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Undiscovered Gems Promising Small Caps For December 2024
Reviewed by Simply Wall St
As global markets navigate a landscape marked by rate cuts from the ECB and SNB, and anticipation of further action from the Federal Reserve, small-cap stocks have faced challenges with the Russell 2000 Index underperforming against larger indices like the S&P 500. Despite these hurdles, opportunities remain for discerning investors who seek out small-cap companies that demonstrate resilience and potential for growth amid economic fluctuations. Identifying such "undiscovered gems" requires a focus on strong fundamentals and adaptability in shifting market conditions.
Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals
| Name | Debt To Equity | Revenue Growth | Earnings Growth | Health Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padma Oil | 0.76% | 4.42% | 9.81% | ★★★★★★ |
| Ovostar Union | 0.01% | 10.19% | 49.85% | ★★★★★★ |
| Boursa Kuwait Securities Company K.P.S.C | NA | 14.28% | 2.26% | ★★★★★★ |
| Tianyun International Holdings | 10.09% | -5.59% | -9.92% | ★★★★★★ |
| National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.) | NA | 11.69% | 30.36% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Steamships Trading | 33.60% | 4.17% | 3.90% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Al-Enma'a Real Estate Company K.S.C.P | 16.44% | -13.00% | 21.11% | ★★★★★☆ |
| National Investments Company K.S.C.P | 26.01% | 3.66% | 4.99% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| A2B Australia | 15.83% | -7.78% | 25.44% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Al-Ahleia Insurance CompanyK.P | 8.09% | 10.04% | 16.85% | ★★★★☆☆ |
Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.
Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel de la Touraine et du Poitou Société Coopérative (ENXTPA:CRTO)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel de La Touraine et du Poitou Société Coopérative offers a range of banking products and services in France, with a market capitalization of approximately €457.70 million.
Operations: Crédit Agricole Mutuel de La Touraine et du Poitou generates revenue primarily from its Proximity Bank segment, contributing €254.46 million, and Management for Own Account and Miscellaneous activities, adding €94.09 million. The company’s financial performance is influenced by these key segments within its banking operations in France.
Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel de la Touraine et du Poitou, a cooperative bank with total assets of €16.9 billion and equity of €2.7 billion, presents an intriguing opportunity. Total loans stand at €14.2 billion against deposits of €13.5 billion, showcasing robust lending activity supported by primarily low-risk funding sources (95% customer deposits). The bank maintains a commendable bad loans ratio at 1.3%, with a sufficient allowance for bad loans at 132%. Notably, earnings have grown by 9.3% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of 5.3%, while trading significantly below its estimated fair value by 57.8%.
Hangzhou Toka InkLtd (SHSE:688571)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Hangzhou Toka Ink Co., Ltd. focuses on the research, development, production, and sale of energy-saving and environmentally friendly ink products, digital materials, and functional materials with a market capitalization of CN¥3.02 billion.
Operations: Toka Ink generates revenue primarily from the sale of ink products, digital materials, and functional materials. The company's financial performance is highlighted by its gross profit margin of 35.62%, indicating effective cost management in its production processes.
Hangzhou Toka Ink, a smaller player in the chemicals sector, has demonstrated notable financial resilience. Their earnings growth of 23% over the past year outpaced the industry average of -4.7%. The company's net income for the first nine months of 2024 rose to CNY 101 million from CNY 83 million last year, reflecting strong operational performance. Trading at a value perceived to be 22% below its estimated fair value suggests potential upside for investors seeking undervalued opportunities. Additionally, their debt-to-equity ratio increased modestly from 0% to just over 2%, indicating prudent financial management amidst expansion efforts.
NIPPON PARKING DEVELOPMENTLtd (TSE:2353)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: NIPPON PARKING DEVELOPMENT Co., Ltd. engages in providing consulting services for parking lots both in Japan and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥68.62 billion.
Operations: NIPPON PARKING DEVELOPMENT Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its Parking Lot Business, which accounts for ¥17.48 billion, followed by the Ski Resort and Theme Park businesses with ¥8.59 billion and ¥7.04 billion respectively. The company's net profit margin is a key financial metric to consider when evaluating its profitability trends over time.
With a solid earnings growth of 28.1% last year, Nippon Parking Development is outperforming its industry peers significantly, surpassing the Commercial Services sector's 8.7% growth rate. The company's high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow indicate robust financial health. Despite an increase in the debt to equity ratio from 61.4% to 87.3% over five years, it maintains more cash than total debt, suggesting prudent financial management. Interest payments are comfortably covered by EBIT at a multiple of 92x, highlighting strong operational efficiency and stability in its fiscal structure amidst market challenges.
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Hangzhou Toka InkLtd
Hangzhou Toka Ink Co., Ltd. engages in the research and development, produces, and sells energy-saving and environmentally friendly ink products, digital materials, and functional materials.
