What is ZTF.L's Intrinsic value?

Zotefoams PLC (ZTF.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 31, 2025, Zotefoams PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $249.02 to $342.22 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $342.22 +15.2%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $315.21 +6.1%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $249.02 -16.2%
Earnings Power Value $268.57 -9.6%

Is Zotefoams PLC (ZTF.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $297.00, 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 Zotefoams 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 0.49 0.69
Cost of equity 6.9% 9.8%
Cost of debt 4.2% 5.1%
Tax rate 24.1% 31.8%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.36 0.36
After-tax WACC 5.9% 8.1%

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 $148 (FY12-2024) to $237 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from -2% to 5%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 9% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $315 $157M 90.9%
10-Year Growth $342 $167M 75.4%
5-Year EBITDA $343 $167M 91.5%
10-Year EBITDA $396 $188M 78.2%

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: 0.0%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 8.4%
  • Long-term growth rate: 3.5%
  • Fair value: $249.02 (-16.2% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 9.8% (Low) to 6.9% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.5% (Low) to 4.5% (High)
  • Fair value range: $(67) to $(262)
  • Selected fair value: $-164.56 (-155.4% 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 $9M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.1% - 5.9%
Enterprise Value $117M - $160M
Net Debt $33M
Equity Value $84M - $127M
Outstanding Shares 0M
Fair Value $213 - $324
Selected Fair Value $268.57

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $116M
Enterprise Value $149M
Trailing P/E 0.00
Forward P/E 71.08
Trailing EV/EBITDA 7.80
Current Dividend Yield 291.57%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 37.99%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.36

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) 35% $102.67
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 29% $78.80
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 24% $49.80
Earnings Power Value 12% $26.86
Weighted Average 100% $303.68

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Zotefoams PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $303.68, which is approximately 2.3% above the current market price of $297.00.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (-2% to 5% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 37.99%

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