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Exploring Undiscovered Gems In Hong Kong July 2024

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Amid a backdrop of global market fluctuations and specific economic events, the Hong Kong stock market presents a unique landscape for investors looking to explore potential opportunities. As small-cap stocks gain traction in broader indices, understanding the nuances of these 'undiscovered gems' becomes crucial in navigating through current market conditions.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Hong Kong

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
E-Commodities Holdings23.22%6.87%31.81%★★★★★★
S.A.S. Dragon Holdings37.35%4.13%12.06%★★★★★★
PW Medtech GroupNA17.93%-2.70%★★★★★★
China Leon Inspection Holding17.06%24.06%27.08%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
JiaXing Gas Group17.72%26.04%22.07%★★★★★☆
Xin Point Holdings2.03%9.80%15.04%★★★★★☆
Hung Hing Printing Group3.97%-2.51%33.57%★★★★★☆
Mulsanne Group Holding186.88%-12.02%-43.54%★★★★☆☆
Laopu Gold8.43%26.56%36.28%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 177 stocks from our SEHK Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

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

CITIC Telecom International Holdings (SEHK:1883)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited operates globally as an investment holding company, specializing in international telecommunications services, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$9.88 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through the sale of telecommunications services, evidenced by consistent year-over-year revenue growth, reaching HK$10.46 billion by mid-2023. It manages costs related to goods sold and operational expenses while achieving a net income margin increase from 21.34% in late 2013 to 12.81% by mid-2023, reflecting strategic financial management despite varying operating costs and depreciation expenses over the years.

CITIC Telecom International Holdings, a lesser-known yet promising entity in Hong Kong's telecom sector, has demonstrated robust financial health and growth potential. With earnings growth of 3.4% over the past year and a net debt to equity ratio significantly reduced from 77.1% to 36.2%, the company is well-positioned within its industry. Recent strategic moves include a comprehensive service agreement with CITIC Group, enhancing its offerings in data services and cloud solutions, poised to bolster future performance.

SEHK:1883 Debt to Equity as at Jul 2024
SEHK:1883 Debt to Equity as at Jul 2024

C&D Property Management Group (SEHK:2156)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: C&D Property Management Group Co. Limited is an investment holding company specializing in property management for both residential and non-residential properties across the People's Republic of China, with a market capitalization of HK$3.91 billion.

Operations: C&D Property Management Group generates its revenue primarily through the provision of property management services and value-added services, with a notable gross profit margin increase to 28.06% by the end of 2023. The company has demonstrated a consistent ability to grow its net income, which reached CN¥467.35 million in the latest reported period.

C&D Property Management Group Co. Limited, a notable player in Hong Kong's real estate sector, has demonstrated robust financial health and growth potential. Over the past five years, the company significantly reduced its debt-to-equity ratio from 1736% to 1.2%, indicating strong financial management. Recent performance highlights include an impressive 89% earnings growth over the past year, surpassing the industry average of 0.4%. Additionally, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 7.8x—below Hong Kong's market average of 9.4x—the company presents as undervalued relative to its peers. Recently, C&D declared a special dividend of HKD 0.1 per share and affirmed a final dividend of HKD 0.16 for the year ended December 2023 at their AGM on May 24th, reflecting confidence in ongoing profitability and cash flow stability.

SEHK:2156 Debt to Equity as at Jul 2024
SEHK:2156 Debt to Equity as at Jul 2024

LEPU ScienTech Medical Technology (Shanghai) (SEHK:2291)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: LEPU ScienTech Medical Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is an investment holding company that specializes in the R&D, manufacturing, and sale of interventional medical devices globally, with a market capitalization of HK$6.42 billion.

Operations: The company primarily generates its revenue from the occluder business, which has consistently recorded a high gross profit margin, reaching 88.62% as of the latest reported period in 2024. It incurs significant operating expenses, particularly in research and development and sales and marketing, to support its technological advancements and market reach.

LEPU ScienTech Medical Technology (Shanghai) has emerged as a noteworthy contender in the Hong Kong market, especially with its innovative MemoSorb® device gaining traction after recent approvals. The company's financials reflect robust growth, with net profit predictions for mid-2024 showing an increase of up to 97% year-over-year. This surge is supported by effective commercial strategies and strong R&D capabilities. Additionally, the firm's commitment to shareholder value is evident from its recent dividend announcement of RMB 0.57 per share.

SEHK:2291 Debt to Equity as at Jul 2024
SEHK:2291 Debt to Equity as at Jul 2024

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