Value-focused investors are consistently seeking stocks priced below their intrinsic value. One such stock that warrants attention is Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd (ENLT, Financial). Currently priced at 12.74, the stock recorded a daily loss of 10.47% and a 3-month decrease of 17.29%. According to its GF Value, the stock's fair valuation stands at $30.53.
Understanding GF Value
The GF Value represents the intrinsic value of a stock derived from our unique method. The GF Value Line on our summary page provides an overview of the fair value at which the stock should trade. It's calculated based on historical multiples (PE Ratio, PS Ratio, PB Ratio, and Price-to-Free-Cash-Flow) that the stock has traded at, GuruFocus adjustment factor based on the company's past returns and growth, and future estimates of business performance.
Our belief is that the GF Value Line represents the fair value at which the stock should trade. The stock price will most likely fluctuate around the GF Value Line. If the stock price is significantly above the GF Value Line, it's overvalued, and its future return is likely to be poor. On the other hand, if it's significantly below the GF Value Line, its future return will likely be higher.
Unveiling the Risks
However, investors need to consider a more in-depth analysis before making an investment decision. Despite its seemingly attractive valuation, certain risk factors associated with Enlight Renewable Energy should not be ignored. These risks are primarily reflected through its low Altman Z-score of 0.58. These indicators suggest that Enlight Renewable Energy, despite its apparent undervaluation, might be a potential value trap. This complexity underlines the importance of thorough due diligence in investment decision-making.
Decoding the Altman Z-score
Before delving into the details, let's understand what the Altman Z-score entails. Invented by New York University Professor Edward I. Altman in 1968, the Z-Score is a financial model that predicts the probability of a company entering bankruptcy within a two-year time frame. The Altman Z-Score combines five different financial ratios, each weighted to create a final score. A score below 1.8 suggests a high likelihood of financial distress, while a score above 3 indicates a low risk.
Company Overview
Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd is a green energy company specializing in initiating, developing, financing, constructing, managing, and operating electricity production projects from renewable energy sources. It also offers installation services. The company's segments include Photovoltaic Israel, Israel wind, Eastern Europe wind, Eastern Europe Photovoltaic, Western Europe wind energy, and Management and construction. The majority of its revenue is generated from its Photovoltaic business in Israel and Eastern Europe.
Analyzing Enlight Renewable Energy's Low Altman Z-Score
A dissection of Enlight Renewable Energy's Altman Z-score reveals that the company's financial health may be weak, suggesting possible financial distress:
The Retained Earnings to Total Assets ratio provides insights into a company's ability to reinvest its profits or manage debt. Evaluating Enlight Renewable Energy's historical data, 2021: -0.02; 2022: -0.01; 2023: 0.01, we observe a recent decline following an initial increase in this ratio. This downward movement indicates Enlight Renewable Energy's diminishing ability to reinvest in its business or effectively manage its debt, negatively impacting its Z-Score.
The EBIT to Total Assets ratio serves as a crucial barometer of a company's operational effectiveness, correlating earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) to total assets. An analysis of Enlight Renewable Energy's EBIT to Total Assets ratio from historical data (2021: -0.01; 2022: 0.02; 2023: 0.03) indicates a recent dip following an initial rise. This reduction suggests that Enlight Renewable Energy might not be utilizing its assets to their full potential to generate operational profits, which could be negatively affecting the company's overall Z-score.
Conclusion
Despite the seemingly attractive valuation, Enlight Renewable Energy presents potential risks that investors should not ignore. The low Altman Z-Score and other financial indicators suggest that the company might be a potential value trap. Therefore, it's crucial for investors to conduct thorough due diligence before making investment decisions.
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