-over-year. EPS +100.1% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
Q: Is Broadcom Inc. buying back stock?
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) repurchased $8.4 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.5%. Share count +1.1% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
Q: How does Broadcom Inc. compare to competitors in Technology?
Compared to other companies in Technology, Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) shows: ROIC 27.1%, sector median 4.4% (Top 10%). FCF margin 44.2%, sector median 10.1% (Top 5%). Gross margin 68.8%, 18.0pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Technology companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Broadcom Inc.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-10.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-09-10. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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