The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)
Polaris Infrastructure
PIF-T
TOP PICK
Sep 23, 2021
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We reiterate our TOP PICK recommendation with PIF -- the Canadian $366 million market cap infrastructure developer of renewable energy projects in Latin America. It pays a nice dividend backed by a payout ratio of 35% of cash flow. It trades at 10x earnings, compared to peers at 14x and is valued under 2x book value. We would buy this with a stop loss at $14, looking to achieve $28 -- upside potential over 53%. Yield 3.32% (Analysts’ price target is $28.00)
Largest section of business is Geothermal, but also has hydro-electric and solar.
Investments in 5 separate areas in Central America.
Market has ignored company despite the fact that it pays ~3.6 yield.
Trades at 50% of valuation of comparable energy producers.
Good management team that has continued to build the company.
Increasing cash flow and is a potential takeover target.
Will keep shares in the company. Believes the fundamental attributes of the business are strong. Will keep buying shares with recent market sell off. Diversified business model. Consistent dividend raises. Low cost power provider.
Geothermal in Nicaragua. Hydro in Peru. Solar projects. Invests in small projects that are too much trouble for the big guys. Big playing field, keeps adding to its portfolio. Continues to build free cash over time. Yield is 5.60%.
Company very cheap at current share price. Small company that institutions wont look at. Reliable revenues that translate into cash flow. Will continue to hold. Dividend very safe and reliable. New project pipeline very strong.