While Guess?, Inc. (NYSE:GES) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of attention from a substantial price movement on the NYSE over the last few months, increasing to US$33.40 at one point, and dropping to the lows of US$19.64. Some share price movements can give investors a better opportunity to enter into the stock, and potentially buy at a lower price. A question to answer is whether Guess?'s current trading price of US$19.64 reflective of the actual value of the small-cap? Or is it currently undervalued, providing us with the opportunity to buy? Let's take a look at Guess?'s outlook and value based on the most recent financial data to see if there are any catalysts for a price change.

What Is Guess? Worth?

Great news for investors – Guess? is still trading at a fairly cheap price. According to our valuation, the intrinsic value for the stock is $31.03, which is above what the market is valuing the company at the moment. This indicates a potential opportunity to buy low. However, given that Guess?'s share is fairly volatile (i.e. its price movements are magnified relative to the rest of the market) this could mean the price can sink lower, giving us another chance to buy in the future. This is based on its high beta, which is a good indicator for share price volatility.

What does the future of Guess? look like?

Investors looking for growth in their portfolio may want to consider the prospects of a company before buying its shares. Buying a great company with a robust outlook at a cheap price is always a good investment, so let's also take a look at the company's future expectations. However, with a negative profit growth of -11% expected next year, near-term growth certainly doesn't appear to be a driver for a buy decision for Guess?. This certainty tips the risk-return scale towards higher risk.

What This Means For You

Are you a shareholder? Although GES is currently undervalued, the adverse prospect of negative growth brings about some degree of risk. We recommend you think about whether you want to increase your portfolio exposure to GES, or whether diversifying into another stock may be a better move for your total risk and return.

Are you a potential investor? If you've been keeping an eye on GES for a while, but hesitant on making the leap, we recommend you research further into the stock. Given its current undervaluation, now is a great time to make a decision. But keep in mind the risks that come with negative growth prospects in the future.

So while earnings quality is important, it's equally important to consider the risks facing Guess? at this point in time. For example, we've discovered 3 warning signs that you should run your eye over to get a better picture of Guess?.

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