Keywords Studios PLC
LSE:KWS

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Intrinsic Value

The intrinsic value of one KWS stock under the Base Case scenario is 1 453.96 GBX. Compared to the current market price of 2 446 GBX, Keywords Studios PLC is Overvalued by 41%.

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KWS Intrinsic Value
1 453.96 GBX
Overvaluation 41%
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Balance Sheet Decomposition
Keywords Studios PLC

Current Assets 248.1m
Cash & Short-Term Investments 29.9m
Receivables 200.3m
Other Current Assets 17.9m
Non-Current Assets 821.2m
Long-Term Investments 187k
PP&E 99.1m
Intangibles 681.7m
Other Non-Current Assets 40.2m
Current Liabilities 227.3m
Accounts Payable 15.5m
Accrued Liabilities 117.9m
Other Current Liabilities 93.9m
Non-Current Liabilities 203.1m
Long-Term Debt 165.8m
Other Non-Current Liabilities 37.3m
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Earnings Waterfall
Keywords Studios PLC

Revenue
869.8m EUR
Cost of Revenue
-551.4m EUR
Gross Profit
318.4m EUR
Operating Expenses
-248.7m EUR
Operating Income
69.7m EUR
Other Expenses
-96m EUR
Net Income
-26.3m EUR

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Despite market headwinds, including a well-publicized U.S. entertainment strike and FX headwinds, the company achieved a 13% revenue increase to EUR 780 million and a notable 9% organic growth, excluding strike and FX effects. The company maintained strong profitability with an adjusted operating profit of EUR 122 million, surpassing its 15% margin guidance with 15.6%. A record year in M&A with EUR 225 million in total consideration was highlighted, along with successful integration of new additions like the Multiplayer Group (MPG). The company’s divisions showed resilience, with particular strength in the Create division, which saw a 22% revenue growth driven by organic growth and expansions in Australia and the U.K. Despite a challenging year for the Globalize division due to the strikes, it outperformed the market. Adjusted EBITDA rose by 8%, operating profit by 6%, and the Adjusted cash conversion rate was strong at 82%. The company ended the year with a conservative net leverage of 0.4x EBITDA, signaling efficient capital management and a strong financial position. Looking ahead, the company anticipates a surge in demand post-strike and continues to focus on cost management, technology investment, and efficiencies to fuel further growth.

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Keywords Studios PLC's profitability score is 53/100. The higher the profitability score, the more profitable the company is.

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Keywords Studios PLC's profitability score is 53/100. The higher the profitability score, the more profitable the company is.

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Keywords Studios PLC's solvency score is 55/100. The higher the solvency score, the more solvent the company is.

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Keywords Studios PLC's solvency score is 55/100. The higher the solvency score, the more solvent the company is.

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Wall Street analysts forecast KWS stock price to rise over the next 12 months.

According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for KWS is 2 520.98 GBX with a low forecast of 2 060.4 GBX and a high forecast of 3 328.5 GBX.

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Keywords Studios PLC

Country

Ireland

Industry

Technology

Market Cap

2B GBP

Dividend Yield

0.07%

Description

Keywords Studios Plc engages in the provision of integrated outsourced creative and technical services to the video game industry. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Dublin and currently employs 9,493 full-time employees. The company went IPO on 2013-07-12. The firm's Art creation service line creates graphical art assets for video games and operates marketing services business. Game Development service line provides external development services to game developers and publishers. Audio service line provides multi language voice-over, original language voice recording, music, sound design and accessibility. Functional Testing line provides assurance including the discovery and documentation of game defects; and testing to ensure games are compatible with the various hardware devices. Localization service line provides translation of in-game text, audio scripts, cultural and local adaptation, packaging and marketing materials. Localization Testing service line identifies out of context translations, truncations, overlaps, spelling, grammar, agerating and cultural issues. The company also provides technology-enabled asset management solutions.

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DUBLIN
DUBLIN
South County Business Park, Whelan House, Leopardstown
+35319022730.0
www.keywordsstudios.com

IPO

2013-07-12

Employees

9 493

Officers

CEO & Director
Mr. Bertrand J. F. X. Bodson
CFO & Director
Mr. Robert Kingston
Group COO & Director
Mr. Jon Hauck F.C.A.
Director of IR & ESG
Mr. Giles Blackham
General Counsel & Company Secretary
Andrew Kennedy
Chief Marketing Officer & MD of Engage
Mr. Tony Grigg
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Chief People & Culture Officer
Mr. Joe Binnion
Chief Commercial Officer
Mr. Michael Wallen
Global Head of Innovation
Mr. Jamie Campbell
Chief Shared Services Officer
Mr. Nicolas Liorzou
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What is the Intrinsic Value of one KWS stock?

The intrinsic value of one KWS stock under the Base Case scenario is 1 453.96 GBX.

Is KWS stock undervalued or overvalued?

Compared to the current market price of 2 446 GBX, Keywords Studios PLC is Overvalued by 41%.

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