As the U.S. stock market experiences mixed signals with major indices like the Dow Jones climbing while the Nasdaq faces pressure from data-storage shares, investors are keenly observing sectors and stocks that might offer value amidst this volatility. In such a climate, identifying undervalued stocks can be particularly appealing, as they present opportunities to capitalize on potential price corrections when broader economic conditions stabilize or improve.
| Name | Current Price | Fair Value (Est) | Discount (Est) |
| VTEX (VTEX) | $3.64 | $7.06 | 48.5% |
| Sea (SE) | $139.24 | $274.79 | 49.3% |
| MGM Resorts International (MGM) | $34.12 | $67.98 | 49.8% |
| Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) | $18.14 | $36.10 | 49.7% |
| Heritage Financial (HFWA) | $23.88 | $46.53 | 48.7% |
| Hecla Mining (HL) | $21.37 | $41.37 | 48.3% |
| Freshworks (FRSH) | $11.93 | $23.64 | 49.5% |
| Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) | $49.17 | $95.23 | 48.4% |
| Fidelity National Information Services (FIS) | $66.73 | $131.06 | 49.1% |
| CNB Financial (CCNE) | $25.87 | $50.74 | 49% |
Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.
Overview: Zscaler, Inc. is a global cloud security company with a market cap of $35.41 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through sales of subscription services to its cloud platform and related support services, amounting to $2.83 billion.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 20.2%
Zscaler is trading at US$231.16, below its estimated fair value of US$289.66, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite significant insider selling recently, analysts agree the stock price could rise by 39.6%. Revenue growth is forecasted to outpace the broader U.S. market at 15.8% annually, with expected profitability within three years. Recent strategic partnerships and executive changes aim to bolster Zscaler's position in AI-driven cybersecurity solutions.
Overview: Compass, Inc. operates as a real estate brokerage service provider in the United States with a market capitalization of approximately $6.05 billion.
Operations: Compass generates revenue from its Internet Information Providers segment, amounting to $6.64 billion.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 19.8%
Compass is trading at $11.84, below its estimated fair value of $14.76, suggesting it may be undervalued based on cash flows. Recent fixed-income offerings totaling $1.6 billion could strengthen its financial position amid forecasted revenue growth of 11.7% annually, surpassing the U.S. market average but remaining under 20%. While profitability is anticipated within three years, current low return on equity and recent net losses highlight potential risks for investors seeking undervalued opportunities.
Overview: Viking Holdings Ltd operates in the passenger shipping and transport sector across North America, the United Kingdom, and internationally, with a market cap of $32.86 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its Ocean segment, generating $2.66 billion, and its River segment, contributing $2.92 billion.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 21.8%
Viking Holdings, trading at US$73.6, is valued below its estimated fair value of US$94.12, reflecting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite a high debt level, its earnings are projected to grow annually by 25.4%, outpacing the U.S. market average of 16%. Recent strategic partnerships and expansions enhance brand visibility and operational scale, while strong revenue growth at 12.7% annually further supports its investment appeal amidst industry-leading innovations.
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