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Value Opportunities: Stocks Estimated Below Intrinsic Worth For May 2025

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The United States market has experienced a notable upswing, rising 4.5% over the last week and showing an 11% increase over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 14% annually. In such a climate, identifying stocks that are estimated to be below their intrinsic worth can present valuable opportunities for investors seeking to capitalize on potential growth while maintaining a focus on value.

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

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Provident Financial Services (NYSE:PFS)$17.86$35.5149.7%
Quaker Chemical (NYSE:KWR)$106.23$211.1549.7%
Brookline Bancorp (NasdaqGS:BRKL)$11.11$22.2250%
Valley National Bancorp (NasdaqGS:VLY)$9.16$18.1849.6%
Flowco Holdings (NYSE:FLOC)$19.38$37.9949%
First Reliance Bancshares (OTCPK:FSRL)$9.35$18.4949.4%
Insteel Industries (NYSE:IIIN)$36.81$72.2749.1%
Bel Fuse (NasdaqGS:BELF.A)$71.89$142.6049.6%
Carvana (NYSE:CVNA)$297.40$586.2949.3%
Mobileye Global (NasdaqGS:MBLY)$15.94$31.0948.7%

Click here to see the full list of 171 stocks from our Undervalued US Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

DLocal (NasdaqGS:DLO)

Overview: DLocal Limited operates a global payment processing platform and has a market capitalization of approximately $2.91 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments are not specified in the provided text.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 10.4%

DLocal's recent earnings report shows strong financial performance with Q1 2025 net income rising to US$46.63 million from US$17.71 million a year ago, reflecting significant growth in profitability. The stock trades at approximately 10% below its estimated fair value of US$12.55, suggesting some undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite past volatility and large one-off items impacting results, DLocal's revenue and earnings are projected to grow significantly above market averages over the next few years.

NasdaqGS:DLO Discounted Cash Flow as at May 2025
NasdaqGS:DLO Discounted Cash Flow as at May 2025

Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NasdaqGS:VRTX)

Overview: Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing therapies for treating cystic fibrosis, with a market cap of approximately $108.15 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from its Pharmaceuticals segment, generating $11.10 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 47.2%

Vertex Pharmaceuticals' Q1 2025 results show revenue of US$2.77 billion, a slight increase from the previous year, but net income fell due to a US$379 million impairment charge. Despite this, Vertex is trading at approximately 47% below its estimated fair value of US$823.12 based on discounted cash flows. With raised revenue guidance and expected annual profit growth surpassing market averages, Vertex remains a compelling consideration for investors focused on undervalued stocks with strong cash flow potential.

NasdaqGS:VRTX Discounted Cash Flow as at May 2025
NasdaqGS:VRTX Discounted Cash Flow as at May 2025

Corpay (NYSE:CPAY)

Overview: Corpay, Inc. is a payments company that facilitates the management of vehicle-related expenses, lodging expenses, and corporate payments for businesses and consumers across the United States, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and internationally with a market cap of $24.87 billion.

Operations: Corpay's revenue is primarily generated from vehicle payments at $2.00 billion, corporate payments at $1.31 billion, and lodging payments at $487.52 million.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 34.7%

Corpay's Q1 2025 earnings report highlights a net income of US$243.23 million with sales reaching over US$1 billion, reflecting steady growth. The company is trading at approximately 34.7% below its estimated fair value of US$531.35 based on discounted cash flows, underscoring its undervaluation potential. With ample cash reserves exceeding $2.5 billion for acquisitions and strategic expansions in Europe, Corpay continues to strengthen its position in the corporate payments sector amidst ongoing M&A discussions.

NYSE:CPAY Discounted Cash Flow as at May 2025
NYSE:CPAY Discounted Cash Flow as at May 2025

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