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Georg Fischer Plus Two More Stocks Estimated To Be Undervalued On SIX Swiss Exchange

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The Switzerland market recently closed on a strong note, buoyed by positive sentiment across Europe and reactions to political developments in the U.S., as well as anticipation for upcoming economic data and earnings reports. In such a vibrant market environment, identifying undervalued stocks like Georg Fischer can offer investors potential opportunities for growth amidst prevailing trends.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In Switzerland

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Sulzer (SWX:SUN)CHF136.00CHF221.2338.5%
COLTENE Holding (SWX:CLTN)CHF46.70CHF74.0737%
Burckhardt Compression Holding (SWX:BCHN)CHF621.00CHF856.0727.5%
Georg Fischer (SWX:GF)CHF66.60CHF85.6422.2%
Swissquote Group Holding (SWX:SQN)CHF279.60CHF359.4822.2%
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)CHF51.80CHF93.6544.7%
Sonova Holding (SWX:SOON)CHF266.00CHF467.7943.1%
Comet Holding (SWX:COTN)CHF360.00CHF589.6538.9%
Medartis Holding (SWX:MED)CHF71.10CHF131.4145.9%
Sika (SWX:SIKA)CHF264.30CHF342.8622.9%

Click here to see the full list of 15 stocks from our Undervalued SIX Swiss Exchange Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.

Georg Fischer (SWX:GF)

Overview: Georg Fischer AG operates globally, providing piping systems as well as casting and machining solutions across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, with a market capitalization of approximately CHF 5.45 billion.

Operations: The revenue segments for the company include CHF 1.99 billion from piping systems, CHF 0.90 billion from casting solutions, and CHF 0.85 billion from machining solutions.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 22.2%

Georg Fischer, priced at CHF66.6, is undervalued by 22.2%, with a fair value estimated at CHF85.64, reflecting a significant discount. Despite lower profit margins this year (4.6%) compared to last (6.8%), its earnings are expected to grow significantly by 22.3% annually over the next three years, outpacing the Swiss market's 8.3%. However, its debt is poorly covered by operating cash flow, and it has an unstable dividend track record, which might concern risk-averse investors.

SWX:GF Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024
SWX:GF Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024

Helvetia Holding (SWX:HELN)

Overview: Helvetia Holding AG operates in the life and non-life insurance and reinsurance sectors across Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Spain, Italy, France, and other international markets with a market capitalization of approximately CHF 6.85 billion.

Operations: Helvetia Holding's revenue is derived primarily from its life insurance segment, which generated CHF 1.81 billion, and its non-life insurance segment, which contributed CHF 7.09 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 13.8%

Helvetia Holding, valued at CHF129.6, trades 13.8% below its estimated fair value of CHF150.29, suggesting undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite a dip in net profit margins from last year's 5.1% to 3%, forecasted earnings growth is robust at 22.7% annually, surpassing the Swiss market's 8.3%. However, its dividend coverage by earnings is weak, and the return on equity in three years is projected to be low at 14.3%, which may concern potential investors looking for long-term profitability.

SWX:HELN Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024
SWX:HELN Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024

Sika (SWX:SIKA)

Overview: Sika AG is a specialty chemicals company that offers products and systems for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building and automotive industries globally, with a market capitalization of CHF 42.40 billion.

Operations: The company generates CHF 9.45 billion from construction-related products and CHF 1.78 billion from industrial manufacturing.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 22.9%

Sika, priced at CHF264.3, is significantly undervalued with a fair value of CHF342.86, reflecting a 22.9% discount. Expected to outperform the Swiss market, its revenue and earnings are projected to grow by 6.2% and 13.05% annually respectively, compared to market averages of 4.8% and 8.3%. However, it carries a high level of debt which could be a concern despite recent expansions in China enhancing its production capabilities and market reach.

SWX:SIKA Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024
SWX:SIKA Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024

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