Discovering Undiscovered Gems in Australia July 2025

As the Australian market experiences a dynamic phase with materials leading the charge and utilities lagging, investors are keenly observing sectors influenced by fluctuating commodity prices such as iron ore and gold. In this environment, identifying promising small-cap stocks involves looking for companies that can capitalize on these sectoral shifts and demonstrate resilience amidst broader economic changes.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Australia

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Let's dive into some prime choices out of from the screener.

Emerald Resources (ASX:EMR)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Emerald Resources NL focuses on the exploration and development of mineral reserves in Cambodia and Australia, with a market cap of A$2.56 billion.

Operations: Emerald Resources generates revenue primarily from its mine operations, totaling A$427.32 million.

Emerald Resources, a nimble player in the mining sector, is making waves with its impressive financial performance. Over the past year, earnings surged by 32%, outpacing the industry average of 14%. Trading at a notable 23% below its fair value estimate, it offers potential upside for investors. The company’s interest payments are comfortably covered by EBIT at nearly 30 times over. With gold production expected to reach up to 125Koz in 2026 due to Okvau's expansion and high-quality earnings backing it up, Emerald seems poised for continued growth in an ever-competitive market landscape.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Emerald Resources' health report.

• Gain insights into Emerald Resources' historical performance by reviewing our past performance report.

Lycopodium (ASX:LYL)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Lycopodium Limited is an Australian company offering engineering and project delivery services across the resources, rail infrastructure, and industrial processes sectors, with a market capitalization of A$456.65 million.

Operations: Lycopodium's primary revenue stream is derived from the resources sector, contributing A$347.83 million. The process industries and rail infrastructure segments add A$10.84 million and A$10.14 million, respectively.

Lycopodium, a relatively small player in the construction sector, is trading at A$8.9% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside for investors. Despite an increase in debt to equity from 0% to 6.9% over five years, it holds more cash than total debt, indicating a solid financial footing. The company boasts high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow of A$37 million as of September 2024. However, its earnings growth was negative at -19.3%, contrasting sharply with the industry average of 28.7%. Recent board changes include Rob Radici's appointment as Non-Executive Director, bringing extensive experience across multiple sectors.

• Click here and access our complete health analysis report to understand the dynamics of Lycopodium.

• Understand Lycopodium's track record by examining our Past report.

MFF Capital Investments (ASX:MFF)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: MFF Capital Investments Limited is an investment firm manager with a market capitalization of A$2.62 billion.

Operations: The primary revenue stream for MFF Capital Investments Limited comes from its equity investments, generating A$1.01 billion.

MFF Capital Investments, a compact player in the market, is trading at 41.8% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation. Over the past year, earnings surged by 51.9%, outpacing the capital markets industry average of 23.6%. The company has high-quality earnings and remains free cash flow positive with A$372 million in levered free cash flow as of September 2024. MFF's debt to equity ratio rose slightly to 0.7% over five years but is well-managed with interest payments covered by EBIT at a robust 69 times coverage, indicating sound financial health despite increased leverage.

• Take a closer look at MFF Capital Investments' potential here in our health report.

• Evaluate MFF Capital Investments' historical performance by accessing our past performance report.

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