What is OBS.DE's Intrinsic value?

Orbis AG (OBS.DE) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 13, 2025, Orbis AG's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $5.76 to $26.54 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $12.98 +75.4%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $5.76 -22.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $16.57 +123.9%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $26.54 +258.6%
Earnings Power Value $16.16 +118.4%

Is Orbis AG (OBS.DE) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $7.40, the stock appears to be significantly undervalued.

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 Orbis 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 0.49 0.56
Cost of equity 5.3% 7.2%
Cost of debt 5.0% 5.0%
Tax rate 28.0% 29.9%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.13 0.13
After-tax WACC 5.1% 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: 5.9% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $132 (FY12-2024) to $285 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 4% to 3%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 2% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $6 $47M 89.4%
10-Year Growth $13 $118M 86.1%
5-Year EBITDA $6 $50M 90.0%
10-Year EBITDA $8 $65M 74.7%

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: 23.7%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 6.2%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.5%
  • Fair value: $16.57 (123.9% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 7.2% (Low) to 5.3% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.5% (Low) to 4.5% (High)
  • Fair value range: $6 to $47
  • Selected fair value: $26.54 (258.6% 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 $9M
Discount Rate (WACC) 6.8% - 5.1%
Enterprise Value $128M - $170M
Net Debt $(9)M
Equity Value $137M - $179M
Outstanding Shares 10M
Fair Value $14 - $18
Selected Fair Value $16.16

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $72M
Enterprise Value $63M
Trailing P/E 18.08
Forward P/E 16.32
Trailing EV/EBITDA 5.90
Current Dividend Yield 132.78%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -9.03%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.13

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% $3.89
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $1.44
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $3.31
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $3.98
Earnings Power Value 10% $1.62
Weighted Average 100% $14.24

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Orbis AG's weighted average intrinsic value is $14.24, which is approximately 92.5% above the current market price of $7.40.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (4% to 3% margin)
  • Conservative capital structure (Debt/Equity of 0.13)

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