3 Indian Exchange Stocks Estimated To Be Undervalued And Worth A Closer Look

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The Indian market has remained flat over the past week but has seen a remarkable 45% increase over the last year, with earnings projected to grow by 17% annually. In such an environment, identifying stocks that are potentially undervalued can be crucial for investors looking to capitalize on future growth opportunities.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In India

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Apollo Pipes (BSE:531761)₹587.90₹1136.8748.3%
Titagarh Rail Systems (NSEI:TITAGARH)₹1188.60₹2156.1944.9%
RITES (NSEI:RITES)₹334.25₹517.3435.4%
IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals (BSE:524164)₹474.90₹762.3237.7%
Vedanta (NSEI:VEDL)₹516.15₹935.9344.9%
Patel Engineering (BSE:531120)₹56.88₹93.1538.9%
Orchid Pharma (NSEI:ORCHPHARMA)₹1334.65₹2142.3237.7%
Artemis Medicare Services (NSEI:ARTEMISMED)₹284.55₹445.1536.1%
Tarsons Products (NSEI:TARSONS)₹448.50₹709.9936.8%
Strides Pharma Science (NSEI:STAR)₹1401.00₹2704.3048.2%

Click here to see the full list of 26 stocks from our Undervalued Indian Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

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

Prataap Snacks (NSEI:DIAMONDYD)

Overview: Prataap Snacks Limited is involved in the manufacture and sale of packaged snacks both in India and internationally, with a market capitalization of ₹25.63 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from the Snacks Food segment, amounting to ₹16.52 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 28.9%

Prataap Snacks appears undervalued, trading at ₹1,073.5 against a fair value estimate of ₹1,509.79. Despite slower revenue growth forecasted at 11.1% annually compared to the market's 10.1%, its earnings are expected to grow significantly at 25.2% per year, outpacing the Indian market average of 17.3%. Recent M&A activity includes Authum Investment & Infrastructure's offer to acquire a substantial stake in Prataap Snacks for INR 8.5 billion, highlighting investor interest despite insider selling concerns.

NSEI:DIAMONDYD Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

Jindal Steel & Power (NSEI:JINDALSTEL)

Overview: Jindal Steel & Power Limited is engaged in the steel, mining, and infrastructure sectors both in India and internationally, with a market cap of ₹1.06 trillion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from manufacturing steel products, amounting to ₹510.56 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 14.0%

Jindal Steel & Power is trading at ₹1,035.35, below its fair value estimate of ₹1,204.32. Its earnings are projected to grow significantly at 25% annually over the next three years, surpassing the Indian market's average growth rate of 17.3%. The company has recently announced a major green hydrogen initiative with Jindal Renewables, underscoring its commitment to decarbonization and potentially enhancing long-term cash flow sustainability through reduced carbon emissions and energy costs.

NSEI:JINDALSTEL Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

Vedanta (NSEI:VEDL)

Overview: Vedanta Limited is a diversified natural resources company involved in the exploration, extraction, and processing of minerals, oil, and gas across India and internationally with a market capitalization of ₹2.01 trillion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Power (₹62.54 billion), Copper (₹197.31 billion), Iron Ore (₹83.51 billion), Aluminium (₹499.81 billion), Oil and Gas (₹179.05 billion), and Zinc - International (₹32.06 billion).

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 44.9%

Vedanta Limited is trading at ₹516.15, significantly undervalued compared to its estimated fair value of ₹935.93, despite a high debt level. Earnings are forecasted to grow substantially at 41.8% annually over the next three years, outpacing the Indian market's growth rate of 17.3%. The company's planned demerger into independent business units could simplify its structure and attract direct investments, potentially improving cash flows despite recent regulatory challenges and executive changes.

NSEI:VEDL Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

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