What is GTT.PA's Intrinsic value?

Gaztransport et Technigaz SA (GTT.PA) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 4, 2025, Gaztransport et Technigaz SA's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $59.57 to $250.67 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $250.67 +48.4%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $219.12 +29.7%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $102.30 -39.4%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $91.32 -45.9%
Earnings Power Value $59.57 -64.7%

Is Gaztransport et Technigaz SA (GTT.PA) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $168.90, 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 Gaztransport et Technigaz SA'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 3.0% 3.5%
Equity market risk premium 5.8% 6.8%
Adjusted beta 0.82 1.07
Cost of equity 7.8% 11.3%
Cost of debt 4.0% 4.5%
Tax rate 15.4% 15.9%
Debt/Equity ratio 0 0
After-tax WACC 7.8% 11.3%

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: 9.5% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $644 (FY12-2024) to $1,037 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 54% to 53%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 7% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $219 $8,105M 65.4%
10-Year Growth $251 $9,276M 45.3%
5-Year EBITDA $122 $4,504M 37.7%
10-Year EBITDA $174 $6,420M 21.0%

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: 65.8%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 9.5%
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5%
  • Fair value: $102.30 (-39.4% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 11.3% (Low) to 7.8% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $58 to $125
  • Selected fair value: $91.32 (-45.9% 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 $201M
Discount Rate (WACC) 11.3% - 7.8%
Enterprise Value $1,779M - $2,587M
Net Debt $(28)M
Equity Value $1,807M - $2,615M
Outstanding Shares 37M
Fair Value $49 - $70
Selected Fair Value $59.57

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $6270M
Enterprise Value $6241M
Trailing P/E 18.03
Forward P/E 17.49
Trailing EV/EBITDA 3.00
Current Dividend Yield 376.68%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 9.78%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.00

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% $75.20
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $54.78
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $20.46
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $13.70
Earnings Power Value 10% $5.96
Weighted Average 100% $170.10

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Gaztransport et Technigaz SA's weighted average intrinsic value is $170.10, which is approximately 0.7% above the current market price of $168.90.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (54% to 53% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Conservative capital structure (Debt/Equity of 0.00)
  • Historical dividend growth of 9.78%

Given these factors, we believe Gaztransport et Technigaz SA is currently fairly valued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.