What is JUN3.DE's Intrinsic value?

Jungheinrich AG (JUN3.DE) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 27, 2025, Jungheinrich AG's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $18.41 to $48.68 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $25.71 -27.1%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $18.41 -47.8%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $29.45 -16.5%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $31.26 -11.3%
Earnings Power Value $48.68 +38.1%

Is Jungheinrich AG (JUN3.DE) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $35.26, the stock appears to be significantly overvalued.

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 Jungheinrich AG'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 2.8% 3.3%
Equity market risk premium 5.1% 6.1%
Adjusted beta 1.08 1.23
Cost of equity 8.3% 11.3%
Cost of debt 5.0% 5.0%
Tax rate 24.0% 25.4%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.74 0.74
After-tax WACC 6.4% 8.1%

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: 7.2% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $4,763 (FY12-2022) to $7,727 (FY12-2032)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 6% to 6%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 3% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $18 $4,151M 74.8%
10-Year Growth $26 $4,899M 61.8%
5-Year EBITDA $15 $3,826M 72.7%
10-Year EBITDA $22 $4,504M 58.4%

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: 50.7%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 9.8%
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0%
  • Fair value: $29.45 (-16.5% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 11.3% (Low) to 8.3% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 1.0% (Low) to 3.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $18 to $45
  • Selected fair value: $31.26 (-11.3% 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 $517M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.1% - 6.4%
Enterprise Value $6,414M - $8,088M
Net Debt $2,266M
Equity Value $4,149M - $5,822M
Outstanding Shares 102M
Fair Value $41 - $57
Selected Fair Value $48.68

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $3611M
Enterprise Value $5877M
Trailing P/E 13.42
Forward P/E 13.17
Trailing EV/EBITDA 7.05
Current Dividend Yield 386.11%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 8.14%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.74

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% $7.71
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $4.60
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $5.89
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $4.69
Earnings Power Value 10% $4.87
Weighted Average 100% $27.76

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Jungheinrich AG's weighted average intrinsic value is $27.76, which is approximately 21.3% below the current market price of $35.26.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (6% to 6% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 8.14%

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