Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Action In Canada For August 2024

The Canadian stock market has experienced notable volatility recently, with significant swings that ultimately resulted in modest changes for the week. Amid this fluctuating environment, identifying undervalued small-cap stocks with insider action can present unique opportunities for investors looking to navigate these turbulent times.

Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In Canada

Name	PE	PS	Discount to Fair Value	Value Rating
Bragg Gaming Group	NA	1.2x	20.97%	★★★★★★
Trican Well Service	8.0x	1.0x	7.74%	★★★★★☆
Nexus Industrial REIT	2.6x	3.2x	25.23%	★★★★★☆
Russel Metals	10.5x	0.5x	49.70%	★★★★★☆
Obsidian Energy	6.6x	1.0x	48.06%	★★★★★☆
Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust	10.8x	2.9x	46.00%	★★★★★☆
Calfrac Well Services	2.6x	0.2x	-27.19%	★★★★☆☆
Sagicor Financial	1.1x	0.4x	-65.31%	★★★★☆☆
Hemisphere Energy	6.8x	2.4x	14.72%	★★★☆☆☆
Information Services	23.4x	2.0x	-61.81%	★★★☆☆☆

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Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.

Black Diamond Group (TSX:BDI)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Black Diamond Group provides workforce and modular space solutions, with a market cap of approximately CA$0.34 billion.

Operations: Black Diamond Group generates revenue primarily from Workforce Solutions (CA$188.39 million) and Modular Space Solutions (CA$201.58 million). The company has experienced fluctuations in its net income margin, with a recent figure of 7.78% as of June 30, 2024. Gross profit margin has varied over time, reaching 46.04% in the same period.

PE: 19.5x

Black Diamond Group, a Canadian small cap, reported Q2 2024 sales of C$95.47 million, up from C$91.14 million in the same period last year, with net income rising to C$7.5 million from C$4.57 million. The company declared a third-quarter dividend of C$0.03 per share and closed an asset purchase for 329 space rental units worth $20.45 million in cash on July 2, 2024. Insider confidence is evident with recent purchases by executives throughout the past year.

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ADF Group (TSX:DRX)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: ADF Group specializes in the design and engineering of complex steel structures for the non-residential construction industry, with a market cap of CA$358.15 million.

Operations: ADF Group generates revenue primarily from the non-residential construction industry, with recent figures showing CA$358.15 million. The company has seen its gross profit margin reach 25.35% as of April 30, 2024, while net income for the same period was CA$47.52 million, resulting in a net income margin of 13.27%.

PE: 8.7x

ADF Group, a smaller Canadian company, reported solid first-quarter earnings for the period ending April 30, 2024. Sales jumped to C$107.4 million from C$80.27 million the previous year, while net income rose to C$15.27 million from C$5.37 million. Basic earnings per share increased to C$0.47 from C$0.16 year-over-year. The Board approved a dividend hike from $0.01 to $0.02 per share starting October 2024, reflecting confidence in future cash flows and profitability. In May 2024, ADF secured new contracts worth $90 million across Quebec, Western Canada, and the US Midwest—highlighting their expanding footprint in both industrial and public infrastructure sectors. Additionally, insiders have shown confidence by purchasing shares within the past six months. With fabrication plants in Terrebonne and Great Falls actively engaged in these projects, ADF's diversified project portfolio positions it well for sustained growth amid rising demand for industrial construction services.

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Information Services (TSX:ISV)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: Information Services provides registry operations, services, and technology solutions with a market cap of CA$0.42 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from Services (CA$108.81 million), Registry Operations (CA$116.60 million), and Technology Solutions (CA$27.31 million). The gross profit margin has shown variability, with the most recent figure at 74.82%. Operating expenses and non-operating expenses significantly impact net income, which was CA$20.69 million for the latest period ending June 30, 2024.

PE: 23.4x

Information Services Corporation, a Canadian small cap, recently reported Q2 2024 earnings with sales of C$67.85 million and net income of C$10.32 million, showing growth from last year’s figures. Despite improved revenue, profit margins have declined from 13.6% to 8.8%. The company has forecasted a 25.45% annual earnings growth but faces challenges with high-risk funding sources and interest coverage issues. Insider confidence is evident through recent share purchases in the past six months, indicating potential future gains despite current financial constraints.

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