What is VEN.L's Intrinsic value?

Ventus VCT PLC (VEN.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 8, 2025, Ventus VCT PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $121.40 to $337.48 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $337.48 +319.2%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $282.82 +251.3%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $164.06 +103.8%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $174.72 +117.0%
Earnings Power Value $121.40 +50.8%

Is Ventus VCT PLC (VEN.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $80.50, 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 Ventus VCT 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 2.9% 3.4%
Equity market risk premium 5.3% 6.3%
Adjusted beta 1.18 1.38
Cost of equity 9.2% 12.7%
Cost of debt 5.0% 5.0%
Tax rate 19.0% 19.0%
Debt/Equity ratio 1 1
After-tax WACC 6.6% 8.4%

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: 7.5% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $8 (FY02-2021) to $15 (FY02-2031)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 77% to 62%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 0% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $283 $92M 74.8%
10-Year Growth $337 $109M 56.4%
5-Year EBITDA $193 $62M 62.8%
10-Year EBITDA $258 $83M 42.8%

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: 71.8%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 11.0%
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5%
  • Fair value: $164.06 (103.8% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 12.7% (Low) to 9.2% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $117 to $232
  • Selected fair value: $174.72 (117.0% 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 $3M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.4% - 6.6%
Enterprise Value $34M - $43M
Net Debt $(1)M
Equity Value $35M - $44M
Outstanding Shares 0M
Fair Value $108 - $135
Selected Fair Value $121.40

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $26M
Enterprise Value $26M
Trailing P/E 3.78
Forward P/E 4.69
Trailing EV/EBITDA 6.60
Current Dividend Yield 1896.60%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -10.41%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.97

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% $101.24
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $70.70
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $32.81
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $26.21
Earnings Power Value 10% $12.14
Weighted Average 100% $243.11

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Ventus VCT PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $243.11, which is approximately 202.0% above the current market price of $80.50.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (77% to 62% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

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