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Undervalued European Small Caps With Insider Action For August 2025
Reviewed by Simply Wall St
The European market has shown resilience, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index rising by 1.18% amid easing trade tensions and optimism regarding potential U.S. interest rate cuts. As major indices like France’s CAC 40 and Germany’s DAX experience gains, investors are increasingly focusing on small-cap stocks that may offer attractive valuations in this dynamic environment. Identifying good stocks often involves looking for companies with solid fundamentals and growth potential that align well with current economic conditions and market sentiment.
Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In Europe
Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
---|---|---|---|---|
Kitwave Group | 12.1x | 0.3x | 48.70% | ★★★★★☆ |
Foxtons Group | 10.8x | 1.0x | 39.55% | ★★★★★☆ |
NCC Group | NA | 1.4x | 11.53% | ★★★★☆☆ |
CVS Group | 45.4x | 1.3x | 37.66% | ★★★★☆☆ |
Stelrad Group | 42.1x | 0.7x | 36.84% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Nyab | 23.0x | 1.0x | 32.83% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
A.G. BARR | 19.2x | 1.8x | 46.79% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Hoist Finance | 10.6x | 2.1x | 16.86% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Oxford Instruments | 40.2x | 2.1x | 18.25% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Karnov Group | 216.9x | 4.6x | 34.80% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.
CVS Group (AIM:CVSG)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: CVS Group operates primarily in the veterinary services sector, offering services through its veterinary practices, laboratories, crematoria, and online retail business, with a market cap of £1.36 billion.
Operations: The primary revenue stream for the company is derived from Veterinary Practices, contributing £600.50 million, followed by Online Retail Business at £48.50 million and Laboratories at £30.90 million. The company's gross profit margin has shown variability, reaching 44.23% in recent periods before slightly declining to 42.90%. Operating expenses are significant, with General & Administrative Expenses being a major component, impacting overall profitability despite the robust revenue generation from its core segments.
PE: 45.4x
CVS Group, a smaller European company, has recently seen insider confidence with share purchases in the past six months. Despite a dip in profit margins from 7.3% to 2.9%, earnings are projected to grow by 18.2% annually, suggesting potential for future expansion. However, their financial position is strained as interest payments aren't fully covered by earnings and liabilities rely entirely on external borrowing, which carries higher risk without customer deposits as a buffer.
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Examine CVS Group's past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past.
Marshalls (LSE:MSLH)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Marshalls is a UK-based company specializing in the production and supply of landscaping, building, and roofing products, with a market capitalization of approximately £1.34 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from three segments: Roofing Products, Building Products, and Landscaping Products. Over recent periods, the gross profit margin has shown some fluctuations but generally remains around 62-63%. Operating expenses constitute a significant portion of costs, with General & Administrative Expenses being a notable component. The net income margin has varied across periods, reflecting changes in operating efficiency and cost management.
PE: 20.2x
Marshalls, a European company with a small market presence, recently reported half-year sales of £319.5 million, up from £306.7 million the previous year. Despite this increase, net income dropped to £8.9 million from £16.1 million, reflecting challenges in maintaining profitability amidst growth forecasts of 22% annually for earnings. Insider confidence is evident as executives have increased their stock holdings over the past few months, indicating belief in future prospects despite current dividend cuts and leadership changes on the board.
- Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Marshalls' valuation report.
Review our historical performance report to gain insights into Marshalls''s past performance.
Lime Technologies (OM:LIME)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Lime Technologies specializes in selling and implementing CRM software systems, with a market cap of approximately SEK 2.5 billion.
Operations: Lime Technologies generates revenue primarily from selling and implementing software, specifically CRM systems, with recent figures indicating a gross profit margin of 48.37%. The company's cost structure includes significant expenses in operating and non-operating areas, with depreciation and amortization being notable components.
PE: 44.5x
Lime Technologies, a European tech company, exhibits potential as an undervalued investment. Recent earnings for Q2 2025 show revenue growth to SEK 183.19 million from SEK 174.71 million year-on-year, with net income rising to SEK 26.16 million from SEK 20.42 million. Insider confidence is evident as the CFO bought shares worth approximately US$101K in July 2025, signaling belief in future prospects despite reliance on external borrowing for funding. The company is actively seeking acquisitions in Lime CRM and Sportadmin to bolster growth further this year.
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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.
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About LSE:MSLH
Marshalls
Manufactures and sells landscape, building, and roofing products in the United Kingdom and internationally.
Excellent balance sheet with proven track record and pays a dividend.
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