What is AM.PA's DCF valuation?

Dassault Aviation SA (AM.PA) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 22, 2025, Dassault Aviation SA has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $192.12 per share. With the current market price at $311.40, this represents a potential upside of -38.3%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $209.37
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $192.12
Potential Upside (5-year) -32.8%
Potential Upside (10-year) -38.3%
Discount Rate (WACC) 7.9% - 10.0%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $6240 million in 12-2024 to $8092 million by 12-2034, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately 2.6%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2024 6240 30%
12-2025 6581 5%
12-2026 6713 2%
12-2027 6847 2%
12-2028 6984 2%
12-2029 7124 2%
12-2030 7266 2%
12-2031 7489 3%
12-2032 7778 4%
12-2033 7933 2%
12-2034 8092 2%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from 15% in 12-2024 to 20% by 12-2034, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2024 924 15%
12-2025 1040 16%
12-2026 1129 17%
12-2027 1220 18%
12-2028 1312 19%
12-2029 1406 20%
12-2030 1434 20%
12-2031 1478 20%
12-2032 1535 20%
12-2033 1566 20%
12-2034 1597 20%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $302 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 5% of revenue.

2. Depreciation & Amortization

Depreciation is based on an average useful life of 5 years for capital assets.

Fiscal Year D&A (USD millions)
12-2025 277
12-2026 313
12-2027 349
12-2028 354
12-2029 359
12-2030 366

3. Working Capital Requirements

Net working capital is expected to increase gradually, with projected changes affecting free cash flow.

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 68
Days Inventory 525
Days Payables 112

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
2025 1231 212 345 (933) 1607
2026 1368 230 352 763 23
2027 1508 249 359 (74) 975
2028 1617 267 366 (158) 1141
2029 1729 287 373 178 891

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 7.9% - 10.0%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 2.0% - 4.0%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 7.4x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 209.37 -32.8%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 192.12 -38.3%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 165.98 -46.7%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 176.41 -43.4%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $15,041M
  • 10-Year Model: $13,688M

Investment Conclusion

Is Dassault Aviation SA (AM.PA) a buy or a sell? Dassault Aviation SA is definitely a sell. Based on our DCF analysis, Dassault Aviation SA (AM.PA) appears to be overvalued with upside potential of -38.3%. The company's strong projected growth in revenue and profitability, coupled with consistent capital expenditure, supports our positive outlook on its intrinsic value.

Key investment drivers include:

  • Expanding profit margins (from 15% to 20%)
  • Steady revenue growth (2.6% CAGR)

Investors should consider reducing exposure at the current market price of $311.40.