What is NOBINA.ST's Intrinsic value?

Nobina AB (publ) (NOBINA.ST) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 22, 2025, Nobina AB (publ)'s estimated intrinsic value ranges from $70.42 to $260.01 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $109.98 +2.0%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $108.56 +0.7%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $70.42 -34.7%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $99.98 -7.3%
Earnings Power Value $260.01 +141.2%

Is Nobina AB (publ) (NOBINA.ST) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $107.80, 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 Nobina AB (publ)'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 0.6% 1.1%
Equity market risk premium 5.2% 6.2%
Adjusted beta 0.87 1.05
Cost of equity 5.2% 8.2%
Cost of debt 4.0% 4.5%
Tax rate 22.7% 23.5%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.93 0.93
After-tax WACC 4.2% 5.9%

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: 5.0% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $10,787 (FY02-2021) to $19,078 (FY02-2031)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 4% to 4%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 9% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $109 $14,358M 80.2%
10-Year Growth $110 $14,480M 64.6%
5-Year EBITDA $33 $7,852M 63.9%
10-Year EBITDA $58 $10,012M 48.8%

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: 6.7%
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5%
  • Fair value: $70.42 (-34.7% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 8.2% (Low) to 5.2% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $57 to $143
  • Selected fair value: $99.98 (-7.3% 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 $1,337M
Discount Rate (WACC) 5.9% - 4.2%
Enterprise Value $22,707M - $32,119M
Net Debt $5,000M
Equity Value $17,707M - $27,119M
Outstanding Shares 86M
Fair Value $205 - $315
Selected Fair Value $260.01

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $9306M
Enterprise Value $11810M
Trailing P/E 11.93
Forward P/E 15.34
Trailing EV/EBITDA 3.05
Current Dividend Yield 348.11%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 4.02%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.93

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% $32.99
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $27.14
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $14.08
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $15.00
Earnings Power Value 10% $26.00
Weighted Average 100% $115.22

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Nobina AB (publ)'s weighted average intrinsic value is $115.22, which is approximately 6.9% above the current market price of $107.80.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (4% to 4% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 4.02%

Given these factors, we believe Nobina AB (publ) is currently fairly valued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.