What is KDP's Intrinsic value?

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 14, 2025, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $21.65 to $48.55 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $48.55 +47.0%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $40.21 +21.8%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $26.99 -18.3%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $21.65 -34.4%
Earnings Power Value $22.28 -32.5%

Is Keurig Dr Pepper Inc (KDP) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $33.02, 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 Keurig Dr Pepper 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 0.49 0.54
Cost of equity 6.1% 7.9%
Cost of debt 4.0% 4.9%
Tax rate 21.9% 22.8%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.37 0.37
After-tax WACC 5.3% 6.8%

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: 6.1% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $15,351 (FY12-2024) to $24,032 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 9% to 13%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 4% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $40 $70,736M 82.8%
10-Year Growth $49 $82,064M 69.8%
5-Year EBITDA $28 $53,555M 77.3%
10-Year EBITDA $36 $64,629M 61.6%

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: 80.3%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 7.0%
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0%
  • Fair value: $26.99 (-18.3% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 7.9% (Low) to 6.1% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 1.0% (Low) to 3.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $11 to $32
  • Selected fair value: $21.65 (-34.4% 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 $2,767M
Discount Rate (WACC) 6.8% - 5.3%
Enterprise Value $40,616M - $52,140M
Net Debt $16,123M
Equity Value $24,493M - $36,017M
Outstanding Shares 1,358M
Fair Value $18 - $27
Selected Fair Value $22.28

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $44847M
Enterprise Value $60970M
Trailing P/E 29.82
Forward P/E 26.98
Trailing EV/EBITDA 12.35
Current Dividend Yield 269.13%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 9.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.37

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% $14.57
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $10.05
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $5.40
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $3.25
Earnings Power Value 10% $2.23
Weighted Average 100% $35.49

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc's weighted average intrinsic value is $35.49, which is approximately 7.5% above the current market price of $33.02.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (9% to 13% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 9.00%

Given these factors, we believe Keurig Dr Pepper Inc is currently fairly valued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.