What is AGS's Intrinsic value?

PlayAGS Inc (AGS) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of December 15, 2025, PlayAGS Inc's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $5.20 to $39.15 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $20.45 +63.7%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $15.64 +25.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $5.20 -58.3%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $18.85 +50.9%
Earnings Power Value $39.15 +213.4%

Is PlayAGS Inc (AGS) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $12.49, the stock appears to be significantly undervalued.

Understanding Intrinsic Value

Intrinsic value represents the "true" worth of a company based on its fundamentals rather than market sentiment. We've employed multiple methodologies to triangulate PlayAGS Inc's intrinsic value, including:

  1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF): Values the company based on projected future cash flows
  2. Dividend Discount Model (DDM): Values the company based on expected future dividend payments
  3. Earnings Power Value (EPV): Values the company based on its current earnings power, assuming no growth

Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)

The cost of capital is a critical factor in valuation models, representing the required return for investors.

WACC Component Low High
Long-term bond rate 3.9% 4.4%
Equity market risk premium 4.6% 5.6%
Adjusted beta 0.37 0.54
Cost of equity 5.6% 7.9%
Cost of debt 7.0% 7.9%
Tax rate 16.4% 42.8%
Debt/Equity ratio 1.04 1.04
After-tax WACC 5.7% 6.2%

Valuation Methods

1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Valuation

Our DCF model projects cash flows over 5-year and 10-year horizons, with the following key assumptions:

  • Forecast Period: 5-year DCF and 10-year DCF
  • Terminal Growth Rate: 0.0% (range: 3.0% - 5.0%)
  • Discount Rate: 5.9% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $395 (FY12-2024) to $604 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 13% to 4%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 20% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $16 $1,146M 78.4%
10-Year Growth $20 $1,345M 62.5%
5-Year EBITDA $16 $1,153M 78.5%
10-Year EBITDA $20 $1,346M 62.5%

2. Dividend Discount Model (DDM)

The DDM values a company based on its expected future dividend payments. We used two approaches:

Multi-Stage DDM:

  • Current payout ratio: 0.0%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 6.7%
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5%
  • Fair value: $5.20 (-58.3% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 7.9% (Low) to 5.6% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $12 to $26
  • Selected fair value: $18.85 (50.9% from current price)

3. Earnings Power Value (EPV)

EPV assesses a company's value based on its current normalized earnings power, assuming no growth.

EPV Component Value
Normalized Earnings $126M
Discount Rate (WACC) 6.2% - 5.7%
Enterprise Value $2,043M - $2,200M
Net Debt $497M
Equity Value $1,547M - $1,703M
Outstanding Shares 42M
Fair Value $37 - $41
Selected Fair Value $39.15

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $518M
Enterprise Value $1015M
Trailing P/E 9.45
Forward P/E 33.07
Trailing EV/EBITDA 7.10
Current Dividend Yield 0.00%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 0.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 1.04

Investment Decision Framework

To determine the most reliable intrinsic value estimate, we weigh each valuation method based on:

  1. Forecast Certainty: DCF methods rely on long-term projections, while earnings power value focuses on current normalized earnings
  2. Business Model Alignment: Dividend models are more appropriate for mature companies with established dividend policies
  3. Historical Accuracy: How well each method has predicted fair value historically

Valuation Weight Matrix

Valuation Method Weight Weighted Value
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) 30% $6.13
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $3.91
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $1.04
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $2.83
Earnings Power Value 10% $3.91
Weighted Average 100% $17.83

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, PlayAGS Inc's intrinsic value is $17.83, which is approximately 42.7% above the current market price of $12.49.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (13% to 4% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

Given these factors, we believe PlayAGS Inc is currently significantly undervalued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.