Discovering August 2025's Global Penny Stock Opportunities

Simply Wall St

As global markets experience fluctuations driven by inflation data and interest rate speculation, investors are keenly watching for opportunities. Penny stocks, often seen as remnants of past market eras, continue to offer potential for growth and affordability. With a focus on financial strength and growth potential, these smaller or newer companies can present intriguing opportunities in today's economic landscape.

Top 10 Penny Stocks Globally

NameShare PriceMarket CapRewards & Risks
EZZ Life Science Holdings (ASX:EZZ)A$2.59A$128.31M✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Lever Style (SEHK:1346)HK$1.58HK$1.01B✅ 4 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis >
GTN (ASX:GTN)A$0.40A$74.36M✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
HSS Engineers Berhad (KLSE:HSSEB)MYR0.665MYR338.14M✅ 4 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis >
TK Group (Holdings) (SEHK:2283)HK$2.63HK$2.17B✅ 3 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis >
Angler Gaming (NGM:ANGL)SEK3.60SEK269.95M✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
CNMC Goldmine Holdings (Catalist:5TP)SGD0.63SGD255.33M✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) (SGX:BS6)SGD2.87SGD11.3B✅ 5 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis >
Begbies Traynor Group (AIM:BEG)£1.18£187.55M✅ 4 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis >
Netgem (ENXTPA:ALNTG)€0.942€31.77M✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >

Click here to see the full list of 3,792 stocks from our Global Penny Stocks screener.

Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Heartland Group Holdings (NZSE:HGH)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Heartland Group Holdings Limited operates in New Zealand and Australia, offering a range of financial services, with a market cap of approximately NZ$808.49 million.

Operations: Heartland Group Holdings Limited does not report specific revenue segments but operates across New Zealand and Australia, providing various financial services.

Market Cap: NZ$808.49M

Heartland Group Holdings Limited, with a market cap of NZ$808.49 million, recently reported a significant decline in net income to NZ$38.81 million for the year ended June 30, 2025, from NZ$74.55 million the previous year. The company's earnings per share also decreased notably. Despite having stable weekly volatility and primarily low-risk funding through customer deposits (88% of liabilities), Heartland faces challenges such as low return on equity (3.2%) and declining profit margins (15.4% from 30.6%). The management and board are relatively inexperienced with average tenures under two years, potentially impacting strategic direction.

NZSE:HGH Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Aug 2025

Cybernaut International Holdings (SEHK:1020)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Cybernaut International Holdings Company Limited, with a market cap of HK$522.43 million, operates through its subsidiaries to offer e-commerce solutions and related support services across the People’s Republic of China, Europe, North America, and Hong Kong.

Operations: The company's revenue is derived from its Internet Business, generating CN¥74.98 million, and its Money Lending Business, contributing CN¥18.26 million.

Market Cap: HK$522.43M

Cybernaut International Holdings, with a market cap of HK$522.43 million, faces challenges as it remains unprofitable despite generating CN¥93.24 million in revenue last year from its Internet and Money Lending businesses. The company's net loss increased to CN¥43.99 million, reflecting financial strain exacerbated by a high debt-to-equity ratio of 219.9%. However, Cybernaut has over three years of cash runway due to positive free cash flow growth and short-term assets exceeding liabilities. Recent board changes introduced seasoned private equity professional Lee Kam Wing Victor as an independent director, potentially bringing valuable strategic insight amid ongoing volatility in share price performance.

SEHK:1020 Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Aug 2025

Feiyu Technology International (SEHK:1022)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Feiyu Technology International Company Ltd. is an investment holding company involved in the development, operation, and distribution of various games in Mainland China, with a market cap of HK$1.01 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily generated through the provision of online game services, amounting to CN¥276.75 million.

Market Cap: HK$1.01B

Feiyu Technology International, with a market cap of HK$1.01 billion, is navigating the challenges typical of penny stocks while showing signs of potential recovery. Despite being unprofitable in recent years, Feiyu has reduced its losses by 37.9% annually over five years and maintains more cash than debt. Recent guidance indicates a promising shift to profitability for the six months ending June 2025, driven by revenue growth from its game Yi Bu Liang Bu and investment income improvements. The company’s seasoned management and board provide stability amid high share price volatility and ongoing industry challenges.

SEHK:1022 Financial Position Analysis as at Aug 2025

Summing It All Up

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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