What is RWI.L's Intrinsic value?

Renewi PLC (RWI.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 19, 2025, Renewi PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $510.48 to $2141.04 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $1095.08 +26.2%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $1251.17 +44.1%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $510.48 -41.2%
Earnings Power Value $2141.04 +146.7%

Is Renewi PLC (RWI.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $868.00, 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 Renewi PLC'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 4.0% 4.5%
Equity market risk premium 6.0% 7.0%
Adjusted beta 0.57 0.93
Cost of equity 7.4% 11.5%
Cost of debt 5.0% 5.0%
Tax rate 23.4% 25.0%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.85 0.85
After-tax WACC 5.8% 7.9%

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: 6.8% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $1,689 (FY03-2024) to $2,000 (FY03-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 3% to 3%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 5% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $1,470 $1,772M 83.4%
10-Year Growth $1,286 $1,625M 67.6%
5-Year EBITDA $517 $1,008M 70.9%
10-Year EBITDA $630 $1,099M 52.2%

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: 0.0%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 9.4%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.0%
  • Fair value: $510.48 (-41.2% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 11.5% (Low) to 7.4% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0% (Low) to 4.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $(545) to $(1,962)
  • Selected fair value: $-1067.22 (-223.0% 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 $174M
Discount Rate (WACC) 7.9% - 5.8%
Enterprise Value $2,194M - $3,025M
Net Debt $594M
Equity Value $1,600M - $2,430M
Outstanding Shares 1M
Fair Value $1,996 - $3,034
Selected Fair Value $2141.04

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $695M
Enterprise Value $1202M
Trailing P/E 0.00
Forward P/E 19.37
Trailing EV/EBITDA 5.45
Current Dividend Yield 57.53%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 23.91%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.85

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) 35% $328.52
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 29% $312.79
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 24% $102.10
Earnings Power Value 12% $214.10
Weighted Average 100% $1126.49

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Renewi PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $1126.49, which is approximately 29.8% above the current market price of $868.00.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (3% to 3% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 23.91%

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