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Three Stocks That May Be Undervalued In August 2025

As of late August 2025, the U.S. stock market is experiencing a period of optimism, with major indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching record highs. Amid this bullish environment, identifying undervalued stocks can be challenging yet rewarding for investors seeking opportunities that may not be fully recognized by the market.

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

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Willdan Group (WLDN)$116.18$231.9349.9%
Udemy (UDMY)$6.96$13.2147.3%
Peapack-Gladstone Financial (PGC)$28.90$56.5448.9%
Northwest Bancshares (NWBI)$12.63$24.4148.3%
Niagen Bioscience (NAGE)$9.82$18.8948%
Lyft (LYFT)$16.135$30.9847.9%
Investar Holding (ISTR)$23.61$45.8048.4%
Gold Royalty (GROY)$3.28$6.5549.9%
Fiverr International (FVRR)$23.62$45.2847.8%
AGNC Investment (AGNC)$9.79$18.6347.5%

Click here to see the full list of 190 stocks from our Undervalued US Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Hesai Group (HSAI)

Overview: Hesai Group develops, manufactures, and sells three-dimensional LiDAR solutions across Mainland China, Europe, North America, and other international markets with a market cap of $3.44 billion.

Operations: Hesai Group generates revenue from the development, manufacturing, and sales of three-dimensional LiDAR solutions across various regions including Mainland China, Europe, North America, and other international markets.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 25.2%

Hesai Group is trading at a 25.2% discount to its estimated fair value of US$35.86, making it potentially undervalued based on discounted cash flow analysis. The company recently turned profitable, reporting CNY 44.09 million in net income for Q2 2025, and forecasts suggest significant earnings growth of over 40% annually for the next three years. However, investors should note the stock's high volatility and recent plans to raise US$300 million through a Hong Kong listing.

HSAI Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2025
HSAI Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2025

e.l.f. Beauty (ELF)

Overview: e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. is a global beauty company offering cosmetics and skincare products, with a market cap of $7.41 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily generated from its Personal Products segment, totaling $1.34 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.2%

e.l.f. Beauty is trading at US$129.35, significantly below its estimated fair value of US$223.88, suggesting it may be undervalued based on discounted cash flow analysis. Despite a decline in profit margins from 10.8% to 7.3%, the company's earnings are expected to grow significantly over the next three years, outpacing the broader U.S. market growth rate of 15.1%. However, recent insider selling could be a concern for potential investors.

ELF Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2025
ELF Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2025

Glaukos (GKOS)

Overview: Glaukos Corporation is an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company that develops therapies for glaucoma, corneal disorders, and retinal diseases globally, with a market cap of approximately $5.45 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue of $432.95 million from the development and commercialization of ophthalmic therapies for glaucoma, corneal disorders, and retinal diseases.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 38.9%

Glaukos Corporation is trading at US$96.56, well below its estimated fair value of US$158.10, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flow analysis. The company has raised its 2025 revenue guidance to US$480 million-US$486 million and reported significant sales growth in Q2 2025 compared to the previous year. While Glaukos is expected to become profitable within three years, its forecasted return on equity remains low at 1.9%.

GKOS Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2025
GKOS Discounted Cash Flow as at Aug 2025

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About NasdaqGS:HSAI

Hesai Group

Through with its subsidiaries, engages in the development, manufacture, and sale of three-dimensional light detection and ranging solutions (LiDAR) in Mainland China, Europe, North America, and internationally.

Exceptional growth potential with adequate balance sheet.

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