Discovering MEISEI INDUSTRIALLtd And 2 Other Hidden Japanese Small Caps With Strong Potential

As Japan’s stock markets experience a downturn, with the Nikkei 225 Index down 5.8% and the broader TOPIX Index registering a 4.2% loss, investors are increasingly looking for opportunities in small-cap stocks that may offer resilience and growth potential amid broader market volatility. In this environment, identifying companies with strong fundamentals and unique market positions can be crucial for uncovering hidden gems.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Japan

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Ryoyu Systems	NA	1.08%	8.08%	★★★★★★
NJS	NA	4.97%	5.30%	★★★★★★
Kanda HoldingsLtd	30.47%	4.35%	18.02%	★★★★★★
Poppins	39.80%	8.36%	-7.40%	★★★★★★
Ad-Sol Nissin	NA	4.02%	7.90%	★★★★★★
Otec	9.81%	2.32%	-1.39%	★★★★★★
NPR-Riken	15.31%	10.00%	44.55%	★★★★★☆
Toho	82.16%	1.83%	47.38%	★★★★★☆
AJIS	0.69%	0.07%	-12.44%	★★★★★☆
Pharma Foods International	191.14%	33.83%	23.46%	★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 749 stocks from our Japanese Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

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

MEISEI INDUSTRIALLtd (TSE:1976)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: MEISEI INDUSTRIAL Co., Ltd. operates as a construction works company in Japan and internationally with a market cap of ¥57.43 billion.

Operations: MEISEI INDUSTRIAL Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its Construction Work segment (¥55.55 billion) and Boiler Business (¥7.45 billion).

MEISEI INDUSTRIAL Ltd., a small cap, has shown impressive growth with earnings increasing by 44.4% over the past year, outpacing the Construction industry’s 25.5%. The company's debt to equity ratio improved from 2.1% to 1.2% in five years, reflecting prudent financial management. Trading at 54.4% below estimated fair value suggests potential for significant upside. With high-quality earnings and more cash than total debt, MEISEI seems well-positioned for continued stability and growth in its sector.

• Dive into the specifics of MEISEI INDUSTRIALLtd here with our thorough health report.

• Gain insights into MEISEI INDUSTRIALLtd's historical performance by reviewing our past performance report.

KYORIN Pharmaceutical (TSE:4569)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: KYORIN Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. researches, develops, manufactures, and sells ethical and generic drugs in Japan and internationally with a market cap of ¥88.13 billion.

Operations: KYORIN Pharmaceutical generates revenue primarily from its pharmaceutical business, which reported ¥120.10 billion in revenue. The company's net profit margin stands at 5.23%.

Kyorin Pharmaceutical, a small-cap player in the Japanese market, has shown robust earnings growth of 31.2% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of 8.6%. The company's debt to equity ratio improved from 19.4% to 15.9% over five years, indicating prudent financial management. Trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.9x compared to the industry average of 17.6x suggests it offers good value for investors looking at pharmaceuticals in Japan.

• Delve into the full analysis health report here for a deeper understanding of KYORIN Pharmaceutical.

• Examine KYORIN Pharmaceutical's past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past.

Mitsuboshi Belting (TSE:5192)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Mitsuboshi Belting Ltd. manufactures and sells power transmission belts, waterproofing and water shielding sheets, and engineering plastics and structural foams in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥112.91 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from the sale of power transmission belts, waterproofing and water shielding sheets, and engineering plastics and structural foams. The cost structure includes manufacturing expenses related to these products. Net profit margin trends are notable for their variability over recent periods.

Mitsuboshi Belting, a smaller player in the machinery sector, has shown impressive earnings growth of 29.5% over the past year, outpacing the industry's 12.9%. With a debt-to-equity ratio reduced from 11.7% to 6.1% over five years and more cash than total debt, financial stability is evident. The company also enjoys a favorable price-to-earnings ratio of 12.1x compared to the JP market's 13.2x, indicating potential value for investors.

• Take a closer look at Mitsuboshi Belting's potential here in our health report.

• Gain insights into Mitsuboshi Belting's past trends and performance with our Past report.

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