What is WYNN's Intrinsic value?

Wynn Resorts Ltd (WYNN) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 28, 2025, Wynn Resorts Ltd's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $57.83 to $130.01 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $126.43 +36.6%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $101.67 +9.9%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $72.89 -21.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $57.83 -37.5%
Earnings Power Value $130.01 +40.5%

Is Wynn Resorts Ltd (WYNN) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $92.54, the stock appears to be fairly valued.

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 Wynn Resorts Ltd'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 3.9% 4.4%
Equity market risk premium 4.6% 5.6%
Adjusted beta 0.77 0.85
Cost of equity 7.4% 9.6%
Cost of debt 5.2% 9.1%
Tax rate 1.0% 13.6%
Debt/Equity ratio 1.11 1.11
After-tax WACC 6.2% 8.7%

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 $7,128 (FY12-2024) to $9,744 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 9% to 9%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 9% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $102 $19,278M 78.0%
10-Year Growth $126 $21,906M 61.7%
5-Year EBITDA $73 $16,226M 73.8%
10-Year EBITDA $99 $19,044M 55.9%

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: 32.2%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 8.5%
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0%
  • Fair value: $72.89 (-21.2% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 9.6% (Low) to 7.4% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 1.0% (Low) to 3.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $33 to $83
  • Selected fair value: $57.83 (-37.5% 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 $1,616M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.7% - 6.2%
Enterprise Value $18,592M - $25,980M
Net Debt $8,483M
Equity Value $10,109M - $17,497M
Outstanding Shares 106M
Fair Value $95 - $165
Selected Fair Value $130.01

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $9825M
Enterprise Value $18308M
Trailing P/E 22.87
Forward P/E 16.96
Trailing EV/EBITDA 9.15
Current Dividend Yield 144.09%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 6.42%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 1.11

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% $37.93
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $25.42
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $14.58
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $8.68
Earnings Power Value 10% $13.00
Weighted Average 100% $99.60

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Wynn Resorts Ltd's weighted average intrinsic value is $99.60, which is approximately 7.6% above the current market price of $92.54.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (9% to 9% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 6.42%

Given these factors, we believe Wynn Resorts Ltd is currently fairly valued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.