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Discovering None's Hidden Gems Uroica Precision Information EngineeringLtd And 2 Other Small Caps With Strong Fundamentals

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In a week marked by busy earnings reports and mixed economic data, global markets experienced volatility, with small-cap stocks demonstrating resilience compared to their larger counterparts. As the S&P MidCap 400 Index reached record highs before retreating, investors remain attentive to fundamental strengths in smaller companies amid broader market fluctuations. In this context, identifying stocks with strong fundamentals becomes crucial for navigating current market conditions and uncovering potential opportunities among lesser-known small-cap gems like Uroica Precision Information Engineering Ltd.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

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Impellam Group31.12%-5.43%-6.86%★★★★★★
Cardig Aero ServicesNA6.60%69.79%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
Pro-Hawk30.16%-5.27%-2.93%★★★★★☆
Jamuna Bank85.07%7.37%-3.87%★★★★☆☆
Wilson64.79%30.09%68.29%★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia15.83%-7.78%25.44%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 4706 stocks from our Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

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

Uroica Precision Information EngineeringLtd (SZSE:300099)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Uroica Precision Information Engineering Co., Ltd. operates in the precision information engineering sector and has a market capitalization of CN¥4.84 billion.

Operations: Uroica Precision Information Engineering Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its precision information engineering services. The company has a market capitalization of CN¥4.84 billion, reflecting its scale in the industry.

Uroica Precision, a smaller player in its field, has shown robust financial health with earnings growth of 32.7% over the past year, outpacing the Machinery industry's -0.06%. The company boasts high-quality earnings and more cash than total debt, reflecting sound financial management. However, recent performance indicators reveal some challenges; net income for the first nine months of 2024 was CNY 56.96 million compared to CNY 74.11 million in the previous year, and basic earnings per share dropped from CNY 0.1005 to CNY 0.0773. Despite these hurdles, revenue is anticipated to grow by approximately 20% annually moving forward.

SZSE:300099 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024
SZSE:300099 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

Zhejiang Zhaolong Interconnect TechnologyLtd (SZSE:300913)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Zhejiang Zhaolong Interconnect Technology Co., Ltd. specializes in the production and development of digital communication cables, with a market capitalization of CN¥9.26 billion.

Operations: Zhaolong Interconnect generates revenue primarily from the digital communication cable industry, amounting to CN¥1.75 billion.

Zhejiang Zhaolong Interconnect Technology, a nimble player in the electrical industry, has demonstrated robust earnings growth of 18.1% over the past year, outpacing the industry's modest 0.8%. The company is debt-free today, a significant improvement from five years ago when its debt to equity ratio stood at 41.6%. Recent earnings reveal sales of CN¥1.34 billion for nine months ending September 2024, up from CN¥1.14 billion last year, with net income rising to CN¥89.85 million from CN¥70.17 million previously. However, a one-off gain of CN¥39.9 million has impacted recent financial results significantly.

SZSE:300913 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024
SZSE:300913 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

Mizuno (TSE:8022)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Mizuno Corporation is a global manufacturer and seller of sports products, operating in Japan, the rest of Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania with a market cap of ¥205.59 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its operations in Japan, which contribute ¥149.99 billion, followed by the Americas at ¥34.74 billion, and Asia & Oceania at ¥33.63 billion. Europe accounts for ¥25.43 billion in revenue.

Mizuno, a notable player in the leisure sector, has been making strides with earnings growth of 33% over the past year, outpacing its industry peers. The company is trading at 39% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside for investors. Mizuno's debt management appears robust as its debt to equity ratio improved from 20% to 9% over five years. Despite recent share price volatility, it remains profitable and free cash flow positive. With a forecasted annual earnings growth of nearly 8%, Mizuno's financial outlook seems promising amidst strategic dividend adjustments this fiscal year.

TSE:8022 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024
TSE:8022 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

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