Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) Factsheet
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Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-09-04. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC -28.8%. FCF margin 22.0%. D/E 1.1x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | -28.8% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 22.0% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 1.1x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC -28.8% — Top 5% of sector peers. FCF margin 22.0% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: Snowflake Inc. earns -28.8% ROIC, Top 5% in Technology
ROIC TTM -28.8%, sector median 3.7%, Top 5%. DuPont: NOPAT margin -23.0% × asset turnover 0.6x. Gross margin 67.0%. Operating margin -22.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
| Metric | SNOW | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -28.8% | Red flag | Below sector median of 3.7% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -52.8% | Red flag | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 67.0% | Excellent | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | -22.8% | Warning | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: Snowflake Inc. generates $1.2B FCF at 22.0% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $1.2B. FCF margin 22.0%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income -1.1x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
| Metric | SNOW | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 22.0% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.2B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | -1.1x | Warning | Potential accrual concerns |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Snowflake Inc. at 1.1x leverage, -148.8x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 1.1x. Net cash $60.7M. Interest coverage -148.8x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
| Metric | SNOW | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 1.1x | Adequate | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $60.7M | Excellent | Net cash positive |
| Interest Coverage | -148.8x | Warning | Monitor debt obligations |
Valuation: Snowflake Inc. trades at -107.1x earnings
P/E -107.1x. EV/Sales 22.0x. FCF yield 1.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
| Metric | SNOW | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | -107.1x | Red flag | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 22.0x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 1.0% | Warning | Lower cash yield |
Capital Allocation: Snowflake Inc. returns 0.6% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 0.6% (buyback 0.6%). Share count +4.0% YoY. Capital returned $682.9M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
| Metric | SNOW | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.6% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.6% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | 4.0% | Warning | Net dilution from issuance/SBC |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $682.9M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -28.8% | Top 5% | -7.8x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 22.0% | Top 25% | 2.1x above |
| Gross Margin | 67.0% | Top 50% | 1.3x above |
| Operating Margin | -22.8% | Top 25% | -5.2x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -52.8% | Top 5% | -9.9x below |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | SNOW | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -28.8% | Red flag | Top 5% of sector (median: 3.7%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 22.0% | Excellent | Top 25% of sector (median: 10.3%) |
| Gross Margin | 67.0% | Excellent | Top 50% of sector (median: 50.5%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 106.2% | Adequate | Elevated but manageable |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 1.0% | Red flag | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Snowflake Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of -28.8%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is -29.9% with a improving trend. Sector median 3.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
Q: What is Snowflake Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) has a free cash flow margin of 22.0%, generating $1.2 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
Q: What is Snowflake Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) trades at a P/E ratio of -107.1x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 22.0x. FCF yield 1.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
Q: How much debt does Snowflake Inc. have?
Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.1x with total debt of $2.3 billion. Interest coverage -148.8x. Net cash position $60.7 million. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
Q: What is Snowflake Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) grew revenue by 32.0% year-over-year. EPS +23.6% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
Q: Is Snowflake Inc. buying back stock?
Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) repurchased $682.9 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.6%. Share count +4.0% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
Q: How does Snowflake Inc. compare to competitors in Technology?
Compared to other companies in Technology, Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) shows: ROIC -28.8%, sector median 3.7% (Top 5%). FCF margin 22.0%, sector median 10.3% (Top 25%). Gross margin 67.0%, 16.6pp 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 Snowflake Inc.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-04.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-09-04. 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.