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TMX Group Ltd (X.TO) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 21, 2025, TMX Group Ltd has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $73.11 per share. With the current market price at $56.67, this represents a potential upside of 29.0%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $66.84
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $73.11
Potential Upside (5-year) 18.0%
Potential Upside (10-year) 29.0%
Discount Rate (WACC) 5.1% - 6.9%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $2973 million in 12-2024 to $2402 million by 12-2034, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately -2.1%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2024 2973 3%
12-2025 1686 -43%
12-2026 1789 6%
12-2027 1933 8%
12-2028 1986 3%
12-2029 2077 5%
12-2030 2142 3%
12-2031 2224 4%
12-2032 2309 4%
12-2033 2355 2%
12-2034 2402 2%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from 18% in 12-2024 to 27% by 12-2034, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2024 527 18%
12-2025 317 19%
12-2026 369 21%
12-2027 432 22%
12-2028 476 24%
12-2029 530 26%
12-2030 553 26%
12-2031 581 26%
12-2032 610 26%
12-2033 629 27%
12-2034 648 27%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $62 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 4% of revenue.

2. Depreciation & Amortization

Depreciation is based on an average useful life of 5 years for capital assets.

Fiscal Year D&A (USD millions)
12-2025 61
12-2026 65
12-2027 69
12-2028 71
12-2029 72
12-2030 75

3. Working Capital Requirements

Net working capital is expected to increase gradually, with projected changes affecting free cash flow.

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 20
Days Inventory 0
Days Payables 0

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
9M/2025 377 79 48 (49) 299
2026 576 123 68 (3) 388
2027 666 144 73 12 437
2028 728 159 75 3 492
2029 802 177 79 3 544

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 5.1% - 6.9%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 3.0% - 4.9%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 19.4x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 66.84 18.0%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 73.11 29.0%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 38.60 -31.9%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 44.64 -21.2%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $20,482M
  • 10-Year Model: $22,224M

Investment Conclusion

Is TMX Group Ltd (X.TO) a buy or a sell? TMX Group Ltd is definitely a buy. Based on our DCF analysis, TMX Group Ltd (X.TO) appears to be significantly undervalued with upside potential of 29.0%. The company's strong projected growth in revenue and profitability, coupled with consistent capital expenditure, supports our positive outlook on its intrinsic value.

Key investment drivers include:

  • Expanding profit margins (from 18% to 27%)
  • Strong free cash flow generation

Investors should consider a strong buy at the current market price of $56.67.