Energy Company of Minas Gerais-Common

Cia Energetica DE Minas Gerais - Cemig earns a 5-star quantitative star rating, reflecting our opinion that this share class offers a compelling opportunity for investors. The stock currently trades at a 12% discount to our quantitative fair value estimate of $4.09 per share, which is reinforced by this estimate's low uncertainty rating.

The firm's valuation metrics strengthen our fair value estimate. A company's valuation metrics provide insights into the market's expectations for its future growth and profitability. For example, the firm's book value yield of 89.4% sits in the top 40% compared with global peers. The market price is low relative to the book (accounting) value of the company's equity, which contributes to our view that shares are cheap.

The firm's profitability is an additional encouraging factor. Highly profitable companies are often more resilient in recessions and are likely to generate stronger future cash flows for shareholders. The firm's earnings yield of 13.9%, for example, ranks in the top 20% globally. This suggests that it is generating substantial earnings relative to its share price, which further promotes our favorable price/fair value ratio.

This company lacks a competitive advantage, receiving a quantitative economic moat rating of none. Additionally, the firm's moderate financial health score suggests it is acceptably positioned against adverse economic circumstances.