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Exploring Undiscovered Gems in Hong Kong This October 2024

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As global markets navigate the complexities of rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, Hong Kong's stock market has shown resilience, with the Hang Seng Index climbing significantly in recent weeks. This environment presents a unique opportunity to explore lesser-known stocks that may offer potential growth amid broader economic shifts. Identifying promising stocks often involves looking at companies with strong fundamentals and innovative strategies that can thrive even in uncertain times.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Hong Kong

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Lion Rock Group16.91%14.33%10.15%★★★★★★
E-Commodities Holdings21.33%9.04%28.46%★★★★★★
C&D Property Management Group1.32%37.15%41.55%★★★★★★
ManpowerGroup Greater ChinaNA14.56%1.58%★★★★★★
COSCO SHIPPING International (Hong Kong)NA-3.84%16.33%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
Xin Point Holdings1.77%10.88%22.83%★★★★★☆
Lvji Technology Holdings3.06%4.56%-1.87%★★★★★☆
Lee's Pharmaceutical Holdings14.22%-1.39%-14.93%★★★★★☆
Pizu Group Holdings48.34%-4.53%-19.78%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 173 stocks from our SEHK Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Kinetic Development Group (SEHK:1277)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Kinetic Development Group Limited is an investment holding company involved in the extraction and sale of coal products in China, with a market capitalization of HK$14.92 billion.

Operations: Kinetic Development Group generates revenue primarily from the sale of coal products in China. The company's financial performance is highlighted by a net profit margin trend that has shown variability over recent periods.

Kinetic Development Group, with a net debt to equity ratio of 4.7%, presents a satisfactory financial standing. The company's earnings growth of 39% over the past year outpaced the Oil and Gas industry average of 5%, showcasing strong performance. Trading at 54% below its estimated fair value, it offers potential upside for investors. Recent results highlighted sales of CNY 2.53 billion and net income of CNY 1.10 billion, reflecting robust revenue expansion from last year’s figures.

SEHK:1277 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024
SEHK:1277 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

Bank of Gansu (SEHK:2139)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Bank of Gansu Co., Ltd., operating alongside its subsidiary Pingliang Jingning Chengji Rural Bank Co., Ltd., offers a range of banking services in the People’s Republic of China and has a market capitalization of HK$6.78 billion.

Operations: The primary revenue streams for Bank of Gansu Co., Ltd. include retail banking, generating CN¥2.10 billion, and corporate banking, contributing CN¥1.21 billion. Financial market operations show a negative impact on revenue with a loss of CN¥368.60 million.

With CN¥422.2 billion in total assets, Bank of Gansu stands as a modest player with a focus on stability through its primarily low-risk funding sources, comprising 86% customer deposits. The bank's net interest margin is 1.5%, and it has an adequate allowance for bad loans at 1.9% of total loans, ensuring resilience against defaults. Despite earnings declining by 6.4% annually over five years, its price-to-earnings ratio of 9.7x suggests potential value compared to the broader Hong Kong market average of 10.6x.

SEHK:2139 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024
SEHK:2139 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

Carote (SEHK:2549)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Carote Ltd is an investment holding company that offers a variety of kitchenware products to brand-owners and retailers under the CAROTE brand, with a market cap of HK$3.91 billion.

Operations: Carote Ltd generates revenue primarily from its Branded Business, contributing CN¥1.58 billion, and its ODM Business, which adds CN¥210.80 million. The Branded Business is the dominant segment in terms of revenue contribution.

Carote, a small player in the market, recently completed an IPO, raising HK$750.62 million with shares priced at HK$5.78 each. Over the past year, earnings surged by 92%, outpacing the Consumer Durables industry average of 20%. The company holds more cash than its total debt and trades at nearly 78% below its fair value estimate. Despite high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow, share liquidity remains low.

SEHK:2549 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
SEHK:2549 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

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