Stock Analysis
Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals For October 2024
Reviewed by Simply Wall St
As global markets navigate rising U.S. Treasury yields and a cautious economic outlook, small-cap stocks have faced increased pressure compared to their large-cap counterparts. Despite these challenges, identifying stocks with strong fundamentals can provide opportunities for investors seeking value in an uncertain environment.
Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals
| Name | Debt To Equity | Revenue Growth | Earnings Growth | Health Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zona Franca de Iquique | NA | 7.94% | 12.83% | ★★★★★★ |
| Eagle Financial Services | 169.49% | 12.30% | 1.92% | ★★★★★★ |
| Morris State Bancshares | 17.84% | 4.83% | 6.58% | ★★★★★★ |
| Franklin Financial Services | 222.36% | 5.55% | -1.86% | ★★★★★★ |
| Impellam Group | 31.12% | -5.43% | -6.86% | ★★★★★★ |
| Ovostar Union | 0.01% | 10.19% | 49.85% | ★★★★★★ |
| First Northern Community Bancorp | NA | 7.12% | 10.04% | ★★★★★★ |
| Tianyun International Holdings | 10.09% | -5.59% | -9.92% | ★★★★★★ |
| Wilson | 64.79% | 30.09% | 68.29% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| A2B Australia | 15.83% | -7.78% | 25.44% | ★★★★☆☆ |
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
Baida GroupLtd (SHSE:600865)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Baida Group Co., Ltd operates department stores in China and has a market capitalization of approximately CN¥3.94 billion.
Operations: Baida Group Co., Ltd generates revenue through its department store operations in China. The company has a market capitalization of approximately CN¥3.94 billion.
Baida Group Ltd. showcases a strong financial position, being debt-free and boasting a notable earnings growth of 69.3% over the past year, outpacing the Multiline Retail industry at -6.8%. This performance is partly due to a significant one-off gain of CN¥45.2 million in its recent results up to September 2024. Despite sales dropping to CN¥142.49 million from CN¥152.02 million, net income soared to CN¥131.53 million from last year's CN¥20.81 million for the same period, reflecting improved profitability with basic earnings per share climbing from CNY 0.06 to CNY 0.35.
- Delve into the full analysis health report here for a deeper understanding of Baida GroupLtd.
Gain insights into Baida GroupLtd's past trends and performance with our Past report.
Sichuan Huiyu Pharmaceutical (SHSE:688553)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Sichuan Huiyu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. is engaged in the research, development, production, and sale of anti-tumor and injection drugs both in China and internationally, with a market capitalization of CN¥6.46 billion.
Operations: Huiyu Pharmaceutical generates revenue primarily from its medicine segment, totaling CN¥1.12 billion.
Huiyu Pharma, a nimble player in the pharmaceutical sector, reported impressive earnings growth of 171% over the past year, outpacing its industry by a wide margin. The company’s net income for the nine months ending September 2024 was CNY 227.35 million, up from CNY 88.94 million a year earlier. Despite this strong performance, Huiyu's earnings have seen an annual decline of nearly 20% over five years due to large one-off gains like CN¥179 million impacting recent results. Its debt-to-equity ratio improved significantly from 24.8 to 17.4 over five years, indicating prudent financial management.
- Get an in-depth perspective on Sichuan Huiyu Pharmaceutical's performance by reading our health report here.
Learn about Sichuan Huiyu Pharmaceutical's historical performance.
Beingmate (SZSE:002570)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Beingmate Co., Ltd. is a company that focuses on the research, development, production, and sale of children's and nutritious food products in China with a market cap of CN¥5.67 billion.
Operations: Beingmate generates revenue primarily from milk powder, contributing CN¥2.42 billion, followed by rice noodles at CN¥58.99 million.
Beingmate, a promising player in the food industry, has recently turned profitable, with its earnings outpacing the sector's -2.4% growth rate. Its net debt to equity ratio stands at a satisfactory 0.9%, reflecting strong financial health. The company reported sales of CNY 2.09 billion for the first nine months of 2024, up from CNY 1.92 billion last year, with net income climbing to CNY 71.79 million from CNY 49.41 million previously. Additionally, Beingmate repurchased approximately 47 million shares for CNY 132.35 million this year under its buyback program announced in January, enhancing shareholder value amidst volatile share price movements recently observed over three months.
- Dive into the specifics of Beingmate here with our thorough health report.
Review our historical performance report to gain insights into Beingmate's's past performance.
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About SHSE:688553
Sichuan Huiyu Pharmaceutical
Research and develops, produces, and sells anti-tumor and injection drugs in China and internationally.
