ORACLE CORP (ORCL) Factsheet
ORACLE CORP (ORCL) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-12-11. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 11.8%. FCF margin -35.2%. D/E 3.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 11.8% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | -35.2% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 3.0x | Elevated debt |
ROIC 11.8% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin -35.2% — Bottom 10%.
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Profitability: ORACLE CORP earns 11.8% ROIC, Top 50% in Technology
ROIC TTM 11.8%, sector median 3.6%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 26.7% × asset turnover 0.3x. Operating margin 30.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
| Metric | ORCL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 11.8% | Adequate | Above sector median of 3.6% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 55.1% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Operating Margin | 30.6% | Excellent | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: ORACLE CORP generates $-23.7B FCF at -35.2% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $-23.7B. FCF margin -35.2%. OCF/Net income 1.9x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
| Metric | ORCL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -35.2% | Red flag | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-23.7B | Red flag | Cash burn |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.9x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: ORACLE CORP at 3.0x leverage
Debt/Equity 3.0x. Total debt $129.5B, cash & investments $31.9B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
| Metric | ORCL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 3.0x | Red flag | Elevated leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-97.6B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation: ORACLE CORP trades at 37.8x earnings
P/E 37.8x. EV/Sales 10.8x. FCF yield -3.7%. Dividend yield 0.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
| Metric | ORCL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 37.8x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 10.8x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | -3.7% | Warning | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 0.9% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: ORACLE CORP returns 0.9% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 0.9% (div 0.9% + buyback 0.0%). Capital returned $5.9B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
| Metric | ORCL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.9% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.0% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $5.9B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 11.8% | Top 50% | 3.3x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -35.2% | Bottom 10% | -4.1x below |
| Operating Margin | 30.6% | Top 10% | 6.7x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 55.1% | Top 5% | 10.2x above |
| P/E Ratio | 37.8x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | ORCL | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 11.8% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 3.6%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -35.2% | Red flag | Thin cash margins |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 304.7% | Red flag | High financial leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 37.8x | Adequate | High expectations priced in |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | -3.7% | Red flag | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is ORACLE CORP's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
ORACLE CORP (ORCL) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 11.8%. Sector median 3.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
Q: What is ORACLE CORP's Free Cash Flow Margin?
ORACLE CORP (ORCL) has a free cash flow margin of -35.2%, generating $-23.7 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
Q: What is ORACLE CORP's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
ORACLE CORP (ORCL) trades at a P/E ratio of 37.8x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 10.8x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
Q: Does ORACLE CORP pay a dividend?
ORACLE CORP (ORCL) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.9%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 0.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
Q: How much debt does ORACLE CORP have?
ORACLE CORP (ORCL) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 3.0x with total debt of $129.5 billion. Net debt $97.6 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
Q: What is ORACLE CORP's revenue and earnings growth?
ORACLE CORP (ORCL) grew revenue by 17.4% year-over-year. EPS +35.0% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
Q: How does ORACLE CORP compare to competitors in Technology?
Compared to other companies in Technology, ORACLE CORP (ORCL) shows: ROIC 11.8%, sector median 3.6% (Top 50%). FCF margin -35.2%, sector median 8.6%. 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 ORACLE CORP?
Quantitative warning flags for ORACLE CORP (ORCL): 1) FCF margin -35.2% (below 5%); 2) ROIC declining -6.6% over 8 quarters; 3) debt/equity 3.0x (above 1.5x threshold). Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-11.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-12-11. TTM metrics as of Q2 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.
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