As the U.S. stock market experiences mixed results with the S&P 500 snapping its three-week winning streak, investors are closely watching economic indicators and Federal Reserve decisions that could influence future market directions. In this environment, identifying stocks that may be trading below their estimated values can present opportunities for investors seeking potential value plays amidst fluctuating market conditions.
Name | Current Price | Fair Value (Est) | Discount (Est) |
Argan (NYSE:AGX) | $142.96 | $278.24 | 48.6% |
UMB Financial (NasdaqGS:UMBF) | $122.18 | $244.24 | 50% |
First Solar (NasdaqGS:FSLR) | $199.67 | $395.15 | 49.5% |
Business First Bancshares (NasdaqGS:BFST) | $27.87 | $54.95 | 49.3% |
West Bancorporation (NasdaqGS:WTBA) | $23.40 | $46.43 | 49.6% |
Equity Bancshares (NYSE:EQBK) | $46.49 | $92.69 | 49.8% |
Constellium (NYSE:CSTM) | $11.16 | $21.75 | 48.7% |
Freshpet (NasdaqGM:FRPT) | $146.89 | $283.12 | 48.1% |
Equifax (NYSE:EFX) | $265.81 | $530.33 | 49.9% |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NasdaqGS:VRTX) | $463.73 | $913.99 | 49.3% |
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Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.
Overview: Mr. Cooper Group Inc. operates as a non-bank servicer of residential mortgage loans in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $6.20 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue segments include $1.48 billion from servicing and $416 million from originations.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 43%
Mr. Cooper Group is trading at a significant discount, approximately 43% below its estimated fair value of US$169.75, suggesting it may be undervalued based on cash flows. Despite a recent decline in quarterly revenue and net income, the company has shown resilience with nine-month revenues increasing to US$1.57 billion from US$1.39 billion year-over-year. Forecasts indicate strong annual profit growth of over 21%, outpacing the broader U.S. market expectations.
Overview: Range Resources Corporation is an independent company engaged in the production of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), crude oil, and condensate in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $8.53 billion.
Operations: The company generates its revenue of $2.33 billion from the exploration and production of oil and gas.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.8%
Range Resources is trading at a significant discount, around 42.8% below its estimated fair value of US$61.82, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite a drop in profit margins from 43.6% to 20.4%, earnings are forecasted to grow significantly at 20% annually, outpacing the broader U.S. market's expected growth of 15.3%. However, insider selling has been substantial recently, which might warrant caution for investors considering this stock.
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 $19.63 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue from its Viking Ocean segment, which accounts for $2.12 billion, and its Viking River segment, contributing $2.51 billion.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 39.9%
Viking Holdings appears undervalued, trading at US$45.49, which is 39.9% below its estimated fair value of US$75.63. Recent earnings show a turnaround with net income of US$375.09 million compared to a significant loss last year, driven by strong revenue growth to US$1.68 billion for the quarter. The company is expanding its fleet on the Nile River, potentially enhancing future cash flows and supporting its valuation recovery trajectory over time.
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Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqCM:COOP NYSE:RRC and NYSE:VIK.
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