What is CTG.L's Intrinsic value?

Christie Group plc (CTG.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 18, 2025, Christie Group plc's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $75.99 to $908.61 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $147.08 +17.7%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $133.51 +6.8%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $75.99 -39.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $174.51 +39.6%
Earnings Power Value $908.61 +626.9%

Is Christie Group plc (CTG.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $125.00, 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 Christie Group 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 0.48 0.52
Cost of equity 6.9% 8.6%
Cost of debt 7.6% 8.1%
Tax rate 14.6% 19.0%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.23 0.23
After-tax WACC 6.8% 8.2%

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: 7.5% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $60 (FY12-2024) to $142 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 2% to 1%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 2% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $134 $42M 84.8%
10-Year Growth $147 $46M 70.7%
5-Year EBITDA $79 $26M 75.9%
10-Year EBITDA $103 $33M 59.7%

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: 12.8%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 7.8%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.5%
  • Fair value: $75.99 (-39.2% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 8.6% (Low) to 6.9% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.5% (Low) to 4.5% (High)
  • Fair value range: $81 to $268
  • Selected fair value: $174.51 (39.6% 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 $19M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.2% - 6.8%
Enterprise Value $236M - $287M
Net Debt $4M
Equity Value $232M - $283M
Outstanding Shares 0M
Fair Value $820 - $997
Selected Fair Value $908.61

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $35M
Enterprise Value $39M
Trailing P/E 17.66
Forward P/E 31.69
Trailing EV/EBITDA 6.45
Current Dividend Yield 68.42%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -19.51%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.23

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% $44.12
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $33.38
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $15.20
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $26.18
Earnings Power Value 10% $90.86
Weighted Average 100% $209.74

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Christie Group plc's weighted average intrinsic value is $209.74, which is approximately 67.8% above the current market price of $125.00.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (2% to 1% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Conservative capital structure (Debt/Equity of 0.23)

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