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Discovering Avrupakent Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi Anonim Sirketi And 2 Other Hidden Small Caps With Strong Foundations

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In a global market environment characterized by mixed economic signals and fluctuating indices, small-cap stocks have faced notable challenges, with the Russell 2000 Index underperforming compared to its larger counterparts. As central banks globally adjust interest rates to navigate economic uncertainties, investors are increasingly seeking out small-cap companies that demonstrate strong fundamentals and resilience in this shifting landscape. Identifying stocks with solid foundations is crucial for navigating such volatile conditions, providing potential opportunities amid broader market fluctuations.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Marítima de InversionesNA82.67%21.14%★★★★★★
Nitto Fuji Flour MillingLtd0.86%6.39%4.69%★★★★★★
Bahrain National Holding Company B.S.CNA20.11%5.44%★★★★★★
Ovostar Union0.01%10.19%49.85%★★★★★★
Yulie Sekuritas IndonesiaNA18.62%9.58%★★★★★★
Lithium ChileNAnan42.01%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
Arab Insurance Group (B.S.C.)NA-59.20%20.33%★★★★★☆
Arab Banking Corporation (B.S.C.)213.15%18.58%29.63%★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia15.83%-7.78%25.44%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 4507 stocks from our Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

Avrupakent Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:AVPGY)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Avrupakent Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi Anonim Sirketi operates in Turkey, focusing on real estate development, leasing, and business administration activities, with a market capitalization of TRY21.88 billion.

Operations: Avrupakent generates revenue primarily from its Residential and Office Project segment, contributing TRY788.23 million, and Rental Offices and Shopping Centers segment, adding TRY1.24 billion. The company's market capitalization stands at TRY21.88 billion.

Avrupakent Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi Anonim Sirketi, a small player in the real estate investment sector, has shown remarkable financial resilience. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 1.8x is significantly lower than the TR market average of 16.3x, suggesting potential undervaluation. The company is debt-free, eliminating concerns over interest payments and showcasing robust earnings growth of 150% over the past year—far outpacing the REITs industry average of -50%. Recent reports highlight a turnaround with third-quarter net income at TRY 75.88 million compared to a loss last year, alongside nine-month sales reaching TRY 5.59 billion from TRY 3.20 billion previously.

IBSE:AVPGY Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Dec 2024

IG Port (TSE:3791)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: IG Port, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, is an animation production company serving both Japanese and international markets with a market cap of ¥50.45 billion.

Operations: IG Port generates revenue primarily through animation production, with a market cap of ¥50.45 billion. The company's financial performance is influenced by its cost structure and operational efficiencies, impacting its net profit margin.

IG Port, a nimble player in the entertainment sector, recently joined the S&P Global BMI Index, marking a notable milestone. This company boasts impressive earnings growth of 23.7% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of -7%. With no debt on its books and a history of reducing its debt-to-equity ratio from 4.5% five years ago to zero today, financial stability seems strong. The firm is also free cash flow positive with US$1.83 million recorded recently and has high-quality earnings that enhance investor confidence despite recent share price volatility.

TSE:3791 Debt to Equity as at Dec 2024

MLP (XTRA:MLP)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: MLP SE, with a market cap of €649.23 million, operates in Germany offering financial services to private, corporate, and institutional clients through its subsidiaries.

Operations: MLP SE generates revenue primarily from Financial Consulting (€436.56 million), FERI (€253.38 million), and Banking (€216.22 million) segments, with additional contributions from DOMCURA and Deutschland.Immobilien.

MLP is capturing attention with its robust financial health and promising growth trajectory. Trading at 47% below its estimated fair value, this company offers potential upside for investors. In the past year, MLP's earnings surged by 30%, outpacing the Capital Markets industry average of 11.6%. The firm remains debt-free, eliminating concerns over interest payments and enhancing financial flexibility. Recent announcements reveal impressive figures: Q3 sales hit €245 million compared to €205 million last year, while net income rose to €10 million from €7 million previously. With a raised EBIT forecast between €85-95 million for 2024, MLP seems poised for continued success in the coming years.

XTRA:MLP Debt to Equity as at Dec 2024

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