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3 US Stocks That May Be Trading Below Estimated Value

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As the U.S. market navigates a period of uncertainty with stock futures fluctuating amid anticipation of the presidential election and Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, investors are keenly observing potential opportunities amidst these developments. In this climate, identifying stocks that may be trading below their estimated value can offer a strategic advantage, as undervalued stocks have the potential to provide growth when market conditions stabilize or improve.

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

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Provident Financial Services (NYSE:PFS)$18.85$37.4849.7%
Cadence Bank (NYSE:CADE)$33.06$64.7648.9%
Atlanticus Holdings (NasdaqGS:ATLC)$37.28$72.4948.6%
MVB Financial (NasdaqCM:MVBF)$19.10$37.0948.5%
UFP Technologies (NasdaqCM:UFPT)$272.655$539.6349.5%
First Western Financial (NasdaqGS:MYFW)$18.94$37.3549.3%
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals (NasdaqGS:ALNY)$273.91$546.1449.8%
WEX (NYSE:WEX)$173.79$344.9049.6%
Alaska Air Group (NYSE:ALK)$49.23$97.6349.6%
AeroVironment (NasdaqGS:AVAV)$216.00$419.4148.5%

Click here to see the full list of 192 stocks from our Undervalued US Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.

ADMA Biologics (NasdaqGM:ADMA)

Overview: ADMA Biologics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures, and markets specialty plasma-derived biologics for treating immune deficiencies and infectious diseases globally, with a market cap of $4.51 billion.

Operations: ADMA's revenue is primarily derived from its Biomanufacturing segment, which accounts for $326.70 million, supplemented by $3.41 million from Plasma Collection Centers.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 31.5%

ADMA Biologics is trading at US$19.37, significantly below its estimated fair value of US$28.28, suggesting undervaluation based on cash flows. The company has shown substantial revenue growth, reporting US$107.19 million in Q2 2024 sales compared to US$60.12 million the previous year, and turned profitable with a net income of US$32.06 million versus a prior loss. However, recent insider selling and past shareholder dilution could be potential concerns for investors.

NasdaqGM:ADMA Discounted Cash Flow as at Nov 2024
NasdaqGM:ADMA Discounted Cash Flow as at Nov 2024

Clorox (NYSE:CLX)

Overview: The Clorox Company manufactures and markets consumer and professional products globally, with a market cap of approximately $20.19 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments are comprised of Health and Wellness at $2.68 billion, Household at $2.07 billion, Lifestyle at $1.37 billion, and International at $1.15 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 38.1%

Clorox is trading at US$163.11, significantly below its estimated fair value of US$263.47, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. The company reported strong earnings growth with net income rising to US$99 million in Q1 2025 from US$22 million a year ago. Despite high debt levels and slower revenue growth projections compared to the market, Clorox's expected annual profit growth and revised earnings guidance underscore its robust financial outlook.

NYSE:CLX Discounted Cash Flow as at Nov 2024
NYSE:CLX Discounted Cash Flow as at Nov 2024

Compass (NYSE:COMP)

Overview: Compass, Inc. operates as a real estate brokerage service provider in the United States with a market cap of approximately $3.27 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue from its Internet Information Providers segment, amounting to $5.35 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 34.1%

Compass is trading at US$6.41, below its estimated fair value of US$9.72, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flows. The company reported improved earnings with a net loss reduction to US$1.7 million in Q3 2024 from US$39.4 million a year ago and expects revenue growth above the market average over the next three years. However, recent shareholder dilution and low forecasted return on equity might temper enthusiasm despite promising profit growth expectations.

NYSE:COMP Discounted Cash Flow as at Nov 2024
NYSE:COMP Discounted Cash Flow as at Nov 2024

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