What is ECMPA.AS's Intrinsic value?

Eurocommercial Properties NV (ECMPA.AS) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 18, 2025, Eurocommercial Properties NV's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $5.26 to $62.12 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $44.79 +78.1%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $37.37 +48.6%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $51.41 +104.4%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $62.12 +147.0%
Earnings Power Value $5.26 -79.1%

Is Eurocommercial Properties NV (ECMPA.AS) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $25.15, 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 Eurocommercial Properties NV'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 2.6% 3.1%
Equity market risk premium 5.1% 6.1%
Adjusted beta 0.6 0.67
Cost of equity 5.6% 7.6%
Cost of debt 4.0% 4.5%
Tax rate 19.4% 32.8%
Debt/Equity ratio 1.12 1.12
After-tax WACC 4.4% 5.2%

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: 4.8% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $263 (FY12-2024) to $377 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 67% to 65%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 16% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $37 $3,600M 84.1%
10-Year Growth $45 $4,007M 71.2%
5-Year EBITDA $21 $2,693M 78.7%
10-Year EBITDA $29 $3,144M 63.3%

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: 33.1%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 6.6%
  • Long-term growth rate: 1.0%
  • Fair value: $51.41 (104.4% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 7.6% (Low) to 5.6% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5% (Low) to 1.5% (High)
  • Fair value range: $39 to $86
  • Selected fair value: $62.12 (147.0% 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 $87M
Discount Rate (WACC) 5.2% - 4.4%
Enterprise Value $1,678M - $1,996M
Net Debt $1,548M
Equity Value $130M - $448M
Outstanding Shares 55M
Fair Value $2 - $8
Selected Fair Value $5.26

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $1381M
Enterprise Value $2929M
Trailing P/E 6.39
Forward P/E 7.52
Trailing EV/EBITDA 10.90
Current Dividend Yield 512.38%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -6.69%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 1.12

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% $13.44
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $9.34
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $10.28
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $9.32
Earnings Power Value 10% $0.53
Weighted Average 100% $42.91

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Eurocommercial Properties NV's weighted average intrinsic value is $42.91, which is approximately 70.6% above the current market price of $25.15.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (67% to 65% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

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