What is HAVI.OL's Intrinsic value?

Havila Shipping ASA (HAVI.OL) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of October 15, 2025, Havila Shipping ASA's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $1.32 to $26.01 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $1.85 +59.3%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $1.32 +13.4%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $1.53 +32.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $2.56 +121.0%
Earnings Power Value $26.01 +2142.1%

Is Havila Shipping ASA (HAVI.OL) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $1.16, 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 Havila Shipping ASA'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 3.3% 3.8%
Equity market risk premium 5.1% 6.1%
Adjusted beta 0.79 1.08
Cost of equity 7.4% 10.9%
Cost of debt 4.1% 7.0%
Tax rate 0.2% 0.3%
Debt/Equity ratio 3.01 3.01
After-tax WACC 4.9% 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: 6.4% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $551 (FY12-2024) to $936 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 2% to 5%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 0% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $1 $1,255M 89.9%
10-Year Growth $2 $1,401M 79.7%
5-Year EBITDA $(1,234) $240M 47.2%
10-Year EBITDA $(1,234) $395M 28.1%

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: 9.2%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.8%
  • Fair value: $1.53 (32.2% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 10.9% (Low) to 7.4% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.0% (Low) to 4.7% (High)
  • Fair value range: $1 to $4
  • Selected fair value: $2.56 (121.0% 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 $489M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.0% - 4.9%
Enterprise Value $6,141M - $9,958M
Net Debt $893M
Equity Value $5,248M - $9,065M
Outstanding Shares 275M
Fair Value $19 - $33
Selected Fair Value $26.01

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $319M
Enterprise Value $1212M
Trailing P/E 9.48
Forward P/E 17.67
Trailing EV/EBITDA 4.00
Current Dividend Yield 62.96%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 0.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 3.01

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% $0.55
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $0.33
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $0.31
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $0.38
Earnings Power Value 10% $2.60
Weighted Average 100% $4.18

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Havila Shipping ASA's intrinsic value is $4.18, which is approximately 259.9% above the current market price of $1.16.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (2% to 5% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

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