What is RPS.L's DCF valuation?

RPS Group PLC (RPS.L) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 14, 2025, RPS Group PLC has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $284.97 per share. With the current market price at $221.00, this represents a potential upside of 28.9%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $247.60
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $284.97
Potential Upside (5-year) 12.0%
Potential Upside (10-year) 28.9%
Discount Rate (WACC) 6.5% - 8.4%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $476 million in 12-2021 to $757 million by 12-2031, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately 4.7%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2021 476 4%
12-2022 523 10%
12-2023 544 4%
12-2024 563 3%
12-2025 578 3%
12-2026 605 5%
12-2027 640 6%
12-2028 658 3%
12-2029 681 4%
12-2030 727 7%
12-2031 757 4%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from 1% in 12-2021 to 6% by 12-2031, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2021 6 1%
12-2022 16 3%
12-2023 21 4%
12-2024 26 5%
12-2025 32 5%
12-2026 38 6%
12-2027 40 6%
12-2028 41 6%
12-2029 43 6%
12-2030 46 6%
12-2031 48 6%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $12 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 2% 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)
12-2022 13
12-2023 13
12-2024 11
12-2025 12
12-2026 13
12-2027 13

3. Working Capital Requirements

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

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 93
Days Inventory 0
Days Payables 11

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
6M/2022 19 2 6 12 (1)
2023 45 5 12 3 25
2024 50 6 13 2 29
2025 58 7 13 7 31
2026 67 9 14 6 38

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 6.5% - 8.4%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 2.5% - 4.5%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 6.6x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 247.60 12.0%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 284.97 28.9%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 117.24 -47.0%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 161.52 -26.9%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $724M
  • 10-Year Model: $823M

Investment Conclusion

Is RPS Group PLC (RPS.L) a buy or a sell? RPS Group PLC is definitely a buy. Based on our DCF analysis, RPS Group PLC (RPS.L) appears to be significantly undervalued with upside potential of 28.9%. 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:

  • Expanding profit margins (from 1% to 6%)
  • Steady revenue growth (4.7% CAGR)

Investors should consider a strong buy at the current market price of $221.00.