Yahoo Finance Euronext Paris Showcases Three Stocks That Could Offer Hidden Value
Amidst a generally positive trend in European markets, with France's CAC 40 Index recently climbing by 1.67%, investors are keenly observing potential opportunities that might be hiding in plain sight. In this context, identifying undervalued stocks becomes particularly pertinent as it allows investors to potentially capitalize on discrepancies between current market prices and intrinsic values within the bustling Euronext Paris.
Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In France
Name | Current Price | Fair Value (Est) | Discount (Est) |
Airbus (ENXTPA:AIR) | €130.98 | €239.75 | 45.4% |
Vente-Unique.com (ENXTPA:ALVU) | €15.55 | €29.98 | 48.1% |
Kaufman & Broad (ENXTPA:KOF) | €27.20 | €52.92 | 48.6% |
Lectra (ENXTPA:LSS) | €27.95 | €43.16 | 35.2% |
Wavestone (ENXTPA:WAVE) | €52.40 | €88.60 | 40.9% |
MEMSCAP (ENXTPA:MEMS) | €5.24 | €8.53 | 38.6% |
Vivendi (ENXTPA:VIV) | €9.834 | €15.54 | 36.7% |
Tikehau Capital (ENXTPA:TKO) | €21.35 | €32.29 | 33.9% |
Thales (ENXTPA:HO) | €151.95 | €254.51 | 40.3% |
Groupe Airwell Société anonyme (ENXTPA:ALAIR) | €3.84 | €6.72 | 42.9% |
Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener
Esker
Overview: Esker SA is a company that operates a cloud platform for finance and customer service professionals both in France and internationally, with a market cap of approximately €1.07 billion.
Operations: The company generates its revenue primarily through its Software & Programming segment, which accounted for €190.92 million.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 26.3%
Esker is currently trading at €180.6, significantly below its estimated fair value of €244.97, indicating a potential undervaluation based on discounted cash flow analysis. With earnings expected to grow by 25.76% annually over the next three years and a projected high return on equity of 32.8%, Esker's financial health appears robust compared to the broader French market's slower growth rates. However, recent events include a 15% dividend cut, reflecting cautious capital management amidst its expansion and leadership changes aimed at enhancing governance and sustainability practices.
According our earnings growth report, there's an indication that Esker might be ready to expand.
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Antin Infrastructure Partners SAS
Overview: Antin Infrastructure Partners SAS is a private equity firm focused on infrastructure investments, with a market capitalization of approximately €2.03 billion.
Operations: The firm's revenue is primarily derived from its asset management segment, totaling €282.87 million.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 27.1%
Antin Infrastructure Partners SAS, priced at €11.32, is considered undervalued against a fair value estimate of €15.53 based on discounted cash flow analysis. The company recently became profitable and is expected to see earnings grow by 25.88% annually over the next three years, outpacing the French market's growth. Despite this positive outlook, its dividend coverage by earnings and cash flows remains weak, with recent distributions including a total annual dividend of €0.71 per share.
Vivendi
Overview: Vivendi SE is a global entertainment, media, and communication company based in France with a market capitalization of €10.08 billion.
Operations: Vivendi's revenue is primarily generated through Canal + Group (€6.06 billion), followed by Havas Group (€2.87 billion), Lagardère (€0.67 billion), Gameloft (€0.31 billion), Prisma Media (€0.31 billion), Vivendi Village (€0.18 billion), and New Initiatives (€0.15 billion).
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 36.7%
Vivendi SE, currently priced at €9.83, is perceived as undervalued with a fair value estimate of €15.54 based on discounted cash flow analysis. The company's earnings are expected to grow by 29.26% annually, significantly outperforming the French market's forecast growth rate. Despite an unstable dividend history and a low forecast return on equity of 6%, recent revenue growth to €4.28 billion in Q1 2024 and consensus analyst predictions suggest potential for stock price appreciation.
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