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December 2024's Noteworthy Stocks Estimated Below Fair Value

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As global markets continue to reach record highs, with indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 soaring, investors are navigating a landscape shaped by geopolitical developments and economic reports. Amidst this robust market performance, identifying stocks that remain undervalued presents a unique opportunity for those looking to capitalize on potential growth. In such an environment, a good stock is often characterized by solid fundamentals and resilience against broader market volatility, offering value beyond its current price point.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
NBT Bancorp (NasdaqGS:NBTB)US$50.01US$99.9350%
HangzhouS MedTech (SHSE:688581)CN¥62.38CN¥124.0449.7%
Sudarshan Chemical Industries (BSE:506655)₹1118.85₹2224.2749.7%
Bank BTPN Syariah (IDX:BTPS)IDR900.00IDR1786.7149.6%
Iguatemi (BOVESPA:IGTI3)R$2.26R$4.4949.7%
Pluk Phak Praw Rak Mae (SET:OKJ)THB15.50THB30.8649.8%
AirBoss of America (TSX:BOS)CA$4.05CA$8.0549.7%
Shanghai INT Medical Instruments (SEHK:1501)HK$27.25HK$54.1149.6%
Genesis Minerals (ASX:GMD)A$2.41A$4.8250%
Akeso (SEHK:9926)HK$66.50HK$132.3849.8%

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

Norsk Hydro (OB:NHY)

Overview: Norsk Hydro ASA operates in power production, bauxite extraction, alumina refining, aluminium smelting, and recycling activities while providing extruded solutions globally, with a market cap of NOK138.39 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Hydro Energy (NOK10.46 billion), Hydro Extrusions (NOK75.70 billion), Hydro Metal Markets (NOK79.03 billion), Hydro Aluminium Metal (NOK54.21 billion), and Hydro Bauxite & Alumina (NOK46.36 billion).

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.1%

Norsk Hydro appears undervalued, trading 42.1% below estimated fair value at NOK69.68 compared to a fair value of NOK120.42. Despite recent earnings challenges, with net profit margins decreasing from 3.3% to 0.7%, the company is forecasted for significant earnings growth of 48.7% annually over the next three years, outpacing the Norwegian market's growth rate of 9.2%. Recent share buybacks totaling NOK170.83 million may enhance shareholder value further.

OB:NHY Discounted Cash Flow as at Dec 2024
OB:NHY Discounted Cash Flow as at Dec 2024

Money Forward (TSE:3994)

Overview: Money Forward, Inc. offers financial solutions for individuals, financial institutions, and corporations mainly in Japan with a market cap of approximately ¥273.96 billion.

Operations: Revenue segments include Platform Services Business, generating ¥38.47 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.8%

Money Forward is trading significantly below its estimated fair value of ¥8,763.49 at ¥5,017, suggesting it may be undervalued based on cash flows. Despite a volatile share price and current operating losses projected between ¥1.9 billion to ¥3.9 billion for the fiscal year ending November 2024, revenue growth is expected at 19.7% annually—outpacing the JP market's 4.2%. The company anticipates profitability within three years amidst strategic shifts like subsidiary consolidation.

TSE:3994 Discounted Cash Flow as at Dec 2024
TSE:3994 Discounted Cash Flow as at Dec 2024

Dino Polska (WSE:DNP)

Overview: Dino Polska S.A. operates a network of mid-sized grocery supermarkets under the Dino brand in Poland and has a market cap of PLN39.10 billion.

Operations: Dino Polska generates its revenue through a network of mid-sized grocery supermarkets across Poland.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 39.8%

Dino Polska, trading at PLN 398.8, is below its estimated fair value of PLN 662.99, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. The company reported Q3 sales of PLN 7.61 billion and net income of PLN 438.21 million, showing solid growth from the previous year. With revenue forecasted to grow faster than the Polish market at 14.6% annually and earnings expected to rise by 18.2%, Dino Polska presents a compelling investment case amidst robust financial performance.

WSE:DNP Discounted Cash Flow as at Dec 2024
WSE:DNP Discounted Cash Flow as at Dec 2024

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