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When VinFast Auto Ltd. (NASDAQ:VFS) was trading at $5.95 in January 2024, InvestingPro’s Fair Value models identified significant overvaluation in the Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer’s stock. Today, after a 41% decline, the stock has aligned closely with our predicted Fair Value, demonstrating the effectiveness of our valuation methodology in identifying market mispricings. Investors seeking similar opportunities can explore our regularly updated Most overvalued list for potential market corrections.
VinFast, backed by Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup, has demonstrated impressive revenue growth despite the stock’s price correction. The company’s revenue has surged from $1.15 billion at the time of our analysis to $2.10 billion currently, representing an 83% increase. This growth, however, didn’t justify the previous valuation levels, as indicated by our comprehensive Fair Value analysis.
The stock’s journey to its current $3.51 price level validates our initial Fair Value target of $3.49, achieving a remarkable 98.8% accuracy rate. During this period, VinFast continued its global expansion efforts, recently announcing a $1.5 billion R&D unit sale and implementing strategic price cuts to boost sales. While these developments supported the company’s growth narrative, they aligned with our fundamental valuation framework rather than contradicting it.
Recent quarterly results showed strong delivery numbers, with Q1 2025 revenue topping estimates and vehicle deliveries reaching 36,330 units. However, profitability remains a challenge, with EBITDA losses widening to $1.78 billion from $1.42 billion at the time of our analysis. This performance pattern supports our original thesis about the stock’s overvaluation despite the company’s operational progress.
InvestingPro’s Fair Value methodology combines multiple valuation approaches, including discounted cash flow analysis, comparable company metrics, and market sentiment indicators. This comprehensive approach helps investors identify both overvalued and undervalued opportunities before the market adjusts. The accuracy of our VinFast analysis demonstrates the power of this systematic approach to valuation.
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