What is G4M.L's Intrinsic value?

Gear4music Holdings PLC (G4M.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 27, 2025, Gear4music Holdings PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $47.40 to $156.35 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $156.35 +6.0%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $121.14 -17.9%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $47.40 -67.9%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $129.93 -11.9%
Earnings Power Value $66.89 -54.6%

Is Gear4music Holdings PLC (G4M.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $147.50, 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 Gear4music Holdings 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 0.4 0.48
Cost of equity 6.4% 8.3%
Cost of debt 5.5% 9.2%
Tax rate 15.0% 19.8%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.64 0.64
After-tax WACC 5.7% 8.0%

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: 6.8% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $144 (FY03-2024) to $205 (FY03-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 0% to 0%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 3% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $121 $51M 86.7%
10-Year Growth $156 $59M 76.9%
5-Year EBITDA $70 $39M 82.8%
10-Year EBITDA $79 $41M 67.1%

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: 7.3%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.5%
  • Fair value: $47.40 (-67.9% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 8.3% (Low) to 6.4% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.5% (Low) to 4.5% (High)
  • Fair value range: $52 to $208
  • Selected fair value: $129.93 (-11.9% 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 $3M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.0% - 5.7%
Enterprise Value $32M - $45M
Net Debt $23M
Equity Value $9M - $21M
Outstanding Shares 0M
Fair Value $39 - $94
Selected Fair Value $66.89

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $34M
Enterprise Value $57M
Trailing P/E 34.18
Forward P/E 62.48
Trailing EV/EBITDA 5.05
Current Dividend Yield 62.96%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 0.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.64

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% $46.91
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $30.28
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $9.48
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $19.49
Earnings Power Value 10% $6.69
Weighted Average 100% $112.85

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Gear4music Holdings PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $112.85, which is approximately 23.5% below the current market price of $147.50.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (0% to 0% margin)

Given these factors, we believe Gear4music Holdings PLC is currently significantly overvalued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.