Undiscovered Gems To Explore In December 2024

As global markets continue to reach new heights, with the Russell 2000 Index hitting record intraday highs, small-cap stocks are capturing increased investor attention amid a backdrop of robust consumer spending and geopolitical developments. In this dynamic environment, identifying promising stocks involves looking for companies that exhibit resilience and potential for growth despite broader market uncertainties.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Bahrain National Holding Company B.S.C	NA	20.11%	5.44%	★★★★★★
Ovostar Union	0.01%	10.19%	49.85%	★★★★★★
Sundart Holdings	0.92%	-2.32%	-3.94%	★★★★★★
Yulie Sekuritas Indonesia	NA	18.62%	9.58%	★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings	10.09%	-5.59%	-9.92%	★★★★★★
MAPFRE Middlesea	NA	14.56%	1.77%	★★★★★☆
National Investments Company K.S.C.P	26.01%	3.66%	4.99%	★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia	15.83%	-7.78%	25.44%	★★★★☆☆
Wilson	64.79%	30.09%	68.29%	★★★★☆☆
Jamuna Bank	85.07%	7.37%	-3.87%	★★★★☆☆

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

NINGBO HENGSHUAI (SZSE:300969)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Ningbo Hengshuai Co., Ltd. is a global manufacturer and seller of automotive micro-motors and components, with a market cap of CN¥6.92 billion.

Operations: The primary revenue stream for Ningbo Hengshuai comes from its Auto Parts & Accessories segment, generating CN¥965.11 million.

With a market capitalization that keeps it under the radar, Ningbo Hengshuai has demonstrated solid financial health and growth. Over the past year, earnings grew by 14.7%, outpacing the Auto Components industry at 10.5%. The company is debt-free, which enhances its financial stability and reduces interest payment concerns. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 31.5x remains attractive compared to the broader CN market's 36.7x, suggesting potential undervaluation. Recent results show sales climbing to CNY 704 million from CNY 662 million last year, with net income rising to CNY 163 million from CNY 150 million, reflecting robust operational performance amidst volatility in share prices over recent months.

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Xiamen East Asia Machinery Industrial (SZSE:301028)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Xiamen East Asia Machinery Industrial Co., Ltd. is a company engaged in the production and sale of machinery and industrial equipment, with a market capitalization of CN¥4.42 billion.

Operations: The company's primary revenue stream is from the sale of machinery and industrial equipment, totaling CN¥1.12 billion.

Xiamen East Asia Machinery Industrial seems to be an intriguing find in the machinery sector, with its earnings growth of 43% over the past year outpacing the industry average. The company reported a net income of CNY 183 million for the nine months ending September 2024, up from CNY 131 million in the prior year. Its price-to-earnings ratio stands at a favorable 20.6x compared to China's market average of 36.7x, suggesting potential value for investors. Additionally, it has more cash than debt and maintains positive free cash flow, indicating solid financial health and operational efficiency.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Xiamen East Asia Machinery Industrial with our comprehensive health report here.

• Assess Xiamen East Asia Machinery Industrial's past performance with our detailed historical performance reports.

Logwin (XTRA:TGHN)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Logwin AG offers logistics and transport solutions across Germany, Austria, other European countries, Asia/Pacific, and internationally with a market capitalization of €714.05 million.

Operations: Logwin AG generates revenue primarily from its Air + Ocean segment, contributing €954.25 million, and the Solutions segment, which adds €275.78 million.

Logwin, a player in the logistics sector, offers an intriguing mix of strengths and challenges. The company trades at 31.6% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation. Despite having high-quality past earnings and positive free cash flow, Logwin's earnings growth has been negative at -2.2%, contrasting with the industry average of 11.3%. On a brighter note, their debt-to-equity ratio improved from 0.04% to 0.03% over five years, indicating prudent financial management with more cash on hand than total debt obligations. However, forecasts suggest an annual decline in earnings by 7.4% over the next three years.

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Summing It All Up

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