Global markets have shown mixed results recently, with small- and mid-cap indexes posting gains amid hopes for easing trade tensions between major economies. As investors navigate these developments, the appeal of penny stocks—typically representing smaller or newer companies—remains significant. Despite their vintage name, penny stocks can offer surprising value and potential growth when backed by solid financial foundations.
Top 10 Penny Stocks Globally
| Name | Share Price | Market Cap | Rewards & Risks |
| CNMC Goldmine Holdings (Catalist:5TP) | SGD0.41 | SGD166.17M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis > |
| Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) (SGX:BS6) | SGD2.21 | SGD8.7B | ✅ 5 ⚠️ 0 View Analysis > |
| SKP Resources Bhd (KLSE:SKPRES) | MYR1.02 | MYR1.59B | ✅ 5 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis > |
| NEXG Berhad (KLSE:NEXG) | MYR0.325 | MYR943.2M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis > |
| BP Plastics Holding Bhd (KLSE:BPPLAS) | MYR1.00 | MYR281.48M | ✅ 3 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis > |
| DXN Holdings Bhd (KLSE:DXN) | MYR0.505 | MYR2.51B | ✅ 5 ⚠️ 0 View Analysis > |
| Lever Style (SEHK:1346) | HK$1.18 | HK$738.21M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis > |
| Warpaint London (AIM:W7L) | £3.95 | £319.11M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis > |
| Foresight Group Holdings (LSE:FSG) | £3.975 | £448.25M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis > |
| Bisalloy Steel Group (ASX:BIS) | A$3.31 | A$158.96M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis > |
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Antong Holdings (SHSE:600179)
Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Antong Holdings Co., Ltd. operates in the container shipping and transport logistics sector in China, with a market cap of approximately CN¥12.25 billion.
Operations: Antong Holdings Co., Ltd. does not report specific revenue segments.
Market Cap: CN¥12.25B
Antong Holdings has demonstrated strong financial performance, with earnings growing by 49.3% over the past year, outpacing the shipping industry's growth. The company's net profit margins improved from 7.4% to 10%, and its debt is well-covered by operating cash flow at a ratio of 246.6%. Recent earnings reports show significant revenue and net income increases for Q1 2025 compared to the previous year, with sales reaching CN¥2.04 billion and net income rising to CN¥241.45 million. Antong's price-to-earnings ratio of 15.7x suggests it may offer good value relative to the broader Chinese market average of 38.3x.
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Jiangsu Jiangnan High Polymer FiberLtd (SHSE:600527)
Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Jiangsu Jiangnan High Polymer Fiber Co., Ltd specializes in the production and sale of composite short-fibers and polyester tops both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥3.67 billion.
Operations: There are no reported revenue segments available for this company.
Market Cap: CN¥3.67B
Jiangsu Jiangnan High Polymer Fiber Co., Ltd has faced challenges with declining earnings, reporting a 13.6% drop over the past year, while its revenue for Q1 2025 reached CN¥128.55 million, showing modest growth from the previous year. The company's net profit margin improved to 7%, up from 5.7%. Although debt-free and not experiencing significant shareholder dilution recently, its return on equity remains low at 1.8%. A recent share buyback indicates efforts to enhance shareholder value amid a backdrop of stable weekly volatility and an inexperienced board with an average tenure of just 1.3 years.
- Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Jiangsu Jiangnan High Polymer FiberLtd stock in this financial health report.
- Gain insights into Jiangsu Jiangnan High Polymer FiberLtd's historical outcomes by reviewing our past performance report.
ZJBC Information Technology (SZSE:000889)
Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: ZJBC Information Technology Co., Ltd, listed under the ticker SZSE:000889, primarily offers information intelligent transmission services in China and has a market capitalization of approximately CN¥2.71 billion.
Operations: The company generates its revenue of CN¥1.47 billion from operations within China.
Market Cap: CN¥2.71B
ZJBC Information Technology Co., Ltd, with a market cap of CN¥2.71 billion, has shown resilience despite being unprofitable, reducing its net loss from CN¥125.3 million to CN¥35.43 million over the past year while increasing annual revenue slightly to CN¥1.46 billion. The company maintains more cash than debt and has not significantly diluted shareholders recently. However, short-term liabilities exceed short-term assets by a small margin, and the company's return on equity is negative at -36.79%. ZJBC's board and management team are experienced, providing stability amid stable weekly volatility in its stock performance.
- Get an in-depth perspective on ZJBC Information Technology's performance by reading our balance sheet health report here.
- Understand ZJBC Information Technology's track record by examining our performance history report.
Summing It All Up
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