Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund stock (NPFD) is currently trading at $18.83. Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund PE ratio is 9.78. Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 9.85. WallStSmart rates NPFD as Underperform.
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- NPFD intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
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- Is NPFD undervalued or overvalued?
- Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- NPFD Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- NPFD analyst price target and Smart Rating
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NPFD Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD)
NPFD trades 50% above its Graham fair value of $13.19, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD) · 9 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in operating margin, price/book, profit margin. Concerns around return on equity and price/sales. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD) Key Strengths (3)
Keeps $83 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs
Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets
Keeps $101 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
Supporting Valuation Data
Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD) Areas to Watch (6)
Earnings declining -15.70%, profits shrinking
Very expensive at 9.8x annual revenue
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Modest revenue growth at 6.40%
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Moderate institutional interest at 33.97%
Supporting Valuation Data
Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 50/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (0.94) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 83.10%, Profit Margin at 100.60%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Price/Sales, Return on Equity. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (9.85) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 6.40%, EPS Growth at -15.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 9.65%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 9.65% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 6.40% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Operating Margin, Price/Book) and negatives (EPS Growth, Price/Sales). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
NPFD Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
NPFD's Price-to-Sales ratio of 9.85x sits near its historical average of 10.01x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 4% below its historical high of 10.22x set in Mar 2026, and 0% above its historical low of 9.85x in Mar 2026.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD) · FINANCIAL SERVICES › ASSET MANAGEMENT
The Big Picture
Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 47M with 6% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 100.6%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 965.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 100.6% and operating margin of 83.1% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
What to Watch Next
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 10.7%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund.
Bottom Line
Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 100.6% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund(NPFD)
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The Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD) is a closed-end fund focused on providing substantial current income through strategic investments in variable-rate preferred and income-generating securities. Managed by Nuveen, a prominent name in the investment management sector, NPFD aims to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns while ensuring income stability amid varying interest rate environments. With a disciplined portfolio construction approach and an emphasis on high-quality assets, NPFD offers institutional investors a valuable opportunity to engage with the preferred securities market, effectively addressing the nuances of income generation.