What is ZNGA's DCF valuation?

Zynga Inc (ZNGA) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of December 15, 2025, Zynga Inc has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $12.52 per share. With the current market price at $8.18, this represents a potential upside of 53.0%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $5.36
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $12.52
Potential Upside (5-year) -34.5%
Potential Upside (10-year) 53.0%
Discount Rate (WACC) 6.2% - 8.5%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $2800 million in 12-2021 to $10805 million by 12-2031, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately 14.5%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2021 2800 42%
12-2022 3086 10%
12-2023 3277 6%
12-2024 4014 22%
12-2025 4852 21%
12-2026 5765 19%
12-2027 6751 17%
12-2028 7737 15%
12-2029 8784 14%
12-2030 9844 12%
12-2031 10805 10%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from -4% in 12-2021 to 8% by 12-2031, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2021 (104) -4%
12-2022 40 1%
12-2023 90 3%
12-2024 165 4%
12-2025 263 5%
12-2026 384 7%
12-2027 466 7%
12-2028 552 7%
12-2029 647 7%
12-2030 748 8%
12-2031 845 8%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $17 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 1% 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)
12-2022 23
12-2023 28
12-2024 34
12-2025 40
12-2026 51
12-2027 60

3. Working Capital Requirements

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

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 37
Days Inventory 0
Days Payables 53

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
9M/2022 96 6 28 129 (67)
2023 196 17 40 0 140
2024 305 31 49 (4) 230
2025 444 49 59 93 243
2026 615 72 70 46 427

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 6.2% - 8.5%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 3.0% - 4.3%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 8.8x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 5.36 -34.5%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 12.52 53.0%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 3.17 -61.2%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 7.08 -13.5%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $6,808M
  • 10-Year Model: $14,953M

Investment Conclusion

Is Zynga Inc (ZNGA) a buy or a sell? Zynga Inc is definitely a buy. Based on our DCF analysis, Zynga Inc (ZNGA) appears to be significantly undervalued with upside potential of 53.0%. 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 -4% to 8%)
  • Steady revenue growth (14.5% CAGR)
  • Strong free cash flow generation

Investors should consider a strong buy at the current market price of $8.18.