US Stocks Estimated To Be Trading Below Intrinsic Value In December 2024

As December 2024 unfolds, the U.S. stock market presents a mixed picture with the Dow Jones Industrial Average marking its fifth consecutive session of gains, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite have recently experienced minor setbacks. In this environment of fluctuating indices and shifting investor sentiment, identifying stocks that are trading below their intrinsic value can offer potential opportunities for discerning investors seeking to capitalize on undervaluation in a complex market landscape.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In The United States

Name	Current Price	Fair Value (Est)	Discount (Est)
Clear Secure (NYSE:YOU)	$27.28	$53.16	48.7%
Oddity Tech (NasdaqGM:ODD)	$43.48	$84.40	48.5%
First National (NasdaqCM:FXNC)	$24.05	$46.63	48.4%
Sandy Spring Bancorp (NasdaqGS:SASR)	$34.58	$68.97	49.9%
Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL)	$84.66	$165.14	48.7%
HealthEquity (NasdaqGS:HQY)	$97.41	$189.22	48.5%
Progress Software (NasdaqGS:PRGS)	$66.395	$129.48	48.7%
Freshpet (NasdaqGM:FRPT)	$146.06	$283.12	48.4%
South Atlantic Bancshares (OTCPK:SABK)	$15.20	$29.97	49.3%
Paycor HCM (NasdaqGS:PYCR)	$19.33	$38.52	49.8%

Click here to see the full list of 179 stocks from our Undervalued US Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.

DoorDash (NasdaqGS:DASH)

Overview: DoorDash, Inc. operates a commerce platform that links merchants, consumers, and independent contractors both in the United States and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $71.37 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through its Internet Information Providers segment, which amounts to $10.15 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 30.6%

DoorDash is trading at US$170.57, significantly below its estimated fair value of US$245.62, suggesting it may be undervalued based on discounted cash flow analysis. Recent strategic partnerships, such as with Shipium and Walmart Canada, enhance its service offerings and market reach. Despite past shareholder dilution and insider selling concerns, DoorDash's revenue is forecast to grow faster than the US market average, with profitability expected within three years and a high future return on equity forecasted at 24.2%.

• The analysis detailed in our DoorDash growth report hints at robust future financial performance.
• Take a closer look at DoorDash's balance sheet health here in our report.

Dynatrace (NYSE:DT)

Overview: Dynatrace, Inc. offers a security platform for multicloud environments across various global regions and has a market cap of approximately $16.44 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue of $1.56 billion from its Internet Software & Services segment.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 33.4%

Dynatrace is trading at US$55.10, substantially below its estimated fair value of US$82.77, highlighting potential undervaluation based on discounted cash flow analysis. The company reported strong revenue growth, reaching US$418.13 million in the latest quarter, with earnings per share increasing to US$0.15 from US$0.12 year-over-year. Despite forecasts of slower revenue growth compared to some peers, Dynatrace's earnings are expected to grow significantly faster than the broader U.S. market average over the next few years.

• Our earnings growth report unveils the potential for significant increases in Dynatrace's future results.
• Click here and access our complete balance sheet health report to understand the dynamics of Dynatrace.

SharkNinja (NYSE:SN)

Overview: SharkNinja, Inc. is a product design and technology company that offers a range of consumer solutions globally, with a market cap of approximately $13.73 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Appliance & Tool segment, which amounts to approximately $5.12 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 37.3%

SharkNinja is trading at US$98.54, significantly below its estimated fair value of US$157.23, suggesting undervaluation based on discounted cash flow analysis. The company reported robust earnings growth, with third-quarter net income soaring to US$132.33 million from US$18.72 million year-over-year and raised its annual sales guidance by 25% to 26%. Despite debt concerns, SharkNinja's earnings are forecasted to grow considerably faster than the U.S. market average over the next few years.

• Our expertly prepared growth report on SharkNinja implies its future financial outlook may be stronger than recent results.
• Get an in-depth perspective on SharkNinja's balance sheet by reading our health report here.

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