What is FSTA.L's Intrinsic value?

Fuller Smith & Turner PLC (FSTA.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 12, 2025, Fuller Smith & Turner PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $248.96 to $1015.86 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $745.75 +21.5%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $486.95 -20.7%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $248.96 -59.5%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $555.34 -9.6%
Earnings Power Value $1015.86 +65.4%

Is Fuller Smith & Turner PLC (FSTA.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $614.00, 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 Fuller Smith & Turner 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 0.71 0.8
Cost of equity 8.2% 10.6%
Cost of debt 4.0% 5.2%
Tax rate 31.4% 37.4%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.63 0.63
After-tax WACC 6.1% 7.8%

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: 6.9% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $359 (FY03-2024) to $648 (FY03-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 3% to 3%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 13% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $487 $460M 86.0%
10-Year Growth $746 $599M 73.6%
5-Year EBITDA $501 $468M 86.3%
10-Year EBITDA $684 $566M 72.0%

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: 52.0%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 9.4%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.0%
  • Fair value: $248.96 (-59.5% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 10.6% (Low) to 8.2% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0% (Low) to 4.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $307 to $803
  • Selected fair value: $555.34 (-9.6% 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 $51M
Discount Rate (WACC) 7.8% - 6.1%
Enterprise Value $655M - $832M
Net Debt $199M
Equity Value $456M - $633M
Outstanding Shares 1M
Fair Value $851 - $1,181
Selected Fair Value $1015.86

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $329M
Enterprise Value $528M
Trailing P/E 16.30
Forward P/E 34.90
Trailing EV/EBITDA 6.55
Current Dividend Yield 310.85%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -40.50%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.63

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% $223.72
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $121.74
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $49.79
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $83.30
Earnings Power Value 10% $101.59
Weighted Average 100% $580.14

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Fuller Smith & Turner PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $580.14, which is approximately 5.5% below the current market price of $614.00.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (3% to 3% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

Given these factors, we believe Fuller Smith & Turner PLC is currently fairly valued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.