Undiscovered Gems in the UK to Watch February 2025

As the UK market grapples with global economic challenges, notably impacted by weak trade data from China, the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices have experienced declines, reflecting broader concerns about international demand and commodity prices. In this environment of uncertainty, identifying promising small-cap stocks requires a focus on companies with resilient business models and growth potential that can withstand external pressures.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In The United Kingdom

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Livermore Investments Group	NA	9.92%	13.65%	★★★★★★
B.P. Marsh & Partners	NA	29.42%	31.34%	★★★★★★
M&G Credit Income Investment Trust	NA	17.28%	15.80%	★★★★★★
Andrews Sykes Group	NA	2.15%	4.93%	★★★★★★
London Security	0.22%	10.13%	7.75%	★★★★★★
VH Global Energy Infrastructure	NA	18.30%	20.03%	★★★★★★
Rights and Issues Investment Trust	NA	-3.68%	-4.07%	★★★★★★
FW Thorpe	5.89%	11.97%	12.07%	★★★★★☆
Goodwin	37.02%	9.75%	15.68%	★★★★★☆
BBGI Global Infrastructure	0.02%	3.08%	6.85%	★★★★★☆

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Griffin Mining (AIM:GFM)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Griffin Mining Limited is a mining and investment company focused on the mining, exploration, and development of mineral properties, with a market cap of £267.56 million.

Operations: Griffin Mining generates revenue primarily from its Caijiaying Zinc Gold Mine, amounting to $162.25 million.

Griffin Mining, a nimble player in the UK market, recently reported a significant earnings growth of 116.5% over the past year, outpacing the Metals and Mining industry average of 13%. The company is debt-free, which removes concerns about interest payments and positions it well for future growth. Trading at 32.2% below its estimated fair value suggests potential upside for investors. Recent operational updates include resumed activities at the Caijiaying Mine after receiving necessary approvals and a change in auditors to BDO LLP following PwC's departure due to unrelated regulatory issues in China.

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Hargreaves Services (AIM:HSP)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Hargreaves Services Plc offers environmental and industrial services across the United Kingdom, Europe, Hong Kong, and other international markets with a market cap of £205.68 million.

Operations: Hargreaves Services generates revenue primarily from its services segment, amounting to £219.11 million, with additional contributions from Hargreaves Land at £10.54 million.

Hargreaves Services, a relatively small player in the UK market, shows promise with its recent financial performance. The company reported half-year sales of £125.34 million, up from £110.17 million the previous year, and net income increased to £3.99 million from £1.71 million. Basic earnings per share rose to 12 pence from 5 pence a year ago, indicating strong profitability improvements despite a one-off gain of £6.2M affecting results until November 2024. With no debt on its books and trading at 45% below estimated fair value, Hargreaves appears well-positioned for future growth in the infrastructure sector under new COO Simon Hicks's leadership starting June 2025.

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Yü Group (AIM:YU.)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Yü Group PLC, with a market cap of £271.91 million, supplies energy and utility solutions primarily in the United Kingdom through its subsidiaries.

Operations: Yü Group generates revenue primarily from supplying energy and utility solutions in the UK. Its financial performance includes a market capitalization of £271.91 million.

Yü Group, a dynamic player in the UK market, has seen its earnings soar by 400% over the past year, outpacing the Renewable Energy sector's -5%. The company is trading at nearly 30% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential for upside. Despite an increase in its debt-to-equity ratio from 0% to 5% over five years, Yü maintains more cash than total debt and comfortably covers interest payments with profits. With revenue expected to grow by about 16% annually and high-quality earnings reported, Yü appears well-positioned despite forecasted declines in earnings.

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