What is RCI.B.TO's DCF valuation?

Rogers Communications Inc (RCI.B.TO) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 14, 2025, Rogers Communications Inc has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $67.86 per share. With the current market price at $37.56, this represents a potential upside of 80.7%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $61.39
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $67.86
Potential Upside (5-year) 63.4%
Potential Upside (10-year) 80.7%
Discount Rate (WACC) 4.2% - 6.3%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $20604 million in 12-2024 to $29582 million by 12-2034, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately 3.7%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2024 20604 7%
12-2025 21406 4%
12-2026 21822 2%
12-2027 22146 1%
12-2028 22774 3%
12-2029 23662 4%
12-2030 24135 2%
12-2031 24618 2%
12-2032 25407 3%
12-2033 27039 6%
12-2034 29582 9%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from 8% in 12-2024 to 8% by 12-2034, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2024 1734 8%
12-2025 1756 8%
12-2026 1790 8%
12-2027 1817 8%
12-2028 1868 8%
12-2029 1941 8%
12-2030 1980 8%
12-2031 2019 8%
12-2032 2084 8%
12-2033 2218 8%
12-2034 2427 8%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $3291 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 19% of revenue.

2. Depreciation & Amortization

Depreciation is based on an average useful life of 5 years for capital assets.

Fiscal Year D&A (USD millions)
12-2025 3651
12-2026 3933
12-2027 4172
12-2028 4257
12-2029 4357
12-2030 4463

3. Working Capital Requirements

Net working capital is expected to increase gradually, with projected changes affecting free cash flow.

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 100
Days Inventory 18
Days Payables 0

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
9M/2025 6192 480 3128 99 2486
2026 8628 652 4252 89 3635
2027 8936 662 4315 159 3800
2028 9157 681 4437 158 3881
2029 9448 707 4610 265 3865

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 4.2% - 6.3%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 0.0% - 1.0%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 8.2x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 61.39 63.4%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 67.86 80.7%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 52.10 38.7%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 68.69 82.9%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $79,700M
  • 10-Year Model: $83,183M

Investment Conclusion

Is Rogers Communications Inc (RCI.B.TO) a buy or a sell? Rogers Communications Inc is definitely a buy. Based on our DCF analysis, Rogers Communications Inc (RCI.B.TO) appears to be significantly undervalued with upside potential of 80.7%. The company's strong projected growth in revenue and profitability, coupled with consistent capital expenditure, supports our positive outlook on its intrinsic value.

Key investment drivers include:

  • Steady revenue growth (3.7% CAGR)

Investors should consider a strong buy at the current market price of $37.56.