What is SOP.PA's Intrinsic value?

Sopra Steria Group SA (SOP.PA) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 18, 2025, Sopra Steria Group SA's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $145.91 to $371.54 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $266.42 +28.7%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $229.58 +10.9%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $167.67 -19.0%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $145.91 -29.5%
Earnings Power Value $371.54 +79.5%

Is Sopra Steria Group SA (SOP.PA) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $207.00, the stock appears to be moderately 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 Sopra Steria Group SA'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 3.0% 3.5%
Equity market risk premium 5.8% 6.8%
Adjusted beta 0.91 1.03
Cost of equity 8.3% 11.0%
Cost of debt 4.0% 4.5%
Tax rate 28.1% 31.6%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.3 0.3
After-tax WACC 7.1% 9.2%

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: 8.1% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $5,777 (FY12-2024) to $9,981 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 6% to 5%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 1% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $230 $5,527M 75.0%
10-Year Growth $266 $6,284M 58.1%
5-Year EBITDA $180 $4,514M 69.3%
10-Year EBITDA $224 $5,421M 51.5%

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: 37.4%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 9.7%
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0%
  • Fair value: $167.67 (-19.0% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 11.0% (Low) to 8.3% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 1.0% (Low) to 3.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $85 to $207
  • Selected fair value: $145.91 (-29.5% 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 $674M
Discount Rate (WACC) 9.2% - 7.1%
Enterprise Value $7,328M - $9,560M
Net Debt $809M
Equity Value $6,519M - $8,751M
Outstanding Shares 21M
Fair Value $317 - $426
Selected Fair Value $371.54

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $4254M
Enterprise Value $5063M
Trailing P/E 16.95
Forward P/E 13.90
Trailing EV/EBITDA 6.70
Current Dividend Yield 229.85%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 20.50%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.30

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% $79.93
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $57.40
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $33.53
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $21.89
Earnings Power Value 10% $37.15
Weighted Average 100% $229.90

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Sopra Steria Group SA's weighted average intrinsic value is $229.90, which is approximately 11.1% above the current market price of $207.00.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (6% to 5% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 20.50%

Given these factors, we believe Sopra Steria Group SA is currently moderately undervalued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.