What is CODA's Intrinsic value?

Coda Octopus Group Inc (CODA) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 21, 2025, Coda Octopus Group Inc's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $3.33 to $10.32 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $10.32 +34.2%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $7.69 -0.0%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $5.03 -34.6%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $3.33 -56.6%
Earnings Power Value $5.34 -30.6%

Is Coda Octopus Group Inc (CODA) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $7.69, 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 Coda Octopus Group 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 1.47 1.76
Cost of equity 10.6% 14.7%
Cost of debt 5.0% 5.0%
Tax rate 7.6% 11.7%
Debt/Equity ratio 1 1
After-tax WACC 7.6% 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: 8.6% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $20 (FY10-2024) to $57 (FY10-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 18% to 23%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 5% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $8 $64M 79.5%
10-Year Growth $10 $93M 65.6%
5-Year EBITDA $13 $129M 89.8%
10-Year EBITDA $15 $145M 77.9%

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: 12.7%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.0%
  • Fair value: $5.03 (-34.6% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 14.7% (Low) to 10.6% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0% (Low) to 4.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $2 to $5
  • Selected fair value: $3.33 (-56.6% 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 $3M
Discount Rate (WACC) 9.6% - 7.6%
Enterprise Value $33M - $42M
Net Debt $(23)M
Equity Value $56M - $64M
Outstanding Shares 11M
Fair Value $5 - $6
Selected Fair Value $5.34

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $86M
Enterprise Value $64M
Trailing P/E 21.98
Forward P/E 15.18
Trailing EV/EBITDA 18.30
Current Dividend Yield 0.00%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 0.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 1.00

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% $3.10
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $1.92
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $1.01
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $0.50
Earnings Power Value 10% $0.53
Weighted Average 100% $7.06

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Coda Octopus Group Inc's weighted average intrinsic value is $7.06, which is approximately 8.2% below the current market price of $7.69.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (18% to 23% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

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