Undiscovered Gems in Japan to Watch This August 2024

Japan’s stock markets have rebounded strongly this August, with the Nikkei 225 Index gaining 8.7% and the broader TOPIX Index up 7.9%, driven by better-than-expected U.S. economic data and a robust domestic GDP expansion in the second quarter. This positive market sentiment provides an opportune moment to explore some lesser-known stocks that could benefit from these favorable conditions. In such a dynamic environment, identifying promising stocks often involves looking for companies with solid fundamentals, growth potential, and resilience to market fluctuations.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Japan

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Tokyo Tekko	10.81%	7.30%	7.30%	★★★★★★
AOKI Holdings	28.27%	0.91%	37.15%	★★★★★★
Ad-Sol Nissin	NA	4.02%	7.90%	★★★★★★
ITOCHU-SHOKUHIN	NA	-0.08%	12.04%	★★★★★★
Innotech	38.96%	7.08%	6.36%	★★★★★☆
AJIS	0.69%	0.07%	-12.44%	★★★★★☆
Marusan Securities	5.33%	1.01%	10.00%	★★★★★☆
Imuraya Group	26.21%	2.37%	32.09%	★★★★★☆
GakkyushaLtd	23.64%	5.03%	18.56%	★★★★☆☆
Toho Bank	98.27%	0.43%	22.80%	★★★★☆☆

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Fuji Furukawa Engineering & ConstructionLtd (TSE:1775)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Fuji Furukawa Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd. (TSE:1775) specializes in electrical and air conditioning equipment construction services, with a market cap of ¥55.48 billion.

Operations: Fuji Furukawa Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its Electrical Equipment Construction Business (¥68.75 billion) and Air Conditioning Equipment Construction Business (¥33.68 billion).

Fuji Furukawa Engineering & Construction has seen a 30% earnings growth over the past year, outpacing the construction industry’s 22.4%. The company is trading at 14.1% below its estimated fair value and boasts high-quality earnings. Over five years, debt to equity ratio dropped from 12.8% to 0.2%, reflecting strong financial management. Notably, interest payments are well covered by EBIT at a remarkable 343x coverage ratio, indicating robust profitability and stability in operations.

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KITZ (TSE:6498)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: KITZ Corporation manufactures and sells valves, flow control devices, and related products in Japan and internationally with a market cap of ¥95.29 billion.

Operations: KITZ Corporation's primary revenue streams are from the manufacturing and selling of valves and flow control devices. The company's net profit margin stands at 5.12%.

KITZ has shown consistent growth, with earnings increasing 20.5% annually over the past five years. Despite a 6.5% rise in earnings last year, it lagged behind the Machinery industry's 13.1%. The company repurchased shares this year and announced a dividend increase to ¥19 per share from ¥18 last year, payable on September 18, 2024. With a debt-to-equity ratio reduced from 45.7% to 32.2%, KITZ appears well-positioned for future stability and growth potential in its sector.

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Ricoh Leasing Company (TSE:8566)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Ricoh Leasing Company, Ltd. operates in Japan offering leasing, investment, and financial services with a market cap of ¥157.82 billion.

Operations: Ricoh Leasing generates revenue primarily through leasing and financial services in Japan. The company reported a market cap of ¥157.82 billion.

Ricoh Leasing Company, a smaller player in the financial sector, has seen its debt to equity ratio drop from 454.5% to 425% over five years. Earnings have grown at 1.2% annually during this period, with recent annual growth of 24.9%, though this matches industry averages. Trading at a significant discount of 37.1% below estimated fair value, it shows potential for value investors despite high net debt levels (423.4%).

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