What is BOOT.L's Intrinsic value?

Henry Boot PLC (BOOT.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 23, 2025, Henry Boot PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $165.31 to $361.33 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $254.06 +12.9%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $185.16 -17.7%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $361.33 +60.6%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $165.31 -26.5%
Earnings Power Value $204.96 -8.9%

Is Henry Boot PLC (BOOT.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $225.00, the stock appears to be fairly valued.

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 Henry Boot PLC'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 4.0% 4.5%
Equity market risk premium 6.0% 7.0%
Adjusted beta 0.49 0.78
Cost of equity 6.9% 10.4%
Cost of debt 5.5% 7.6%
Tax rate 18.6% 19.6%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.31 0.31
After-tax WACC 6.3% 9.4%

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: 7.9% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $359 (FY12-2023) to $497 (FY12-2033)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 8% to 8%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 1% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $185 $351M 75.6%
10-Year Growth $254 $443M 61.8%
5-Year EBITDA $200 $372M 77.0%
10-Year EBITDA $220 $398M 57.4%

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: 86.7%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 8.7%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.0%
  • Fair value: $361.33 (60.6% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 10.4% (Low) to 6.9% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0% (Low) to 4.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $70 to $260
  • Selected fair value: $165.31 (-26.5% 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 $29M
Discount Rate (WACC) 9.4% - 6.3%
Enterprise Value $304M - $452M
Net Debt $104M
Equity Value $200M - $348M
Outstanding Shares 1M
Fair Value $150 - $260
Selected Fair Value $204.96

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $301M
Enterprise Value $405M
Trailing P/E 26.55
Forward P/E 10.13
Trailing EV/EBITDA 8.35
Current Dividend Yield 330.84%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -7.41%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.31

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% $76.22
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $46.29
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $72.27
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $24.80
Earnings Power Value 10% $20.50
Weighted Average 100% $240.07

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Henry Boot PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $240.07, which is approximately 6.7% above the current market price of $225.00.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (8% to 8% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

Given these factors, we believe Henry Boot PLC is currently fairly valued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.