Should You Investigate UOL Group Limited (SGX:U14) At S$7.03?

While UOL Group Limited (SGX:U14) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it saw its share price hover around a small range of S$6.92 to S$7.57 over the last few weeks. But is this actually reflective of the share value of the mid-cap? Or is it currently undervalued, providing us with the opportunity to buy? Let’s take a look at UOL Group’s outlook and value based on the most recent financial data to see if there are any catalysts for a price change.

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Is UOL Group Still Cheap?

Great news for investors – UOL Group is still trading at a fairly cheap price. According to my valuation, the intrinsic value for the stock is SGD9.69, which is above what the market is valuing the company at the moment. This indicates a potential opportunity to buy low. UOL Group’s share price also seems relatively stable compared to the rest of the market, as indicated by its low beta. If you believe the share price should eventually reach its true value, a low beta could suggest it is unlikely to rapidly do so anytime soon, and once it’s there, it may be hard to fall back down into an attractive buying range.

What kind of growth will UOL Group generate?

Investors looking for growth in their portfolio may want to consider the prospects of a company before buying its shares. Although value investors would argue that it’s the intrinsic value relative to the price that matter the most, a more compelling investment thesis would be high growth potential at a cheap price. However, with an extremely negative double-digit change in profit expected over the next couple of years, near-term growth is certainly not a driver of a buy decision. It seems like high uncertainty is on the cards for UOL Group, at least in the near future.

What This Means For You

Are you a shareholder? Although U14 is currently undervalued, the adverse prospect of negative growth brings about some degree of risk. Consider whether you want to increase your portfolio exposure to U14, or whether diversifying into another stock may be a better move for your total risk and return.

Are you a potential investor? If you’ve been keeping tabs on U14 for some time, but hesitant on making the leap, I recommend you research further into the stock. Given its current undervaluation, now is a great time to make a decision. But keep in mind the risks that come with negative growth prospects in the future.

In light of this, if you'd like to do more analysis on the company, it's vital to be informed of the risks involved. For example, UOL Group has 2 warning signs (and 1 which shouldn't be ignored) we think you should know about.

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