Discovering Hidden Potential China Resources and EnvironmentLtd Alongside 2 Promising Small Caps

In the current global market landscape, small-cap stocks have demonstrated resilience, holding up better than their large-cap counterparts amid a busy earnings season and mixed economic signals. As investors seek opportunities beyond the mainstream indices, discovering stocks with hidden potential becomes increasingly appealing, especially when they show promise in navigating economic uncertainties and capitalizing on growth prospects.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Lion Rock Group	16.91%	14.33%	10.15%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil	0.87%	-0.90%	3.72%	★★★★★★
Ovostar Union	0.01%	10.19%	49.85%	★★★★★★
Impellam Group	31.12%	-5.43%	-6.86%	★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings	10.09%	-5.59%	-9.92%	★★★★★★
Pro-Hawk	20.47%	-3.86%	-2.71%	★★★★★☆
Jetwell Computer	57.20%	6.93%	24.36%	★★★★★☆
TBS Energi Utama	77.67%	4.11%	-2.54%	★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia	15.83%	-7.78%	25.44%	★★★★☆☆
Wilson	64.79%	30.09%	68.29%	★★★★☆☆

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China Resources and EnvironmentLtd (SHSE:600217)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: China Resources and Environment Co., Ltd. focuses on the recycling and dismantling of waste electrical and electronic products in China, with a market cap of CN¥11.50 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from recycling and dismantling waste electrical and electronic products. The net profit margin has shown a notable trend, reflecting the company's efficiency in managing its costs relative to its revenue streams.

China Resources and Environment Co., Ltd. has been making waves with a notable earnings growth of 41.3% over the past year, outpacing its industry peers significantly. Despite a high net debt to equity ratio of 93.7%, the company has managed to reduce its overall debt from 146% to 119.5% in five years, showing an improvement in financial management. Recent earnings reports highlight sales reaching CNY 2,899 million for nine months ending September 2024, up from CNY 2,735 million last year, with net income climbing to CNY 63 million from CNY 54 million previously. However, shareholders experienced dilution recently and free cash flow remains negative.

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Xiangtan Electrochemical ScientificLtd (SZSE:002125)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Xiangtan Electrochemical Scientific Co., Ltd focuses on the research, development, production, and sale of battery materials with a market cap of CN¥6.86 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from the sale of battery materials. It has a market cap of CN¥6.86 billion.

Xiangtan Electrochemical Scientific Ltd. has shown a robust performance with earnings growth of 27.8% over the past year, outpacing the broader Chemicals industry average of -3.8%. This company is trading at 75.5% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation in the market. The net debt to equity ratio stands at a satisfactory 33.6%, down from 120.9% five years ago, indicating improved financial health and reduced leverage risk. Recent earnings for nine months ending September 2024 reported net income of CNY 244 million, slightly up from CNY 239 million last year, reflecting steady profitability amidst declining sales figures.

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• Gain insights into Xiangtan Electrochemical ScientificLtd's past trends and performance with our Past report.

Zhejiang Changsheng Sliding Bearings (SZSE:300718)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Zhejiang Changsheng Sliding Bearings Co., Ltd. specializes in the production and sale of sliding bearings and related components, with a market cap of CN¥5.22 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from the sale of sliding bearings and related components.

Zhejiang Changsheng Sliding Bearings, a relatively small player in the machinery sector, has shown robust earnings growth of 55% over the past year, outpacing the industry average. The company is trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.5x, which is favorable compared to the CN market's 34.4x. Despite an increase in its debt-to-equity ratio from 0% to 6.6% over five years, it maintains more cash than total debt and covers interest payments comfortably. Recent financials reveal nine-month sales of ¥835 million with net income slightly down to ¥169 million from last year's ¥179 million, reflecting stable operational performance amidst share buyback plans and dividend distributions.

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