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3 Companies That May Be Trading Below Their Estimated Value

ENXTAM:CVC
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As global markets continue to navigate a complex landscape marked by record highs in U.S. stock indices and mixed economic signals, investors are keenly observing the implications of modest inflation increases and shifting interest rate expectations. Amidst these developments, identifying stocks that may be trading below their estimated value becomes crucial for those looking to capitalize on potential market inefficiencies.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Apollo Pipes (BSE:531761)₹553.65₹1106.5050%
Management SolutionsLtd (TSE:7033)¥1921.00¥3835.1749.9%
Grupo Traxión. de (BMV:TRAXION A)MX$21.14MX$42.1049.8%
Neusoft (SHSE:600718)CN¥9.69CN¥19.2949.8%
Icon Offshore Berhad (KLSE:ICON)MYR1.11MYR2.2249.9%
Banca Sistema (BIT:BST)€1.44€2.8749.8%
Redcentric (AIM:RCN)£1.20£2.3949.8%
Securitas (OM:SECU B)SEK129.95SEK258.6949.8%
Loungers (AIM:LGRS)£2.71£5.4149.9%
SysGroup (AIM:SYS)£0.325£0.6549.9%

Click here to see the full list of 962 stocks from our Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

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

América Móvil. de (BMV:AMX B)

Overview: América Móvil, S.A.B. de C.V. is a telecommunications company offering services in Latin America and internationally, with a market cap of approximately MX$997.60 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue from its telecommunications services, with cellular services contributing MX$813.38 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.9%

América Móvil is trading at MX$16.26, significantly below its estimated fair value of MX$28.47, suggesting potential undervaluation based on discounted cash flows. Despite a forecasted earnings growth of 22.82% annually, which exceeds the market rate, revenue growth is slower than the Mexican market average. Recent quarterly results show improved sales and net income compared to last year but highlight reduced profit margins and high debt levels that may impact financial stability.

BMV:AMX B Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024
BMV:AMX B Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

CVC Capital Partners (ENXTAM:CVC)

Overview: CVC Capital Partners plc is a private equity and venture capital firm focusing on middle market secondaries, infrastructure and credit, management buyouts, leveraged buyouts, growth equity, mature investments, recapitalizations, strip sales, and spinouts with a market cap of €21.50 billion.

Operations: CVC Capital Partners plc generates revenue through its involvement in private equity and venture capital activities, including middle market secondaries, infrastructure and credit investments, management buyouts, leveraged buyouts, growth equity initiatives, mature investments, recapitalizations, strip sales, and spinouts.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 21%

CVC Capital Partners, trading at €20.23, is valued over 20% below its estimated fair value of €25.62, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite carrying a high debt load, CVC's earnings are projected to grow significantly at 33.52% annually, outpacing the Dutch market average. However, revenue growth is expected to be slower than desired but still surpasses the market rate. The firm's return on equity is anticipated to be very high in three years.

ENXTAM:CVC Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024
ENXTAM:CVC Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

3M (NYSE:MMM)

Overview: 3M Company is a diversified technology services provider operating both in the United States and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $74.56 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Consumer ($4.94 billion), Safety and Industrial ($10.90 billion), and Transportation and Electronics ($8.51 billion).

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 35.7%

3M, currently priced at US$135.73, trades significantly below its estimated fair value of US$211.1, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite forecasted revenue declines of 5.5% annually over the next three years, earnings are expected to grow substantially at 21.2% per year, surpassing market averages. However, the company faces challenges with high debt levels and a dividend yield that is not well-covered by earnings.

NYSE:MMM Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024
NYSE:MMM Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

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