US Exchange: Discovering 3 Stocks That Might Be Trading Below Estimated Value

Simply Wall St · 10/17 11:08

As the United States stock market experiences a resurgence with banks surging after earnings and major indices like the Dow Jones hitting new record highs, investors are keenly observing opportunities that may arise from these fluctuations. In this environment, identifying stocks that might be trading below their estimated value can offer potential for growth, particularly as companies release strong earnings and economic indicators suggest stability.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In The United States

Name Current Price Fair Value (Est) Discount (Est)
Molina Healthcare (NYSE:MOH) $331.00 $657.44 49.7%
MidWestOne Financial Group (NasdaqGS:MOFG) $29.60 $57.34 48.4%
California Resources (NYSE:CRC) $51.90 $103.73 50%
Atlanticus Holdings (NasdaqGS:ATLC) $36.28 $72.49 50%
Avidbank Holdings (OTCPK:AVBH) $19.60 $37.87 48.2%
EverQuote (NasdaqGM:EVER) $20.17 $39.69 49.2%
ChromaDex (NasdaqCM:CDXC) $3.56 $7.11 50%
EVERTEC (NYSE:EVTC) $33.47 $65.77 49.1%
Vitesse Energy (NYSE:VTS) $25.14 $49.19 48.9%
Cytek Biosciences (NasdaqGS:CTKB) $5.36 $10.63 49.6%

Click here to see the full list of 195 stocks from our Undervalued US Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Western Digital (NasdaqGS:WDC)

Overview: Western Digital Corporation is engaged in the development, manufacturing, and sale of data storage devices and solutions across various regions globally, with a market cap of approximately $22.99 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from two segments: Hard Disk Drives (HDD) at $6.32 billion and Flash-Based Products at $6.69 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 24.7%

Western Digital is trading at US$67.79, significantly below its estimated fair value of US$90.05, suggesting undervaluation based on cash flows. The company anticipates above-market revenue growth and profitability within three years, despite low forecasted return on equity and insufficient earnings to cover interest payments. Recent product innovations in high-capacity HDDs for AI-driven data demands highlight Western Digital's strategic positioning in the storage market, potentially enhancing future cash flow prospects.

NasdaqGS:WDC Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024
NasdaqGS:WDC Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

Zillow Group (NasdaqGS:ZG)

Overview: Zillow Group, Inc. operates real estate brands through mobile applications and websites in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $14.55 billion.

Operations: Zillow Group generates revenue through its real estate brands primarily via mobile applications and websites in the U.S.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 40.8%

Zillow Group, trading at US$61.68, is significantly undervalued with a fair value estimate of US$104.24 based on cash flows. The company anticipates revenue growth of 11.5% annually, outpacing the broader market, and aims for profitability within three years despite a modest return on equity forecast. Recent leadership changes and strategic focus on real estate technology innovation may bolster Zillow's operational efficiency and long-term cash flow potential amidst its ongoing share buyback program.

NasdaqGS:ZG Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024
NasdaqGS:ZG Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

Burlington Stores (NYSE:BURL)

Overview: Burlington Stores, Inc. operates as a retailer of branded merchandise in the United States and has a market cap of approximately $16.32 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily generated from its retail segment, specifically in apparel, amounting to $10.23 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 13.2%

Burlington Stores is trading at US$259.11, below its estimated fair value of US$298.61, indicating undervaluation based on cash flows. The company has demonstrated strong earnings growth, with net income increasing to US$73.76 million in the recent quarter from US$30.89 million a year ago. Despite high debt levels and significant insider selling recently, Burlington's projected earnings growth rate of 17.8% annually surpasses the broader market expectations.

NYSE:BURL Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024
NYSE:BURL Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2024

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