US Value Stocks Trading At An Estimated Discount In December 2024

As the U.S. stock market continues to ride a wave of optimism, with the Dow Jones and S&P 500 reaching record highs after their best month in 2024, investors are keenly focused on identifying opportunities amid this buoyant environment. In this context, value stocks—those trading at prices believed to be lower than their intrinsic worth—offer potential for discerning investors looking to capitalize on perceived market discounts.

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

Name	Current Price	Fair Value (Est)	Discount (Est)
NBT Bancorp (NasdaqGS:NBTB)	$50.12	$99.93	49.8%
UMB Financial (NasdaqGS:UMBF)	$125.49	$243.56	48.5%
West Bancorporation (NasdaqGS:WTBA)	$23.87	$46.83	49%
Business First Bancshares (NasdaqGS:BFST)	$28.50	$55.00	48.2%
Five Star Bancorp (NasdaqGS:FSBC)	$32.95	$63.89	48.4%
Advanced Energy Industries (NasdaqGS:AEIS)	$115.04	$219.53	47.6%
South Atlantic Bancshares (OTCPK:SABK)	$15.40	$30.26	49.1%
Snap (NYSE:SNAP)	$11.81	$22.80	48.2%
Progress Software (NasdaqGS:PRGS)	$68.41	$132.04	48.2%
Hesai Group (NasdaqGS:HSAI)	$8.18	$16.30	49.8%

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We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Intuitive Machines (NasdaqGM:LUNR)

Overview: Intuitive Machines, Inc. designs, manufactures, and operates space products and services in the United States with a market cap of $2.29 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue of $203.90 million from its Aerospace & Defense segment.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.9%

Intuitive Machines is trading at US$16.35, significantly below its estimated fair value of US$28.63, indicating potential undervaluation based on discounted cash flow analysis. Despite recent financial challenges such as a net loss and delayed SEC filings, the company is strategically positioned with NASA contracts worth up to $4.82 billion for lunar relay services and a promising partnership with Johns Hopkins APL for cislunar infrastructure development, which could enhance future revenue streams and profitability prospects.

• In light of our recent growth report, it seems possible that Intuitive Machines' financial performance will exceed current levels.
• Take a closer look at Intuitive Machines' balance sheet health here in our report.

Kanzhun (NasdaqGS:BZ)

Overview: Kanzhun Limited, with a market cap of $5.88 billion, operates in the People's Republic of China offering online recruitment services through its subsidiaries.

Operations: The company generates revenue of CN¥6.81 billion from its Internet Information Providers segment in China.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 33.5%

Kanzhun is trading at $13.50, significantly below its estimated fair value of $20.31, highlighting potential undervaluation based on discounted cash flow analysis. Earnings grew by 285.6% over the past year and are forecast to grow 21% annually, outpacing the US market's growth rate of 15.4%. Recent buybacks totaling $200 million for over 13 million shares may enhance shareholder value despite a projected low return on equity of 18.5% in three years.

• Upon reviewing our latest growth report, Kanzhun's projected financial performance appears quite optimistic.
• Dive into the specifics of Kanzhun here with our thorough financial health report.

Hesai Group (NasdaqGS:HSAI)

Overview: Hesai Group develops, manufactures, and sells three-dimensional LiDAR solutions across Mainland China, Europe, North America, and internationally with a market cap of approximately $1.04 billion.

Operations: Hesai Group generates its revenue through the development, manufacturing, and sale of three-dimensional LiDAR solutions across various regions including Mainland China, Europe, and North America.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 49.8%

Hesai Group, priced at $8.18, trades well below its fair value estimate of $16.30, suggesting significant undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite recent volatility and a low forecasted return on equity of 12.1%, the company is expected to become profitable within three years with revenue growth projected at 28.3% annually—surpassing market averages. Recent partnerships with Leapmotor and product innovations like the OT128 lidar enhance its position in the autonomous vehicle sector, potentially driving future cash flow improvements.

• Our earnings growth report unveils the potential for significant increases in Hesai Group's future results.
• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Hesai Group's balance sheet health report.

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