Descartes Systems Valuation

DSG Stock  CAD 159.21  1.46  0.91%   
At this time, the firm appears to be fairly valued. Descartes Systems shows a prevailing Real Value of C$162.95 per share. The current price of the firm is C$159.21. Our model computes the value of Descartes Systems from reviewing the firm fundamentals such as Profit Margin of 0.22 %, shares outstanding of 85.54 M, and Current Valuation of 13.49 B as well as analyzing its technical indicators and probability of bankruptcy. Key fundamental drivers impacting Descartes Systems' valuation include:
Price Book
7.0263
Enterprise Value
13.5 B
Enterprise Value Ebitda
36.7307
Price Sales
21.7547
Forward PE
48.5437
Fairly Valued
Today
159.21
Please note that Descartes Systems' price fluctuation is very steady at this time. Calculation of the real value of Descartes Systems is based on 3 months time horizon. Increasing Descartes Systems' time horizon generally increases the accuracy of value calculation and significantly improves the predictive power of the methodology used.
Since Descartes Systems is currently traded on the exchange, buyers and sellers on that exchange determine the market value of Descartes Stock. However, Descartes Systems' 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  159.21 Real  162.95 Hype  159.08 Naive  158.82
The intrinsic value of Descartes Systems' 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 Descartes Systems' 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.
143.29
Downside
162.95
Real Value
164.43
Upside
Estimating the potential upside or downside of Descartes Systems Group helps investors to forecast how Descartes 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 Descartes Systems more accurately as focusing exclusively on Descartes Systems' fundamentals will not take into account other important factors:
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjectedHigh
0.400.530.71
Details
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
157.60159.08160.56
Details
Naive
Forecast
LowNext ValueHigh
157.34158.82160.30
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 Descartes Systems' intrinsic value based on its ongoing forecasts of Descartes Systems' financial statements. In contrast, other private, professional wealth advisors use a multiplier approach by looking to relative value analysis against Descartes Systems' closest peers.

Descartes Systems Cash

387.55 Million

Descartes Valuation Trend

Knowing Descartes Systems' actual value is paramount for traders when making sound investment determinations. Using both Descartes Systems' 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.

Descartes Systems Total Value Analysis

Descartes Systems Group is currently forecasted to have takeover price of 13.49 B with market capitalization of 13.74 B, debt of 6.98 M, and cash on hands of 29.55 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 Descartes Systems fundamentals before making investing decisions based on enterprise value of the company
  Takeover PriceMarket CapDebt ObligationsCash
13.49 B
13.74 B
6.98 M
29.55 M

Descartes Systems Investor Information

About 89.0% of the company shares are held by institutions such as insurance companies. The company has Price/Earnings To Growth (PEG) ratio of 2.51. Descartes Systems had not issued any dividends in recent years. Based on the key indicators related to Descartes Systems' liquidity, profitability, solvency, and operating efficiency, Descartes Systems Group is performing exceptionally good at the present time. It has a great chance to report excellent financial results in March.

Descartes Systems Asset Utilization

The asset utilization indicator refers to the revenue earned for every dollar of assets a company currently reports. Descartes Systems has an asset utilization ratio of 38.86 percent. This suggests that the Company is making C$0.39 for each dollar of assets. An increasing asset utilization means that Descartes Systems Group is more efficient with each dollar of assets it utilizes for everyday operations.
 
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Descartes Systems Ownership Allocation

Descartes Systems holds a total of 85.54 Million outstanding shares. The majority of Descartes Systems Group outstanding shares are owned by other corporate entities. These outside corporations are usually referred to as non-private investors looking to obtain positions in Descartes Systems to benefit from reduced commissions. Consequently, institutional investors are subject to a different set of regulations than regular investors in Descartes Systems. Please pay attention to any change in the institutional holdings of Descartes Systems Group as this could imply that something significant has changed or is about to change at the company. 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.

Descartes Systems Profitability Analysis

The company reported the revenue of 572.93 M. Net Income was 115.91 M with profit before overhead, payroll, taxes, and interest of 476.53 M.

About Descartes Systems Valuation

We use absolute and relative valuation methodologies to arrive at the intrinsic value of Descartes Systems Group. In general, an absolute valuation paradigm, as applied to this company, attempts to find the value of Descartes Systems based exclusively on its fundamental and basic technical indicators. By analyzing Descartes Systems's financials, quarterly and monthly indicators, and their related drivers, we attempt to find the most accurate representation of Descartes Systems's intrinsic value. As compared to an absolute model, our relative valuation model uses a comparative analysis of Descartes Systems. We calculate exposure to Descartes Systems's market risk, different technical and fundamental indicators, and relevant financial multiples and ratios and then compare them to those of Descartes Systems's related companies.
Last ReportedProjected for Next Year
Gross Profit499.8 M524.8 M
Pretax Profit Margin 0.24  0.25 
Operating Profit Margin 0.26  0.27 
Net Profit Margin 0.18  0.19 
Gross Profit Margin 0.68  0.55 
When determining whether Descartes Systems offers a strong return on investment in its stock, a comprehensive analysis is essential. The process typically begins with a thorough review of Descartes Systems' financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess its financial health. Key financial ratios are used to gauge profitability, efficiency, and growth potential of Descartes Systems Group Stock. Outlined below are crucial reports that will aid in making a well-informed decision on Descartes Systems Group Stock:
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Please note, there is a significant difference between Descartes Systems' value and its price as these two are different measures arrived at by different means. Investors typically determine if Descartes Systems is a good investment by looking at such factors as earnings, sales, fundamental and technical indicators, competition as well as analyst projections. However, Descartes Systems' price is the amount at which it trades on the open market and represents the number that a seller and buyer find agreeable to each party.