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3 Companies Estimated To Be Trading Below Intrinsic Value

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The United States market has shown robust performance, with a 3.9% increase over the last week and a 12% rise in the past year, while earnings are projected to grow by 14% annually. In such an environment, identifying stocks that are estimated to be trading below their intrinsic value can offer potential opportunities for investors seeking to capitalize on undervalued assets.

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

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Berkshire Hills Bancorp (NYSE:BHLB)$26.55$52.7249.6%
Provident Financial Services (NYSE:PFS)$17.81$35.5549.9%
Horizon Bancorp (NasdaqGS:HBNC)$15.69$30.7348.9%
Valley National Bancorp (NasdaqGS:VLY)$9.20$18.2649.6%
Super Group (SGHC) (NYSE:SGHC)$8.58$16.7548.8%
Insteel Industries (NYSE:IIIN)$36.34$72.5149.9%
Bel Fuse (NasdaqGS:BELF.A)$71.14$141.9849.9%
Curbline Properties (NYSE:CURB)$23.75$47.2849.8%
Verra Mobility (NasdaqCM:VRRM)$24.31$48.2049.6%
FinWise Bancorp (NasdaqGM:FINW)$14.89$29.2249%

Click here to see the full list of 173 stocks from our Undervalued US Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

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

First Solar (NasdaqGS:FSLR)

Overview: First Solar, Inc. is a solar technology company that offers photovoltaic solar energy solutions across the United States, France, India, Chile, and other international markets with a market cap of approximately $15.09 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from the design, manufacture, and sale of CdTe solar modules, totaling approximately $4.25 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 46.2%

First Solar is trading at US$156.21, significantly below its estimated fair value of US$290.41, suggesting it could be undervalued based on cash flows. Despite a recent downward revision in earnings guidance for 2025, the company still forecasts robust revenue growth of 11.7% annually and significant earnings growth of 22.5%, outpacing the broader U.S. market averages. Its strategic investment in domestic manufacturing further strengthens its competitive position in the solar industry.

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

Okta (NasdaqGS:OKTA)

Overview: Okta, Inc. is an identity management company operating both in the United States and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately $20.74 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from its Internet Software & Services segment, generating $2.61 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 11.1%

Okta's stock, priced at US$124.17, trades below its estimated fair value of US$139.60, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flows. The company has recently become profitable with a net income of US$28 million for the year ended January 31, 2025. Despite revenue growth forecasts being modest at 8.8% annually, Okta's earnings are projected to grow significantly faster than the market average over the next three years.

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

International Paper (NYSE:IP)

Overview: International Paper Company produces and sells renewable fiber-based packaging and pulp products across North America, Latin America, Europe, and North Africa with a market cap of $23.37 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Global Cellulose Fibers, which generated $2.73 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.1%

International Paper's stock, at US$47.91, is trading significantly below its estimated fair value of US$82.69, suggesting it may be undervalued based on cash flows. Although earnings have been impacted by large one-off items leading to a net loss of US$105 million in Q1 2025, the company anticipates substantial earnings growth over the next three years. Recent strategic reorganizations and expansions aim to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery amidst ongoing financial challenges.

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

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