What is HAIN's Intrinsic value?

Hain Celestial Group Inc (HAIN) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 23, 2025, Hain Celestial Group Inc's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $3.67 to $16.67 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $16.67 +768.1%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $11.93 +521.4%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $3.67 +91.2%
Earnings Power Value $11.87 +518.0%

Is Hain Celestial Group Inc (HAIN) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $1.92, 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 Hain Celestial Group 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 0.31 0.5
Cost of equity 5.3% 7.7%
Cost of debt 4.3% 9.1%
Tax rate 15.4% 19.8%
Debt/Equity ratio 4.19 4.19
After-tax WACC 4.0% 7.4%

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: 5.7% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $1,736 (FY06-2024) to $1,947 (FY06-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from -4% to 2%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 2% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $12 $1,749M 88.0%
10-Year Growth $17 $2,177M 75.3%
5-Year EBITDA $5 $1,121M 81.2%
10-Year EBITDA $9 $1,485M 63.8%

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: 6.5%
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0%
  • Fair value: $3.67 (91.2% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 7.7% (Low) to 5.3% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 1.0% (Low) to 3.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $(20) to $(76)
  • Selected fair value: $-48.41 (-2621.5% 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 $90M
Discount Rate (WACC) 7.4% - 4.0%
Enterprise Value $1,224M - $2,263M
Net Debt $672M
Equity Value $552M - $1,590M
Outstanding Shares 90M
Fair Value $6 - $18
Selected Fair Value $11.87

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $173M
Enterprise Value $846M
Trailing P/E 0.00
Forward P/E 0.00
Trailing EV/EBITDA 9.85
Current Dividend Yield 0.00%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 0.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 4.19

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) 35% $5.00
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 29% $2.98
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 24% $0.73
Earnings Power Value 12% $1.19
Weighted Average 100% $11.65

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Hain Celestial Group Inc's weighted average intrinsic value is $11.65, which is approximately 506.8% above the current market price of $1.92.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (-4% to 2% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

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