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3 Middle Eastern Penny Stocks With Over US$20M Market Cap

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As Middle Eastern markets navigate the complexities of oil oversupply fears and geopolitical developments, investor sentiment remains varied across the region. In such a landscape, penny stocks — often smaller or newer companies — can offer unique opportunities for those seeking value beyond traditional investments. Despite being considered an outdated term by some, these stocks continue to attract interest due to their potential for significant returns when backed by strong financials.

Top 10 Penny Stocks In The Middle East

NameShare PriceMarket CapRewards & Risks
Thob Al Aseel (SASE:4012)SAR4.18SAR1.67B✅ 2 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis >
Keir International (SASE:9542)SAR3.95SAR474M✅ 2 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis >
Alarum Technologies (TASE:ALAR)₪2.781₪194.76M✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Oil Refineries (TASE:ORL)₪0.92₪2.86B✅ 1 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Tarya Israel (TASE:TRA)₪0.549₪162.98M✅ 2 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Tgi Infrastructures (TASE:TGI)₪2.211₪164.37M✅ 2 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Sharjah Cement and Industrial Development (PJSC) (ADX:SCIDC)AED0.71AED431.25M✅ 2 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Dubai National Insurance & Reinsurance (P.S.C.) (DFM:DNIR)AED3.19AED368.44M✅ 2 ⚠️ 4 View Analysis >
E7 Group PJSC (ADX:E7)AED1.00AED2B✅ 3 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
Dubai Investments PJSC (DFM:DIC)AED2.40AED10.16B✅ 2 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis >

Click here to see the full list of 95 stocks from our Middle Eastern Penny Stocks screener.

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

Formet Metal ve Cam Sanayi (IBSE:FORMT)

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

Overview: Formet Metal ve Cam Sanayi A.S. manufactures and sells steel doors primarily in Turkey, with a market cap of TRY2.25 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue of TRY666.25 million from its Building Products segment.

Market Cap: TRY2.25B

Formet Metal ve Cam Sanayi A.S., with a market cap of TRY2.25 billion, operates in the steel door industry and reported TRY666.25 million in revenue for 2024, down from TRY751.38 million the previous year, alongside a net loss of TRY152.44 million. Despite increased losses over five years and short-term cash runway challenges, recent capital raised through a follow-on equity offering of TRY538.13 million may provide some financial relief. The company's debt management shows improvement with a reduced debt to equity ratio from 87.9% to 35.2%, though its high share price volatility remains a concern for investors seeking stability in penny stocks.

IBSE:FORMT Financial Position Analysis as at May 2025
IBSE:FORMT Financial Position Analysis as at May 2025

Pulsenmore (TASE:PULS)

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

Overview: Pulsenmore Ltd. provides self-scan ultrasound devices for remote clinical diagnosis and screening, with a market cap of ₪154.87 million.

Operations: Pulsenmore Ltd. has not reported any specific revenue segments.

Market Cap: ₪154.87M

Pulsenmore Ltd., with a market cap of ₪154.87 million, is pre-revenue, reporting sales of ₪9.66 million for 2024 and a net loss of ₪36.74 million. Despite the losses, the company has no debt and maintains sufficient cash runway for over a year based on current free cash flow trends. Its short-term assets significantly exceed both short- and long-term liabilities, providing some financial stability amid high share price volatility. The board is experienced with an average tenure of 4.4 years, though the management team has slightly less experience at 2.8 years on average.

TASE:PULS Revenue & Expenses Breakdown as at May 2025
TASE:PULS Revenue & Expenses Breakdown as at May 2025

Utron (TASE:UTRN)

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

Overview: Utron Ltd specializes in the planning, development, production, construction, marketing, and maintenance of autonomous parking solutions and has a market cap of ₪99.44 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue from its heavy construction segment, which amounts to ₪89.61 million.

Market Cap: ₪99.44M

Utron Ltd, with a market cap of ₪99.44 million, has shown financial resilience despite challenges in earnings growth and declining profit margins. The company reported sales of ₪89.61 million for 2024, down from the previous year, with net income decreasing to ₪0.158 million. Utron's short-term assets exceed both its short- and long-term liabilities, indicating solid liquidity management. While its debt is well covered by operating cash flow and shareholders have not faced significant dilution recently, interest coverage remains a concern at 2x EBIT. The experienced board and management team offer stability amid these operational hurdles.

TASE:UTRN Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at May 2025
TASE:UTRN Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at May 2025

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