Exploring Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Moves In The United Kingdom July 2024

Amidst a backdrop of declining performance in the UK's FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices, largely influenced by disappointing trade data from China, investors might find potential opportunities in undervalued small-cap stocks. These smaller companies could present unique advantages, especially when considering insider buying trends which often signal confidence in the company's prospects despite broader market uncertainties.

Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In The United Kingdom

Name	PE	PS	Discount to Fair Value	Value Rating
Bytes Technology Group	25.0x	5.7x	0.71%	★★★★★☆
Ultimate Products	9.6x	0.7x	18.19%	★★★★★☆
GB Group	NA	3.1x	23.39%	★★★★★☆
THG	NA	0.4x	43.56%	★★★★★☆
Tracsis	46.7x	2.7x	29.16%	★★★★☆☆
CVS Group	21.2x	1.2x	41.04%	★★★★☆☆
Hochschild Mining	NA	1.8x	47.22%	★★★★☆☆
Norcros	8.2x	0.6x	-16.38%	★★★☆☆☆
Harworth Group	14.9x	7.8x	-632.24%	★★★☆☆☆
ASA International Group	11.5x	0.7x	5.06%	★★★☆☆☆

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Harworth Group (LSE:HWG)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: Harworth Group is a real estate development company specializing in the regeneration of land and property for sustainable development and investment, with a market capitalization of approximately £397 million.

Operations: Income Generation, Capital Growth from Other Property Activities, and Sales of Development Properties are the primary revenue streams for this entity, generating £23.41 million, £2.29 million, and £46.73 million respectively. The company's gross profit margin has shown variability over recent periods with a notable increase to 0.52% by the end of 2023 from earlier figures around 0.17%, reflecting changes in cost management or revenue mix.

PE: 14.9x

Recently, Harworth Group demonstrated insider confidence as Alastair Lyons acquired 50,000 shares, signaling strong belief in the company's prospects. This move aligns with strategic expansions like the development at Gascoigne Interchange in Leeds, poised to generate significant value with its rail-connected logistics hub. Despite relying solely on external borrowing—a riskier funding method—earnings are expected to climb annually by nearly 26%. This growth potential coupled with leadership enhancements and a commitment to dividend payouts underscores Harworth’s appeal amidst undervalued entities in the UK market.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Harworth Group's performance by reading our valuation report here.

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Just Group (LSE:JUST)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Just Group is a financial services company specializing in retirement products and services, with a market capitalization of approximately £0.60 billion.

Operations: The company's gross profit margin has shown significant variability over the observed periods, ranging from as low as 0.029% to a high of 54.28%. Notably, the latest data indicates a substantial increase in gross profit margin to 54.28%, with corresponding revenue of £3.14 billion and gross profit of £1.71 billion for the final reported period.

PE: 9.9x

Just Group, reflecting a strategic confidence boost, saw insiders recently purchasing shares, underscoring their belief in the company's prospects despite its reliance on external borrowing—a higher risk funding strategy. With earnings expected to rise nearly 10% annually, this financial entity also pleased shareholders by declaring a dividend of 1.50 pence per share at its latest AGM. These actions suggest a resilient trajectory for Just Group amidst the competitive landscape of undervalued entities in the UK market.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Just Group with our detailed analytical valuation report.

• Understand Just Group's track record by examining our Past report.

Norcros (LSE:NXR)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: Norcros is a company that specializes in building products, operating with a market capitalization of approximately £392.10 million.

Operations: Building Products generated £392.10 million in revenue, with a notable gross profit margin consistently at 100% over several periods, reflecting the absence of COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) in these calculations. The company's operating expenses have been substantial, impacting net income which showed variability across the observed periods.

PE: 8.2x

With a notable increase in net income from GBP 16.8 million to GBP 26.8 million year-over-year and a solid sales figure of GBP 392.1 million, Norcros has demonstrated financial resilience despite a slight revenue dip from the previous year's GBP 441 million. Recently, insider confidence was bolstered as they purchased shares, signaling trust in the company's future prospects amid forecasts of a modest earnings decline over the next three years. Adding to its appeal, Norcros maintains a consistent dividend payout with an upcoming final dividend set for early August, underpinned by strategic priorities focused on organic growth and operational excellence announced at their latest Capital Markets Event.

• Delve into the full analysis valuation report here for a deeper understanding of Norcros.

• Gain insights into Norcros' past trends and performance with our Past report.

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