FREENET AG (FNTN.DE) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Europe - Frankfurt Stock Exchange - FRA:FNTN - DE000A0Z2ZZ5 - Common Stock
27.42 EUR
+0.4 (+1.48%)
Overall FNTN gets a fundamental rating of 7 out of 10. We evaluated FNTN against 6 industry peers in the Wireless Telecommunication Services industry. Both the health and profitability get an excellent rating, making FNTN a very profitable company, without any liquidiy or solvency issues. FNTN scores decently on growth, while it is valued quite cheap. This could make an interesting combination. Finally FNTN also has an excellent dividend rating. This makes FNTN very considerable for value and dividend investing!
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
In the past year FNTN was profitable.
FNTN had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
In the past 5 years FNTN has always been profitable.
In the past 5 years FNTN always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
1.2 Ratios
The Return On Assets of FNTN (8.44%) is better than 100.00% of its industry peers.
FNTN has a better Return On Equity (18.29%) than 83.33% of its industry peers.
FNTN's Return On Invested Capital of 16.08% is amongst the best of the industry. FNTN outperforms 100.00% of its industry peers.
The Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years for FNTN is above the industry average of 6.55%.
The 3 year average ROIC (9.45%) for FNTN is below the current ROIC(16.08%), indicating increased profibility in the last year.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 8.44% | ||
| ROE | 18.29% | ||
| ROIC | 16.08% |
ROA(3y)4.72%
ROA(5y)6.35%
ROE(3y)10.95%
ROE(5y)15.2%
ROIC(3y)9.45%
ROIC(5y)8.82%
1.3 Margins
With an excellent Profit Margin value of 10.81%, FNTN belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 83.33% of the companies in the same industry.
FNTN's Profit Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
FNTN has a Operating Margin of 17.15%. This is amongst the best in the industry. FNTN outperforms 83.33% of its industry peers.
FNTN's Operating Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
The Gross Margin of FNTN (41.26%) is better than 66.67% of its industry peers.
FNTN's Gross Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 17.15% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 10.81% | ||
| GM | 41.26% |
OM growth 3Y9.56%
OM growth 5Y8.4%
PM growth 3Y8.72%
PM growth 5Y8.88%
GM growth 3Y5.54%
GM growth 5Y5.22%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) well above the Cost of Capital (WACC), FNTN is creating value.
FNTN has about the same amout of shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
FNTN has less shares outstanding than it did 5 years ago.
The debt/assets ratio for FNTN has been reduced compared to a year ago.
2.2 Solvency
FNTN has an Altman-Z score of 2.89. This is not the best score and indicates that FNTN is in the grey zone with still only limited risk for bankruptcy at the moment.
Looking at the Altman-Z score, with a value of 2.89, FNTN belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 83.33% of the companies in the same industry.
The Debt to FCF ratio of FNTN is 1.86, which is an excellent value as it means it would take FNTN, only 1.86 years of fcf income to pay off all of its debts.
The Debt to FCF ratio of FNTN (1.86) is better than 100.00% of its industry peers.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.26 indicates that FNTN is not too dependend on debt financing.
FNTN's Debt to Equity ratio of 0.26 is fine compared to the rest of the industry. FNTN outperforms 66.67% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.26 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 1.86 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.89 |
ROIC/WACC2.48
WACC6.48%
2.3 Liquidity
A Current Ratio of 0.68 indicates that FNTN may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
The Current ratio of FNTN (0.68) is worse than 66.67% of its industry peers.
A Quick Ratio of 0.64 indicates that FNTN may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
The Quick ratio of FNTN (0.64) is worse than 66.67% of its industry peers.
FNTN does not score too well on the current and quick ratio evaluation. However, as it has excellent solvency and profitability, these ratios do not necessarly indicate liquidity issues and need to be evaluated against the specifics of the business.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 0.68 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.64 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
FNTN shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has been growing by 17.53%, which is quite good.
Measured over the past 5 years, FNTN shows a small growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS has been growing by 6.90% on average per year.
Looking at the last year, FNTN shows a decrease in Revenue. The Revenue has decreased by -0.62% in the last year.
