What is ASL.DE's DCF valuation?

Akasol AG (ASL.DE) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 1, 2025, Akasol AG has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $0.00 per share. With the current market price at $121.00, this represents a potential upside of -2375.3%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $0.00
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $0.00
Potential Upside (5-year) -1072.8%
Potential Upside (10-year) -2375.3%
Discount Rate (WACC) 5.1% - 8.1%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $68 million in 12-2020 to $3327 million by 12-2030, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately 47.6%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2020 68 43%
12-2021 123 80%
12-2022 247 100%
12-2023 379 53%
12-2024 567 50%
12-2025 820 45%
12-2026 1137 39%
12-2027 1521 34%
12-2028 2018 33%
12-2029 2624 30%
12-2030 3327 27%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from -18% in 12-2020 to 0% by 12-2030, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2020 (12) -18%
12-2021 (13) -10%
12-2022 (20) -8%
12-2023 (22) -6%
12-2024 (21) -4%
12-2025 (13) -2%
12-2026 (14) -1%
12-2027 (13) -1%
12-2028 (10) -1%
12-2029 (4) 0%
12-2030 7 0%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $17 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 35% 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)
12-2021 26
12-2022 43
12-2023 69
12-2024 104
12-2025 151
12-2026 223

3. Working Capital Requirements

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

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 119
Days Inventory 332
Days Payables 140

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
6M/2021 4 (3) 22 25 (39)
2022 16 (9) 87 67 (130)
2023 39 (10) 134 66 (152)
2024 77 (9) 201 117 (232)
2025 136 (6) 290 127 (276)

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 5.1% - 8.1%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 3.0% - 4.9%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 6.6x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 0.00 -1072.8%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 0.00 -2375.3%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 0.00 -100.0%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 0.00 -100.0%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $(7,073)M
  • 10-Year Model: $(16,627)M

Investment Conclusion

Is Akasol AG (ASL.DE) a buy or a sell? Akasol AG is definitely a sell. Based on our DCF analysis, Akasol AG (ASL.DE) appears to be overvalued with upside potential of -2375.3%. 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 -18% to 0%)
  • Steady revenue growth (47.6% CAGR)
  • Strong free cash flow generation

Investors should consider reducing exposure at the current market price of $121.00.