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Indian Stocks Estimated To Be Trading Below Intrinsic Value In August 2024

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Over the last 7 days, the Indian market has remained flat. However, over the past 12 months, it has risen by an impressive 44%, with earnings forecasted to grow by 17% annually. In this context, identifying stocks that are trading below their intrinsic value can offer significant opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on potential growth.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In India

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Everest Kanto Cylinder (NSEI:EKC)₹190.68₹305.6037.6%
Krsnaa Diagnostics (NSEI:KRSNAA)₹726.90₹1165.3337.6%
Yatharth Hospital & Trauma Care Services (NSEI:YATHARTH)₹476.40₹792.0839.9%
Venus Pipes and Tubes (NSEI:VENUSPIPES)₹2207.05₹4359.4349.4%
Updater Services (NSEI:UDS)₹324.60₹621.8947.8%
IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals (BSE:524164)₹434.10₹762.3243.1%
Prataap Snacks (NSEI:DIAMONDYD)₹874.75₹1509.7942.1%
Patel Engineering (BSE:531120)₹53.85₹90.8340.7%
Manorama Industries (BSE:541974)₹834.15₹1665.5149.9%
Strides Pharma Science (NSEI:STAR)₹1276.75₹2032.1037.2%

Click here to see the full list of 31 stocks from our Undervalued Indian Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Arvind Fashions (NSEI:ARVINDFASN)

Overview: Arvind Fashions Limited is involved in the wholesale and retail trading of garments and accessories both in India and internationally, with a market cap of ₹63.30 billion.

Operations: Branded Apparel, including garments and accessories, is a key revenue segment for Arvind Fashions Limited, generating ₹43.47 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 14.4%

Arvind Fashions' recent earnings report shows a significant turnaround with net income rising to ₹13.2 million from a loss of ₹164.3 million year-over-year, highlighting improved cash flows. Trading at ₹487.5, it is undervalued against its estimated fair value of ₹569.31 and is expected to see annual profit growth of 46.9%. However, interest payments are not well covered by earnings, and the dividend track record remains unstable despite proposed increases.

NSEI:ARVINDFASN Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024
NSEI:ARVINDFASN Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024

Quess (NSEI:QUESS)

Overview: Quess Corp Limited is a business services provider operating in India, South East Asia, the Middle East, and North America with a market cap of ₹105.16 billion.

Operations: Quess generates revenue from four main segments: Product Led Business (₹4.29 billion), Workforce Management (₹138.44 billion), Operating Asset Management (₹28.43 billion), and Global Technology Solutions excluding Product Led Business (₹23.87 billion).

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 10.4%

Quess Corp Limited reported strong Q1 2024 earnings with net income rising to ₹1.04 billion from ₹478.11 million year-over-year, reflecting improved cash flows. Trading at ₹716.75, it is 10.4% below its estimated fair value of ₹799.58 and forecasts suggest annual profit growth of 23%, outpacing the Indian market's 16.9%. However, the company has an unstable dividend track record and its Return on Equity is forecasted to be low at 16.9% in three years.

NSEI:QUESS Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024
NSEI:QUESS Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024

Venus Pipes and Tubes (NSEI:VENUSPIPES)

Overview: Venus Pipes and Tubes Limited manufactures and sells stainless-steel pipes and tubes in India and internationally, with a market cap of ₹42.76 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include ₹8.63 billion from the manufacturing and trading of pipes, tubes, and steel.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 49.4%

Venus Pipes and Tubes is trading at ₹2207.05, significantly below its estimated fair value of ₹4359.43, indicating it may be undervalued based on cash flows. The company reported strong Q1 2024 earnings with net income of ₹275.56 million compared to ₹174.06 million a year ago, reflecting improved financial performance. Earnings are forecast to grow 29.27% annually over the next three years, outpacing the Indian market's growth rate and suggesting robust future prospects despite recent market volatility.

NSEI:VENUSPIPES Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024
NSEI:VENUSPIPES Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2024

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