What is CDI.PA's Intrinsic value?

Christian Dior SE (CDI.PA) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 23, 2025, Christian Dior SE's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $220.06 to $961.05 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $961.05 +111.3%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $817.35 +79.7%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $633.96 +39.4%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $220.06 -51.6%
Earnings Power Value $891.72 +96.1%

Is Christian Dior SE (CDI.PA) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $454.80, 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 Christian Dior SE'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 3.0% 3.5%
Equity market risk premium 5.8% 6.8%
Adjusted beta 1.25 1.27
Cost of equity 10.2% 12.7%
Cost of debt 4.0% 4.5%
Tax rate 26.7% 27.6%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.48 0.48
After-tax WACC 7.9% 9.6%

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: 8.7% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $84,683 (FY12-2024) to $139,117 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 15% to 16%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 7% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $817 $185,512M 67.3%
10-Year Growth $961 $211,451M 47.8%
5-Year EBITDA $1,216 $257,458M 76.4%
10-Year EBITDA $1,294 $271,480M 59.4%

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: 45.0%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 11.5%
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5%
  • Fair value: $633.96 (39.4% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 12.7% (Low) to 10.2% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $159 to $281
  • Selected fair value: $220.06 (-51.6% 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 $17,231M
Discount Rate (WACC) 9.6% - 7.9%
Enterprise Value $179,060M - $218,813M
Net Debt $37,972M
Equity Value $141,088M - $180,841M
Outstanding Shares 181M
Fair Value $782 - $1,002
Selected Fair Value $891.72

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $82096M
Enterprise Value $120068M
Trailing P/E 15.76
Forward P/E 5.93
Trailing EV/EBITDA 10.15
Current Dividend Yield 276.29%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 29.65%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.48

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% $288.31
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $204.34
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $126.79
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $33.01
Earnings Power Value 10% $89.17
Weighted Average 100% $741.63

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Christian Dior SE's weighted average intrinsic value is $741.63, which is approximately 63.1% above the current market price of $454.80.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (15% to 16% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 29.65%

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