What is GLGI's Intrinsic value?

Greystone Logistics Inc (GLGI) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 27, 2025, Greystone Logistics Inc's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $1.54 to $2.90 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $2.90 +123.2%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $2.75 +111.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $1.79 +38.1%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $1.54 +18.5%
Earnings Power Value $1.83 +40.6%

Is Greystone Logistics Inc (GLGI) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $1.30, 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 Greystone Logistics Inc'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 3.9% 4.4%
Equity market risk premium 4.6% 5.6%
Adjusted beta 0.34 0.92
Cost of equity 5.4% 10.0%
Cost of debt 5.8% 7.0%
Tax rate 14.4% 21.3%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.37 0.37
After-tax WACC 5.3% 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: 7.0% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $62 (FY05-2024) to $65 (FY05-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 8% to 8%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 8% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $3 $84M 74.7%
10-Year Growth $3 $88M 55.1%
5-Year EBITDA $2 $63M 66.3%
10-Year EBITDA $2 $73M 45.7%

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: 21.6%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 7.7%
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5%
  • Fair value: $1.79 (38.1% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 10.0% (Low) to 5.4% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $1 to $2
  • Selected fair value: $1.54 (18.5% 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 $4M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.8% - 5.3%
Enterprise Value $44M - $73M
Net Debt $8M
Equity Value $36M - $65M
Outstanding Shares 28M
Fair Value $1 - $2
Selected Fair Value $1.83

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $36M
Enterprise Value $44M
Trailing P/E 11.56
Forward P/E 8.61
Trailing EV/EBITDA 5.05
Current Dividend Yield 186.89%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 14.02%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.37

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% $0.87
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $0.69
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $0.36
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $0.23
Earnings Power Value 10% $0.18
Weighted Average 100% $2.33

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Greystone Logistics Inc's weighted average intrinsic value is $2.33, which is approximately 79.2% above the current market price of $1.30.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (8% to 8% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 14.02%

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