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As the FTSE 100 continues to show resilience with a second consecutive weekly gain amidst global economic uncertainties, investors are closely monitoring opportunities within the UK market. In this context, identifying stocks that are estimated to be below their fair value can be particularly compelling, especially when considering potential shifts in economic policies and market sentiment reflected in recent financial news.
Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In The United Kingdom
Name | Current Price | Fair Value (Est) | Discount (Est) |
Begbies Traynor Group (AIM:BEG) | £1.005 | £2.00 | 49.6% |
WPP (LSE:WPP) | £7.308 | £14.08 | 48.1% |
LSL Property Services (LSE:LSL) | £3.37 | £6.49 | 48.1% |
Loungers (AIM:LGRS) | £2.82 | £5.53 | 49% |
Velocity Composites (AIM:VEL) | £0.41 | £0.80 | 48.8% |
Elementis (LSE:ELM) | £1.53 | £3.02 | 49.3% |
Accsys Technologies (AIM:AXS) | £0.541 | £1.06 | 49% |
Ricardo (LSE:RCDO) | £4.98 | £9.53 | 47.8% |
Hostelworld Group (LSE:HSW) | £1.54 | £2.97 | 48.2% |
M&C Saatchi (AIM:SAA) | £2.05 | £3.99 | 48.6% |
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Elementis
Overview: Elementis plc is a specialty chemical company based in the United Kingdom, with operations across Europe, North America, and internationally, boasting a market capitalization of approximately £0.90 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue is divided among several key segments, with Coatings (including Energy) generating $367.60 million, Personal Care contributing $209.30 million, and Talc bringing in $136.50 million.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 49.3%
Elementis, priced at £1.53, is significantly undervalued based on discounted cash flows, with a fair value of £3.02. Despite trading 49.3% below this estimate, the company's earnings are expected to grow by 28.56% annually over the next three years—outpacing the UK market's forecasted 12.5%. However, its revenue growth is slower at 3.7% per year and recent investor activism highlights concerns about management and strategic direction, with calls for operational changes including leadership adjustments and business divestitures to enhance shareholder value.
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The analysis detailed in our Elementis growth report hints at robust future financial performance.
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Take a closer look at Elementis' balance sheet health here in our report.
Liontrust Asset Management
Overview: Liontrust Asset Management Plc is a publicly owned investment manager with a market capitalization of approximately £421.15 million.
Operations: The primary revenue source for the firm comes from its investment management services, generating £197.89 million.