Algoma Central Valuation

ALC Stock  CAD 14.94  0.19  1.29%   
At this time, the firm appears to be overvalued. Algoma Central shows a prevailing Real Value of C$12.44 per share. The current price of the firm is C$14.94. Our model approximates the value of Algoma Central from analyzing the firm fundamentals such as profit margin of 0.11 %, and Return On Equity of 0.0926 as well as examining its technical indicators and probability of bankruptcy. Key fundamental drivers impacting Algoma Central's valuation include:
Price Book
0.7192
Enterprise Value
990.4 M
Enterprise Value Ebitda
7.0525
Price Sales
0.8706
Forward PE
7.5643
Overvalued
Today
14.94
Please note that Algoma Central's price fluctuation is very steady at this time. Calculation of the real value of Algoma Central is based on 3 months time horizon. Increasing Algoma Central's time horizon generally increases the accuracy of value calculation and significantly improves the predictive power of the methodology used.
Since Algoma Central is currently traded on the exchange, buyers and sellers on that exchange determine the market value of Algoma Stock. However, Algoma Central's intrinsic value may or may not be the same as its current market price, in which case there is an opportunity to profit from the mispricing, assuming the market price will eventually merge with its intrinsic value.
Historical Market  14.94 Real  12.44 Hype  14.93 Naive  14.69
The intrinsic value of Algoma Central's stock can be calculated using various methods such as discounted cash flow analysis, price-to-earnings ratio, or price-to-book ratio. That value may differ from its current market price, which is determined by supply and demand factors such as investor sentiment, market trends, news, and other external factors that may influence Algoma Central's stock price. It is important to note that the real value of any stock may change over time based on changes in the company's performance.
12.44
Real Value
16.43
Upside
Estimating the potential upside or downside of Algoma Central helps investors to forecast how Algoma stock's addition to their portfolios will impact the overall performance. We also use other valuation drivers to help us estimate the true value of Algoma Central more accurately as focusing exclusively on Algoma Central's fundamentals will not take into account other important factors:
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjectedHigh
0.450.450.45
Details
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
13.8514.9316.01
Details
Potential
Annual Dividend
LowForecastedHigh
0.770.820.87
Details
Traditionally, analysts and sophisticated investors use multiple methods for valuing a cash-flow-generating entity or its stock. For example, some money managers use Algoma Central's intrinsic value based on its ongoing forecasts of Algoma Central's financial statements. In contrast, other private, professional wealth advisors use a multiplier approach by looking to relative value analysis against Algoma Central's closest peers.

Algoma Central Cash

31.19 Million

Algoma Valuation Trend

Knowing Algoma Central's actual value is paramount for traders when making sound investment determinations. Using both Algoma Central's enterprise value as well as its market capitalization is the best way to estimate the value of the company and is usually enough for investors to make market timing decisions.

Algoma Central Total Value Analysis

Algoma Central is presently forecasted to have takeover price of 990.39 M with market capitalization of 606.08 M, debt of 377.37 M, and cash on hands of 26.67 M. Please note that takeover price may be misleading and is a subject to mistakes in financial statements. We encourage investors to thoroughly investigate all of the Algoma Central fundamentals before making investing decisions based on enterprise value of the company
  Takeover PriceMarket CapDebt ObligationsCash
990.39 M
606.08 M
377.37 M
26.67 M

Algoma Central Investor Information

About 55.0% of the company shares are held by company insiders. The company has price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 0.72. Some equities with similar Price to Book (P/B) outperform the market in the long run. Algoma Central last dividend was issued on the 18th of November 2024. The entity had 10:1 split on the 17th of December 2012. Algoma Central is doing better financially today then in previous quarter. It has a moderate risk of reporting better financial numbers in January.
Current ValueLast YearChange From Last Year 10 Year Trend
Operating Profit Margin0.150.1033
Way Up
Pretty Stable
Total Cash From Operating Activities85.8 M124.2 M
Way Down
Slightly volatile
Operating Income67.7 M74.5 M
Moderately Down
Slightly volatile

Algoma Central Asset Utilization

The asset utilization indicator refers to the revenue earned for every dollar of assets a company currently reports. Algoma Central has an asset utilization ratio of 53.66 percent. This suggests that the Company is making C$0.54 for each dollar of assets. An increasing asset utilization means that Algoma Central is more efficient with each dollar of assets it utilizes for everyday operations.
 
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Algoma Central Ownership Allocation

Algoma Central holds a total of 40.57 Million outstanding shares. Algoma Central retains significant amount of outstanding shares owned by insiders. An insider is usually defined as a CEO, other corporate executive, director, or institutional investor who own at least 10% of the company's outstanding shares. Since such a large part of the company is owned by insiders, it is advisable to analyze if each of these insiders have been buying or selling the stock in recent months. Please note that no matter how many assets the company secures, if the real value of the firm is less than the current market value, you may not be able to make money on it.

Algoma Central Profitability Analysis

The company reported the revenue of 721.22 M. Net Income was 82.87 M with profit before overhead, payroll, taxes, and interest of 187.9 M.

Algoma Central Past Distributions to stockholders

About Algoma Central Valuation

We use absolute and relative valuation methodologies to arrive at the intrinsic value of Algoma Central. In general, an absolute valuation paradigm, as applied to this company, attempts to find the value of Algoma Central based exclusively on its fundamental and basic technical indicators. By analyzing Algoma Central's financials, quarterly and monthly indicators, and their related drivers, we attempt to find the most accurate representation of Algoma Central's intrinsic value. As compared to an absolute model, our relative valuation model uses a comparative analysis of Algoma Central. We calculate exposure to Algoma Central's market risk, different technical and fundamental indicators, and relevant financial multiples and ratios and then compare them to those of Algoma Central's related companies.
Last ReportedProjected for Next Year
Gross Profit116.1 M110.3 M
Pretax Profit Margin 0.10  0.12 
Operating Profit Margin 0.10  0.15 
Net Profit Margin 0.11  0.10 
Gross Profit Margin 0.16  0.15 

Algoma Central Quarterly Retained Earnings

789.06 Million

Other Information on Investing in Algoma Stock

Algoma Central financial ratios help investors to determine whether Algoma Stock is cheap or expensive when compared to a particular measure, such as profits or enterprise value. In other words, they help investors to determine the cost of investment in Algoma with respect to the benefits of owning Algoma Central security.