What is GFRD.L's Intrinsic value?

Galliford Try Holdings PLC (GFRD.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 23, 2025, Galliford Try Holdings PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $436.83 to $767.81 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $470.53 +12.3%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $436.83 +4.3%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $444.45 +6.1%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $767.81 +83.2%
Earnings Power Value $549.25 +31.1%

Is Galliford Try Holdings PLC (GFRD.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $419.00, 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 Galliford Try 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 0.52 0.69
Cost of equity 7.1% 9.8%
Cost of debt 4.6% 7.2%
Tax rate 9.4% 12.6%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.13 0.13
After-tax WACC 6.8% 9.4%

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: 8.1% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $1,773 (FY06-2024) to $2,756 (FY06-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 2% to 2%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 0% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $437 $279M 73.3%
10-Year Growth $471 $312M 59.2%
5-Year EBITDA $314 $157M 52.4%
10-Year EBITDA $357 $200M 36.1%

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: 39.5%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 8.5%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.0%
  • Fair value: $444.45 (6.1% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 9.8% (Low) to 7.1% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0% (Low) to 4.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $364 to $1,171
  • Selected fair value: $767.81 (83.2% 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 $31M
Discount Rate (WACC) 9.4% - 6.8%
Enterprise Value $327M - $454M
Net Debt $(156)M
Equity Value $483M - $609M
Outstanding Shares 1M
Fair Value $486 - $613
Selected Fair Value $549.25

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $416M
Enterprise Value $261M
Trailing P/E 10.33
Forward P/E 14.32
Trailing EV/EBITDA 3.55
Current Dividend Yield 392.53%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -11.19%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.13

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% $141.16
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $109.21
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $88.89
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $115.17
Earnings Power Value 10% $54.92
Weighted Average 100% $509.35

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Galliford Try Holdings PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $509.35, which is approximately 21.6% above the current market price of $419.00.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (2% to 2% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Conservative capital structure (Debt/Equity of 0.13)

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