As the Singapore market navigates through a period of economic uncertainty and fluctuating indices, investors are increasingly on the lookout for opportunities that may provide value amidst the volatility. In this context, identifying potentially undervalued stocks becomes crucial for those aiming to make informed investment decisions in October 2024.

Top 5 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In Singapore

Click here to see the full list of 5 stocks from our Undervalued SGX Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

Seatrium (SGX:5E2)

Overview: Seatrium Limited offers engineering solutions to the offshore, marine, and energy industries with a market capitalization of SGD7.13 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily stems from its Rigs & Floaters, Repairs & Upgrades, Offshore Platforms, and Specialised Shipbuilding segment, which generated SGD8.39 billion, complemented by a smaller contribution of SGD24.71 million from Ship Chartering.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 32%

Seatrium Limited appears undervalued based on cash flows, trading 32% below its fair value estimate of S$3.09. Recent earnings show a significant turnaround with net income of S$35.97 million compared to a loss last year, supported by strong sales growth to S$4.01 billion. Despite low forecasted return on equity, Seatrium's revenue is expected to grow faster than the Singapore market, and analysts anticipate a 25.4% price rise, highlighting potential for value appreciation.

• Insights from our recent growth report point to a promising forecast for Seatrium's business outlook.
• Click here and access our complete balance sheet health report to understand the dynamics of Seatrium.

Nanofilm Technologies International (SGX:MZH)

Overview: Nanofilm Technologies International Limited, with a market cap of SGD556.67 million, offers nanotechnology solutions across Singapore, China, Japan, and Vietnam.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Advanced Materials at SGD153.32 million, Nanofabrication at SGD18.37 million, Industrial Equipment at SGD28.71 million, and Sydrogen at SGD1.40 million.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 40.4%

Nanofilm Technologies International is trading 40.4% below its fair value estimate of SGD1.43, suggesting undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite a net loss reduction to SGD3.74 million for the first half of 2024, revenue grew to SGD82.65 million from the previous year’s SGD73.15 million, indicating operational improvements. While profit margins have decreased, earnings and revenue are forecasted to grow significantly faster than the Singapore market over the next three years.

• According our earnings growth report, there's an indication that Nanofilm Technologies International might be ready to expand.
• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Nanofilm Technologies International's balance sheet health report.

Singapore Technologies Engineering (SGX:S63)

Overview: Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd is a global technology, defence, and engineering company with a market capitalization of SGD14.56 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is derived from three main segments: Commercial Aerospace at SGD4.34 billion, Urban Solutions & Satcom at SGD2.01 billion, and Defence & Public Security at SGD4.54 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 36.2%

Singapore Technologies Engineering is trading at S$4.67, significantly below its estimated fair value of S$7.32, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. The company reported strong earnings growth of 19.9% over the past year and forecasts further revenue and earnings increases above the Singapore market average. However, its dividend track record remains unstable, and debt coverage by operating cash flow is inadequate despite strategic initiatives in quantum-secure communications bolstering future prospects.

• The growth report we've compiled suggests that Singapore Technologies Engineering's future prospects could be on the up.
• Take a closer look at Singapore Technologies Engineering's balance sheet health here in our report.

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