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Jean-François Granjon

NKT : A leading, albeit fairly valued, market player

NKT is the world's third biggest player in high-voltage cables, behind Prysmian and Nexans. The group operates mainly in northern Europe, but it has recently made a strategic acquisition in Portugal. Its 2028 expansion plan should generate a 2023-28 EBITDA CAGR of +18%, with a target EBITDA margin of 19.3% vs 14.1% in 2024 (+520bp). Based on our estimates, our target price stands at DKK 530 (€ 71), obtained based on a three-pronged approach (peer comparison, DCF, SOTP). With ratios showing a premium of 13% over peers (+41% over Nexans), we are initiating coverage of the stock with a Neutral rating.
Underlying
NKT A/S

NKT is a holding company. Through its subsidiaries, Co. is engaged in the provision of professional cleaning equipment, energy cables, and hightech products based on optical fibers. Through NKT Cables, Co. is active in the markets for low- and medium-voltage cables as well as accessories, building wires, automotive wires, railway catenary and messenger wires. Through Nilfisk, Co.'s product portfolios comprised of: Floor-care equipment - sweepers, scrubbers, dryers, polishers, and carpet cleaners; Vacuum cleaners - wet and dry use; High-pressure washers - hot and cold water; Outdoor equipment - sweepers, mowers, snow clearers, and multi-functional utility machines.

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Oddo BHF
Oddo BHF

​Oddo Securities provides securities brokerage and research services. The company offers equity, economic, and derivatives research and credit analysis services. It focuses on insurance, automotive, building materials, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, information technology, and agri-food industries.

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Jean-François Granjon

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