What is TRD.L's Intrinsic value?

Triad Group PLC (TRD.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 22, 2025, Triad Group PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $22.58 to $219.89 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $212.56 -25.2%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $110.59 -61.1%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $95.78 -66.3%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $219.89 -22.6%
Earnings Power Value $22.58 -92.0%

Is Triad Group PLC (TRD.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $284.00, the stock appears to be significantly overvalued.

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 Triad Group 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 0.34 0.43
Cost of equity 6.0% 8.0%
Cost of debt 4.6% 6.4%
Tax rate 16.2% 23.5%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.01 0.01
After-tax WACC 6.0% 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: 7.0% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $14 (FY03-2024) to $20 (FY03-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from -7% to 9%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 0% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $111 $17M 93.7%
10-Year Growth $213 $35M 84.0%
5-Year EBITDA $52 $7M 84.3%
10-Year EBITDA $100 $15M 63.2%

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: 130.9%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 7.0%
  • Long-term growth rate: 4.0%
  • Fair value: $95.78 (-66.3% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 8.0% (Low) to 6.0% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.0% (Low) to 5.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $60 to $379
  • Selected fair value: $219.89 (-22.6% 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 $0M
Discount Rate (WACC) 7.9% - 6.0%
Enterprise Value $2M - $2M
Net Debt $(2)M
Equity Value $4M - $4M
Outstanding Shares 0M
Fair Value $21 - $24
Selected Fair Value $22.58

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $50M
Enterprise Value $48M
Trailing P/E 65.98
Forward P/E 65.98
Trailing EV/EBITDA 8.10
Current Dividend Yield 197.75%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 20.08%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.01

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% $63.77
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $27.65
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $19.16
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $32.98
Earnings Power Value 10% $2.26
Weighted Average 100% $145.81

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Triad Group PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $145.81, which is approximately 48.7% below the current market price of $284.00.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (-7% to 9% margin)
  • Conservative capital structure (Debt/Equity of 0.01)
  • Historical dividend growth of 20.08%

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