What is MCEM's Intrinsic value?

Monarch Cement Co (MCEM) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 6, 2025, Monarch Cement Co's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $154.56 to $318.36 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $318.36 +28.6%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $296.10 +19.6%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $154.56 -37.6%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $156.22 -36.9%
Earnings Power Value $193.45 -21.8%

Is Monarch Cement Co (MCEM) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $247.50, 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 Monarch Cement Co'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 1.25 1.66
Cost of equity 9.6% 14.2%
Cost of debt 4.5% 4.5%
Tax rate 20.6% 21.7%
Debt/Equity ratio 1 1
After-tax WACC 6.6% 8.8%

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: 7.7% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $268 (FY12-2024) to $309 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 24% to 26%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 14% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $296 $713M 69.2%
10-Year Growth $318 $770M 50.5%
5-Year EBITDA $323 $782M 71.9%
10-Year EBITDA $349 $850M 55.2%

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: 33.4%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 11.9%
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5%
  • Fair value: $154.56 (-37.6% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 14.2% (Low) to 9.6% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $100 to $212
  • Selected fair value: $156.22 (-36.9% 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 $34M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.8% - 6.6%
Enterprise Value $384M - $516M
Net Debt $(46)M
Equity Value $430M - $562M
Outstanding Shares 3M
Fair Value $168 - $219
Selected Fair Value $193.45

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $634M
Enterprise Value $588M
Trailing P/E 12.17
Forward P/E 11.94
Trailing EV/EBITDA 7.85
Current Dividend Yield 284.22%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 21.99%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 1.07

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% $95.51
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $74.03
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $30.91
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $23.43
Earnings Power Value 10% $19.34
Weighted Average 100% $243.22

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Monarch Cement Co's weighted average intrinsic value is $243.22, which is approximately 1.7% below the current market price of $247.50.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (24% to 26% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 21.99%

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