Measured over the past years, FNTN shows a decrease in Revenue. The Revenue has been decreasing by -3.31% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)17.53%
EPS 3Y8.69%
EPS 5Y6.9%
EPS Q2Q%13.33%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-0.62%
Revenue growth 3Y-1.04%
Revenue growth 5Y-3.31%
Sales Q2Q%-0.57%
3.2 Future
FNTN is expected to show quite a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the coming years, the EPS will grow by 8.39% yearly.
The Revenue is expected to grow by 2.62% on average over the next years.
EPS Next Y18.91%
EPS Next 2Y9.63%
EPS Next 3Y8.13%
EPS Next 5Y8.39%
Revenue Next Year1.15%
Revenue Next 2Y1.24%
Revenue Next 3Y1.38%
Revenue Next 5Y2.62%
3.3 Evolution
When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
A Price/Earnings ratio of 12.03 indicates a correct valuation of FNTN.
100.00% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than FNTN, based on the Price/Earnings ratio.
FNTN's Price/Earnings ratio indicates a rather cheap valuation when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 25.45.
A Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 10.97 indicates a reasonable valuation of FNTN.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, FNTN is valued cheaper than 100.00% of the companies in the same industry.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 34.46, FNTN is valued rather cheaply.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 12.03 | ||
| Fwd PE | 10.97 |
4.2 Price Multiples
Based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio, FNTN is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 66.67% of the companies are valued more expensively.
FNTN's Price/Free Cash Flow ratio is rather cheap when compared to the industry. FNTN is cheaper than 83.33% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 9.03 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 6.44 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
The low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
The excellent profitability rating of FNTN may justify a higher PE ratio.
PEG (NY)0.64
PEG (5Y)1.74
EPS Next 2Y9.63%
EPS Next 3Y8.13%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 7.29%, FNTN is a good candidate for dividend investing.
FNTN's Dividend Yield is rather good when compared to the industry average which is at 2.93. FNTN pays more dividend than 100.00% of the companies in the same industry.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.42, FNTN pays a better dividend.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 7.29% |
5.2 History
The dividend of FNTN has a limited annual growth rate of 2.99%.
Dividend Growth(5Y)2.99%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years5
5.3 Sustainability
The earnings of FNTN are negative and hence is the payout ratio. FNTN will probably not be able to sustain this dividend level.
FNTN's earnings are growing more than its dividend. This makes the dividend growth sustainable.
DP-78.19%
EPS Next 2Y9.63%
EPS Next 3Y8.13%
FRA:FNTN (11/21/2025, 7:00:00 PM)
27.42
+0.4 (+1.48%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorCommunication Services
GICS IndustryGroupTelecommunication Services
GICS IndustryWireless Telecommunication Services
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners34.69%
Inst Owner ChangeN/A
Ins OwnersN/A
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap3.26B
Revenue(TTM)2.49B
Net Income(TTM)269.10M
Analysts77
Price Target32.41 (18.2%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 7.29% |
Yearly Dividend1.68
Dividend Growth(5Y)2.99%
DP-78.19%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years5
Ex-DateN/A
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)0
Avg EPS beat(2)-15.39%
Min EPS beat(2)-17.03%
Max EPS beat(2)-13.76%
EPS beat(4)1
Avg EPS beat(4)-13.67%
Min EPS beat(4)-29.92%
Max EPS beat(4)6.01%
EPS beat(8)3
Avg EPS beat(8)-17.58%
EPS beat(12)3
Avg EPS beat(12)-28.68%
EPS beat(16)5
