What is DLG.DE's Intrinsic value?

Dialog Semiconductor PLC (DLG.DE) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 28, 2025, Dialog Semiconductor PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $28.39 to $61.50 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $48.74 -27.7%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $39.43 -41.5%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $35.68 -47.1%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $28.39 -57.9%
Earnings Power Value $61.50 -8.8%

Is Dialog Semiconductor PLC (DLG.DE) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $67.42, the stock appears to be significantly overvalued.

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 Dialog Semiconductor 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 1.5% 2.0%
Equity market risk premium 4.2% 5.2%
Adjusted beta 1.17 1.22
Cost of equity 6.5% 8.9%
Cost of debt 4.0% 4.5%
Tax rate 19.6% 24.1%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.01 0.01
After-tax WACC 6.4% 8.8%

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: 7.6% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $1,376 (FY12-2020) to $2,436 (FY12-2030)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 6% to 10%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 4% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $39 $2,810M 82.7%
10-Year Growth $49 $3,474M 68.7%
5-Year EBITDA $21 $1,490M 67.4%
10-Year EBITDA $29 $2,095M 48.0%

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: 7.7%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.0%
  • Fair value: $35.68 (-47.1% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 8.9% (Low) to 6.5% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0% (Low) to 4.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $12 to $44
  • Selected fair value: $28.39 (-57.9% 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 $326M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.8% - 6.4%
Enterprise Value $3,690M - $5,077M
Net Debt $0M
Equity Value $3,689M - $5,077M
Outstanding Shares 71M
Fair Value $52 - $71
Selected Fair Value $61.50

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $4805M
Enterprise Value $4805M
Trailing P/E 55.65
Forward P/E 45.37
Trailing EV/EBITDA 5.25
Current Dividend Yield 0.00%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 0.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.01

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% $14.62
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $9.86
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $7.14
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $4.26
Earnings Power Value 10% $6.15
Weighted Average 100% $42.02

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Dialog Semiconductor PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $42.02, which is approximately 37.7% below the current market price of $67.42.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (6% to 10% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Conservative capital structure (Debt/Equity of 0.01)

Given these factors, we believe Dialog Semiconductor PLC is currently significantly overvalued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.