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LHN (SGX:41O) has just released its FY 2025 financial results, reporting revenue of SGD60.9 million and basic EPS of SGD0.014 for the most recent half. Looking at the bigger picture, the company saw revenue climb from SGD105.3 million in FY 2024 H1 to SGD137.0 million in FY 2025 H1. While the headline numbers delivered plenty for investors to consider, compressed profit margins set the tone for this earnings season. See our full analysis for LHN. Next up, we will see how these fresh results...

As Asian markets continue to navigate a complex global landscape, investor optimism is buoyed by the performance of technology and AI-related sectors. Amidst this backdrop, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—remain an intriguing option for investors seeking affordability combined with growth potential. Despite their vintage-sounding name, these stocks hold relevance today as we explore several that stand out for their financial strength and potential opportunities.

Marco Polo Marine (SGX:5LY) just released its FY 2025 first half results, reporting revenue of 52.688 million SGD and net income of 10.642 million SGD, with basic EPS at 0.0028 SGD. In context, the company has seen revenue shift from 61.571 million SGD in the first half of FY 2024 to 61.959 million SGD in the second half, before dipping to its latest figure. EPS moved from 0.0029 SGD to 0.00288 SGD over those same periods. Healthy profit margins continue to be a defining feature of these...

Keppel REIT recently issued S$100 million in subordinated perpetual securities under its multicurrency debt issuance programme, having received approval-in-principle for listing on the Singapore Exchange. This move is designed to strengthen Keppel REIT’s financial flexibility and supports its stated long-term growth and funding strategies. We’ll examine how this capital raising, which bolsters balance sheet flexibility, could influence Keppel REIT’s broader investment narrative and...

PNE Industries Ltd's ( SGX:BDA ) investors are due to receive a payment of SGD0.02 per share on 13th of February. Based...

Nam Lee Pressed Metal Industries (SGX:G0I) just posted FY 2025 first-half results, with revenue at SGD99.5 million and EPS of SGD0.048. Looking back, the company has seen revenue climb from SGD78.5 million in the first half of FY 2024 to over SGD101.8 million in the second half, with EPS advancing from SGD0.0106 to SGD0.0399 across the same period. Expanding profit margins set a confident tone for investors as the company demonstrates clear earnings momentum. See our full analysis for Nam Lee...

When close to half the companies in Singapore have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 14x, you may consider...

With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 0.5x in the Electronic industry in Singapore, you could be...

Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? Firstly, we'll want...

Today we're going to take a look at the well-established Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) Ltd. ( SGX:BS6 ). The...

Despite a 11% gain in GSH Corporation Limited's ( SGX:BDX ) stock price this week, shareholders shouldn't let up. The...

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...

ComfortDelGro (SGX:C52) has had a rough week with its share price down 2.0%. It seems that the market might have...

Jumbo Group (Catalist:42R) has just released its FY 2025 first half results, posting revenue of $97.3 million SGD and basic EPS of 0.0132 SGD. Looking back, revenue in the previous half was $93.4 million SGD with an EPS of 0.0079 SGD. The half before that saw revenue at $97.1 million SGD and EPS at 0.0139 SGD. These figures highlight recent fluctuations in sales and earnings, with investors watching closely as profit margins have compressed compared to last year. See our full analysis for...

Kimly (Catalist:1D0) just unveiled its FY2025 first half results, booking total revenue of 159.3 million SGD and net income of 14.8 million SGD, with basic EPS at 0.011906 SGD. Looking back, the company’s trailing twelve months show revenue tracked up from 319.4 million SGD in the second half of FY2024 to 322.1 million SGD recently, while EPS during that stretch edged from 0.026679 SGD to 0.0268 SGD. Margins held mostly steady, but with only modest earnings upside, investors will be watching...

Coliwoo Holdings (SGX:W8W) just reported financial results for the first half of FY 2025, landing total revenue of SGD23.1 million and basic EPS of SGD0.03. Historically, the company has seen revenue range from SGD19.8 million in 1H FY2024 up to SGD32.3 million in 2H FY2024, while basic EPS moved from SGD0.026 to SGD0.073 over the same periods. Margins took a hit this time around as profitability came under pressure, highlighting a tougher environment for the company’s core operations. See...

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...

If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Amongst other...

Hong Lai Huat Group Limited ( SGX:CTO ) insiders who purchased shares in the last 12 months were richly rewarded last...

It's not a stretch to say that Oceanus Group Limited's ( SGX:579 ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.4x right now...

As concerns over artificial intelligence valuations and economic uncertainties weigh on global markets, investors are seeking opportunities in less conventional spaces. Penny stocks, a term that may seem outdated but remains relevant, represent smaller or newer companies that can offer significant growth potential when backed by strong financials. In this context, we explore three penny stocks in Asia that combine balance sheet strength with promising prospects for those looking to uncover...

Hong Fok Corporation Limited's ( SGX:H30 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 26x might make it look like a strong...

Renaissance United Limited ( SGX:I11 ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...