Avg EPS beat(16)-17.54%
Revenue beat(2)0
Avg Revenue beat(2)-4.43%
Min Revenue beat(2)-4.65%
Max Revenue beat(2)-4.2%
Revenue beat(4)0
Avg Revenue beat(4)-2.86%
Min Revenue beat(4)-4.65%
Max Revenue beat(4)-0.32%
Revenue beat(8)0
Avg Revenue beat(8)-3.38%
Revenue beat(12)1
Avg Revenue beat(12)-2.59%
Revenue beat(16)1
Avg Revenue beat(16)-2.6%
PT rev (1m)-2.54%
PT rev (3m)-2.33%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-10.4%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-15.24%
EPS NY rev (1m)0.95%
EPS NY rev (3m)-0.54%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-3.52%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-0.23%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-0.62%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 12.03 | ||
| Fwd PE | 10.97 | ||
| P/S | 1.31 | ||
| P/FCF | 9.03 | ||
| P/OCF | 8.12 | ||
| P/B | 2.22 | ||
| P/tB | N/A | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 6.44 |
EPS(TTM)2.28
EY8.32%
EPS(NY)2.5
Fwd EY9.12%
FCF(TTM)3.04
FCFY11.08%
OCF(TTM)3.38
OCFY12.32%
SpS20.94
BVpS12.38
TBVpS-0.32
PEG (NY)0.64
PEG (5Y)1.74
Graham Number25.2
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 8.44% | ||
| ROE | 18.29% | ||
| ROCE | 20.3% | ||
| ROIC | 16.08% | ||
| ROICexc | 17.82% | ||
| ROICexgc | 87.13% | ||
| OM | 17.15% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 10.81% | ||
| GM | 41.26% | ||
| FCFM | 14.51% |
ROA(3y)4.72%
ROA(5y)6.35%
ROE(3y)10.95%
ROE(5y)15.2%
ROIC(3y)9.45%
ROIC(5y)8.82%
ROICexc(3y)10.55%
ROICexc(5y)10.11%
ROICexgc(3y)47.12%
ROICexgc(5y)42.47%
ROCE(3y)11.93%
ROCE(5y)11.14%
ROICexgc growth 3Y26.72%
ROICexgc growth 5Y35.08%
ROICexc growth 3Y17.61%
ROICexc growth 5Y16.61%
OM growth 3Y9.56%
OM growth 5Y8.4%
PM growth 3Y8.72%
PM growth 5Y8.88%
GM growth 3Y5.54%
GM growth 5Y5.22%
F-Score7
Asset Turnover0.78
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.26 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 1.86 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 0.66 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 28.04% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 1.62% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 15.58 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 70.35% | ||
| Profit Quality | 134.23% | ||
| Current Ratio | 0.68 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.64 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.89 |
F-Score7
WACC6.48%
ROIC/WACC2.48
Cap/Depr(3y)23.1%
Cap/Depr(5y)26.26%
Cap/Sales(3y)2.13%
Cap/Sales(5y)2.04%
Profit Quality(3y)257.35%
Profit Quality(5y)197.46%
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)17.53%
EPS 3Y8.69%
EPS 5Y6.9%
EPS Q2Q%13.33%
EPS Next Y18.91%
EPS Next 2Y9.63%
EPS Next 3Y8.13%
EPS Next 5Y8.39%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-0.62%
Revenue growth 3Y-1.04%
Revenue growth 5Y-3.31%
Sales Q2Q%-0.57%
Revenue Next Year1.15%
Revenue Next 2Y1.24%
Revenue Next 3Y1.38%
Revenue Next 5Y2.62%
EBIT growth 1Y9.12%
EBIT growth 3Y8.42%
EBIT growth 5Y4.81%
EBIT Next Year50.68%
EBIT Next 3Y16.94%
EBIT Next 5Y12.82%
FCF growth 1Y5.51%
FCF growth 3Y0.83%
FCF growth 5Y0.49%
OCF growth 1Y-0.24%
OCF growth 3Y0.32%
OCF growth 5Y0.35%
FREENET AG / FNTN.DE FAQ
Can you provide the ChartMill fundamental rating for FREENET AG?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 7 / 10 to FNTN.DE.
What is the valuation status of FREENET AG (FNTN.DE) stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 8 / 10 to FREENET AG (FNTN.DE). This can be considered as Undervalued.
Can you provide the profitability details for FREENET AG?
FREENET AG (FNTN.DE) has a profitability rating of 9 / 10.
What is the earnings growth outlook for FREENET AG?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of FREENET AG (FNTN.DE) is expected to grow by 18.91% in the next year.
Is the dividend of FREENET AG sustainable?
The dividend rating of FREENET AG (FNTN.DE) is 7 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is -78.19%.