As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by steady interest rates and mixed economic signals, small-cap stocks have emerged as resilient performers amid the broader market's fluctuations. With the Federal Reserve maintaining its rate stance and geopolitical tensions influencing investor sentiment, identifying promising small-cap opportunities with active insider participation can be crucial for investors seeking to capitalize on potential growth in this dynamic environment.
Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying Globally
| Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lion Rock Group | 5.0x | 0.4x | 49.97% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Tristel | 29.0x | 4.1x | 9.93% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| A.G. BARR | 19.2x | 1.8x | 44.22% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Hemisphere Energy | 5.2x | 2.2x | 8.76% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Nexus Industrial REIT | 6.6x | 2.9x | 19.32% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Sing Investments & Finance | 7.3x | 3.7x | 38.99% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Absolent Air Care Group | 22.1x | 1.7x | 49.73% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Fuller Smith & Turner | 12.0x | 0.9x | -33.13% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Morguard North American Residential Real Estate Investment Trust | 5.6x | 1.8x | 9.86% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Seeing Machines | NA | 2.6x | 39.56% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.
AcadeMedia (OM:ACAD)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: AcadeMedia operates as a leading educational services provider, offering adult education, compulsory and upper secondary schools, along with preschool and international programs, with a market cap of approximately SEK 4.35 billion.
Operations: AcadeMedia's primary revenue streams are derived from its Preschool & International segment (SEK 7.88 billion) and Upper Secondary Schools (SEK 6.54 billion), with Compulsory School also contributing significantly at SEK 4.70 billion. The company's gross profit margin has shown fluctuations, reaching a peak of 31.20% in recent periods, indicating varying efficiency in managing production costs relative to revenue generation over time.
PE: 10.8x
AcadeMedia, a smaller company in the education sector, recently reported third-quarter sales of SEK 5.04 billion, up from SEK 4.61 billion the previous year, with net income rising to SEK 241 million. Their strategic refinancing with DNB, Nordea, and SEB for SEK 1.66 billion until April 2028 enhances cash flow by SEK 116 million and supports international growth ambitions. Insider confidence is evident through recent share purchases in March and April this year. Earnings are projected to grow annually by over 15%.
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Review our historical performance report to gain insights into AcadeMedia's's past performance.
Hanza (OM:HANZA)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Hanza is a manufacturing solutions provider that offers comprehensive production services across main and other markets, with a market cap of approximately SEK 2.67 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from Main Markets and Other Markets, with the Main Markets contributing a larger share. Over recent periods, the net income margin has shown variability, reaching 5.17% in December 2023 before declining to 2.38% by March 2025. Operating expenses are a significant part of the cost structure, with General & Administrative Expenses consistently being a major component.
PE: 33.1x
Hanza's recent financial performance shows growth, with Q1 2025 sales at SEK 1,326 million up from SEK 1,253 million the previous year. Net income increased to SEK 40 million from SEK 34 million. Despite lower profit margins at 2.4% compared to last year's 4.4%, insider confidence is evident as Francesco Franze purchased shares worth approximately SEK 6.8 million, increasing their stake by nearly 3.6%. This activity suggests potential optimism about future prospects despite current challenges in covering interest payments and reliance on external borrowing for funding.
- Get an in-depth perspective on Hanza's performance by reading our valuation report here.
Gain insights into Hanza's historical performance by reviewing our past performance report.
Trisura Group (TSX:TSU)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Trisura Group operates as a specialty insurance provider, focusing on niche markets through its segments including Trisura Specialty and US Programs, with a market capitalization of approximately CA$1.68 billion.
Operations: Trisura Group generates its revenue primarily from Trisura US Programs and Trisura Specialty, with the former contributing significantly more. The company's cost of goods sold (COGS) has been a major component of expenses, impacting its gross profit margin, which has shown variability over time, reaching 5.99% in the latest period. Operating expenses have generally remained lower compared to COGS but have also fluctuated across periods.
PE: 18.5x
Trisura Group, a smaller company in the insurance sector, recently reported a net income of C$28.99 million for Q1 2025, down from C$36.43 million the previous year. Despite this dip, earnings are projected to grow by 23.71% annually. The company relies solely on external borrowing for funding, which carries higher risk but also potential rewards if managed well. Insider confidence is evident as they have been purchasing shares consistently over recent months, signaling belief in future growth prospects.
- Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Trisura Group's valuation report.
Evaluate Trisura Group's historical performance by accessing our past performance report.
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