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Exploring Shanxi Huaxiang Group And 2 Hidden Small Cap Opportunities

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In the wake of a significant rally driven by optimism over potential policy changes following the U.S. election, small-cap stocks have shown notable movement, with the Russell 2000 Index experiencing an impressive surge. As investors navigate these dynamic market conditions, identifying promising small-cap stocks can be particularly rewarding due to their potential for growth and resilience in shifting economic landscapes.

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Shanxi Huaxiang Group (SHSE:603112)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Shanxi Huaxiang Group Co., Ltd. specializes in the research, development, production, and sale of customized metal parts both in China and internationally, with a market capitalization of CN¥5.75 billion.

Operations: Shanxi Huaxiang Group generates revenue through the sale of customized metal parts. The company's financial performance is reflected in its market capitalization of CN¥5.75 billion.

Shanxi Huaxiang Group, a player in the machinery sector, has shown impressive financial health and growth potential. Over the past year, earnings surged by 52.1%, outpacing the industry average of -0.4%. The company trades at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio of 12.8x compared to the broader CN market's 36.8x, indicating good relative value. Despite an increase in its debt-to-equity ratio from 19.6% to 46.4% over five years, its interest payments are well-covered with EBIT at an 11.9x coverage level and it holds more cash than total debt, suggesting sound financial management and stability for future endeavors.

SHSE:603112 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

Hollyland (China) Electronics Technology (SZSE:002729)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Hollyland (China) Electronics Technology Corporation Limited focuses on the research, development, production, and sale of circuit protection products both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥2.76 billion.

Operations: Hollyland generates revenue primarily from its Circuit Protection Components segment, amounting to CN¥329.18 million.

Hollyland Electronics, a promising player in the tech sector, has shown impressive earnings growth of 31.7% over the past year, outpacing the electronic industry's average of 1.8%. The company's recent financials reveal sales reaching CNY 275.73 million for nine months ending September 2024, up from CNY 193.41 million a year ago, with net income climbing to CNY 34.1 million from CNY 17.44 million previously. Despite a slight increase in its debt-to-equity ratio from 3.4% to 3.5%, Hollyland remains financially sound with more cash than total debt and positive free cash flow indicators suggesting robust operational health.

SZSE:002729 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

MTG (TSE:7806)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: MTG Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells health, beauty, and hygiene products in Japan and internationally with a market cap of ¥75.52 billion.

Operations: MTG Co., Ltd. generates its revenue primarily from the sale of health, beauty, and hygiene products in both domestic and international markets. The company's financial performance is influenced by its ability to manage production costs effectively while navigating market demand for its diverse product offerings.

MTG, a company operating without debt for five years, has shown impressive earnings growth of 45.6% over the past year, outpacing the Personal Products industry average of 4.6%. This growth trajectory is expected to continue with forecasts predicting a 12.02% annual increase in earnings. Trading at 15.1% below its estimated fair value, MTG seems to offer good value potential for investors. Recently, MTG completed a share buyback program repurchasing 750,000 shares for ¥1,204 million to enhance capital efficiency and respond flexibly to market changes—demonstrating proactive financial management amidst evolving business conditions.

TSE:7806 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

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