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Codan And 2 Other Stocks On The ASX That May Be Undervalued

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Over the last 7 days, the Australian market has dropped 5.0%, but it has risen by 4.4% over the past year, with earnings expected to grow by 13% per annum in the coming years. In this fluctuating environment, identifying undervalued stocks can offer significant opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on potential growth and value.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In Australia

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
LaserBond (ASX:LBL)A$0.705A$1.3848.8%
Regal Partners (ASX:RPL)A$3.29A$6.4248.8%
Shine Justice (ASX:SHJ)A$0.725A$1.3345.4%
Nanosonics (ASX:NAN)A$3.00A$5.8448.6%
Infomedia (ASX:IFM)A$1.65A$3.0746.2%
HMC Capital (ASX:HMC)A$7.58A$13.7845%
Millennium Services Group (ASX:MIL)A$1.145A$2.2448.9%
Life360 (ASX:360)A$14.87A$27.8646.6%
Little Green Pharma (ASX:LGP)A$0.093A$0.1745.1%
Airtasker (ASX:ART)A$0.27A$0.5248.5%

Click here to see the full list of 38 stocks from our Undervalued ASX Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

Codan (ASX:CDA)

Overview: Codan Limited develops technology solutions for a diverse range of clients including United Nations organizations, mining companies, security and military groups, government departments, individuals, and small-scale miners; the company has a market cap of A$2.12 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments comprise A$291.50 million from Communications and A$212.20 million from Metal Detection.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 37.3%

Codan (A$11.69) is trading at 37.3% below its estimated fair value of A$18.65, based on discounted cash flow analysis, making it highly undervalued. The company's earnings are forecast to grow at 16.2% per year, outpacing the Australian market's 12.8%. Revenue is also expected to grow faster than the market at 9.1% annually, though not significantly high overall. Codan's Return on Equity is projected to be a robust 21.5% in three years.

ASX:CDA Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024
ASX:CDA Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024

Infomedia (ASX:IFM)

Overview: Infomedia Ltd (ASX:IFM) is a technology company that develops and supplies electronic parts catalogues, service quoting software, and e-commerce solutions for the automotive industry worldwide, with a market cap of A$618.99 million.

Operations: Revenue Segments (in millions of A$): Publishing - Periodicals: 136.58

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 46.2%

Infomedia (A$1.65) is trading 46.2% below its estimated fair value of A$3.07, indicating significant undervaluation based on discounted cash flow analysis. The company's earnings are forecast to grow at 27.83% per year, significantly outpacing the Australian market's 12.8%. Revenue growth is expected at 7.9% annually, higher than the market average of 5.1%. Recent board changes include plans for a new Chairman and appointment of Joanne Hawkins as joint Company Secretary.

ASX:IFM Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024
ASX:IFM Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024

Lovisa Holdings (ASX:LOV)

Overview: Lovisa Holdings Limited operates in the retail sale of fashion jewelry and accessories with a market cap of A$3.58 billion.

Operations: Revenue from the retail sale of fashion jewelry and accessories amounted to A$654.00 million.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 43.3%

Lovisa Holdings (A$32.63) trades 43.3% below its fair value estimate of A$57.51, showing significant undervaluation based on discounted cash flow analysis. Revenue is forecast to grow at 13.4% per year, outpacing the Australian market's 5.1%. Earnings are expected to increase by 17.3% annually, also above market growth rates of 12.8%. The company's Return on Equity is projected to be very high at nearly 100% in three years, highlighting strong future profitability potential.

ASX:LOV Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024
ASX:LOV Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024

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