What is HDI.TO's DCF valuation?

Hardwoods Distribution Inc (HDI.TO) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of December 15, 2025, Hardwoods Distribution Inc has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $49.19 per share. With the current market price at $29.57, this represents a potential upside of 66.3%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $50.15
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $49.19
Potential Upside (5-year) 69.6%
Potential Upside (10-year) 66.3%
Discount Rate (WACC) 7.1% - 9.2%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $2580 million in 12-2022 to $2470 million by 12-2032, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately -0.4%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2022 2580 60%
12-2023 1988 -23%
12-2024 2028 2%
12-2025 2068 2%
12-2026 2141 4%
12-2027 2186 2%
12-2028 2230 2%
12-2029 2312 4%
12-2030 2365 2%
12-2031 2412 2%
12-2032 2470 2%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from 5% in 12-2022 to 5% by 12-2032, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2022 129 5%
12-2023 94 5%
12-2024 96 5%
12-2025 98 5%
12-2026 101 5%
12-2027 103 5%
12-2028 105 5%
12-2029 109 5%
12-2030 112 5%
12-2031 114 5%
12-2032 117 5%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $5 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 0% of revenue.

2. Depreciation & Amortization

Depreciation is based on an average useful life of 5 years for capital assets.

Fiscal Year D&A (USD millions)
12-2023 6
12-2024 7
12-2025 8
12-2026 8
12-2027 8
12-2028 8

3. Working Capital Requirements

Net working capital is expected to increase gradually, with projected changes affecting free cash flow.

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 32
Days Inventory 103
Days Payables 0

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
2023 158 31 7 (47) 166
2024 162 32 7 33 89
2025 166 33 8 (38) 163
2026 171 34 8 49 81
2027 174 35 8 13 119

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 7.1% - 9.2%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 1.0% - 3.0%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 6.5x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 50.15 69.6%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 49.19 66.3%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 23.63 -20.1%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 31.17 5.4%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $1,875M
  • 10-Year Model: $1,852M

Investment Conclusion

Is Hardwoods Distribution Inc (HDI.TO) a buy or a sell? Hardwoods Distribution Inc is definitely a buy. Based on our DCF analysis, Hardwoods Distribution Inc (HDI.TO) appears to be significantly undervalued with upside potential of 66.3%.

Investors should consider a strong buy at the current market price of $29.57.