Exploring Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel du Languedoc Société coopérative And 2 Other Hidden Small Cap Gems
Reviewed by Simply Wall St
As the European markets react to the latest interest rate cut by the ECB, France's CAC 40 Index has shown a modest gain of 1.54%, reflecting cautious optimism amid signs of weakening economic growth and slowing inflation in the eurozone. This environment presents an opportune moment to explore some lesser-known small-cap stocks that might be poised for growth. In this article, we will uncover three hidden gems in France’s market, starting with Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel du Languedoc Société coopérative.
Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In France
| Name | Debt To Equity | Revenue Growth | Earnings Growth | Health Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel Brie Picardie Société coopérative | 34.89% | 3.23% | 3.61% | ★★★★★★ |
| EssoF | 1.19% | 11.14% | 41.41% | ★★★★★★ |
| Gévelot | 0.25% | 10.64% | 20.33% | ★★★★★★ |
| VIEL & Cie société anonyme | 72.14% | 5.72% | 19.86% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Exacompta Clairefontaine | 30.44% | 6.92% | 31.73% | ★★★★★☆ |
| ADLPartner | 86.83% | 9.59% | 11.00% | ★★★★★☆ |
| La Forestière Equatoriale | 0.00% | -50.76% | 49.41% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel Alpes Provence Société coopérative | 391.01% | 4.67% | 17.31% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Fiducial Real Estate | 33.77% | 1.63% | 3.30% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Société Fermière du Casino Municipal de Cannes | 11.60% | 6.69% | 10.30% | ★★★★☆☆ |
We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.
Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel du Languedoc Société coopérative (ENXTPA:CRLA)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel du Languedoc Société coopérative offers a range of banking products and services to diverse client groups in France, with a market cap of €919.62 million.
Operations: The cooperative generates revenue through various banking products and services catering to individuals, professionals, farmers, businesses, and other client groups in France. With a market cap of €919.62 million, it focuses on diverse financial offerings within the regional market.
Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel du Languedoc Société coopérative, with total assets of €35.3B and equity of €5.2B, has shown resilience in a challenging market. Total deposits are €28.2B, while total loans stand at €29.0B. The company has an appropriate level of bad loans (1.4%) and a sufficient allowance for bad loans (133%). Earnings growth over the past year was 1.3%, outperforming the industry average (-4.9%). Additionally, 94% of its liabilities come from low-risk funding sources like customer deposits, providing stability in uncertain times.
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 provides various banking products and services in France with a market cap of €407.55 million.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its Proximity Bank segment (€253.67 million) and Management for Own Account and Miscellaneous activities (€92.57 million).
Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel de la Touraine et du Poitou Société Coopérative, with total assets of €16.9B and equity of €2.7B, stands out for its robust financial health. Deposits total €13.5B against loans of €14.1B, supported by a sufficient allowance for bad loans at 134%. Impressively, earnings grew by 19.5% over the past year, outperforming the industry average of -4.9%. Trading at 61.9% below estimated fair value suggests potential undervaluation for investors seeking growth opportunities in France's banking sector.
Linedata Services (ENXTPA:LIN)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Linedata Services S.A. develops, publishes, and distributes financial software across Southern Europe, Northern Europe, North America, and Asia with a market cap of €379.81 million.
Operations: Linedata Services generates revenue through the development, publication, and distribution of financial software across various regions. The company's market cap stands at €379.81 million.
Linedata Services has demonstrated solid financial performance with earnings growing 22% over the past year, outpacing the software industry’s 10.6%. The company reported net income of €10.55 million for H1 2024, up from €8.48 million a year ago, and basic EPS rose to €2.13 from €1.71. Despite a high net debt to equity ratio of 40.3%, interest payments are well covered by EBIT at 9.6x coverage, reflecting robust operational efficiency and profitability
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About ENXTPA:LIN
Linedata Services
Develops, publishes, and distributes financial software in Southern Europe, Northern Europe, North America, and Asia.
Outstanding track record, undervalued and pays a dividend.
