Tazmo And 2 Other Undiscovered Gems In Japan To Enhance Your Portfolio

Amid recent declines in Japan's stock markets, with the Nikkei 225 Index and the broader TOPIX Index experiencing downturns, investors are closely monitoring economic indicators such as easing inflation and export challenges. In this environment, identifying stocks that exhibit resilience and potential for growth can be particularly rewarding; companies like Tazmo exemplify opportunities that may enhance a diversified portfolio by capitalizing on unique market positions or innovative strategies.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Japan

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Togami Electric Mfg	1.39%	3.97%	10.23%	★★★★★★
Central Forest Group	NA	7.05%	14.29%	★★★★★★
Kanda HoldingsLtd	30.47%	4.35%	18.02%	★★★★★★
Toukei Computer	NA	5.46%	12.14%	★★★★★★
Techno Smart	NA	6.07%	-0.57%	★★★★★★
Soliton Systems K.K	0.58%	5.04%	16.76%	★★★★★★
Yashima Denki	2.93%	-2.38%	13.99%	★★★★★★
Pharma Foods International	145.80%	30.07%	22.61%	★★★★★☆
Marusan Securities	5.33%	1.01%	10.00%	★★★★★☆
Imuraya Group	26.21%	2.37%	32.09%	★★★★★☆

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We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Tazmo (TSE:6266)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Tazmo Co., Ltd. specializes in the manufacturing and sale of semiconductor manufacturing equipment both in Japan and globally, with a market cap of ¥52.02 billion.

Operations: Tazmo generates revenue primarily from the sale of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The company has a market cap of ¥52.02 billion, reflecting its scale in the industry.

Tazmo, a small player in the semiconductor industry, has shown impressive earnings growth of 271% over the past year, outpacing its industry peers. Despite a volatile share price recently, it trades at 65% below estimated fair value, indicating potential undervaluation. The company's net debt to equity ratio stands at a satisfactory 3.5%, reflecting prudent financial management. Tazmo's operating income guidance for Q2 was revised upwards to ¥2.84 billion from ¥2.11 billion, highlighting strong operational performance. With high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow, Tazmo seems well-positioned for continued growth amidst industry challenges.

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Namura Shipbuilding (TSE:7014)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. operates globally in the manufacturing and sale of ships, machinery, and steel structures, with a market capitalization of ¥107.39 billion.

Operations: Namura Shipbuilding generates revenue primarily from the manufacturing and sale of ships, machinery, and steel structures. The company has seen fluctuations in its cost structure, impacting its net profit margin over different periods.

Namura Shipbuilding, a compact player in the shipbuilding industry, has shown impressive earnings growth of 317% over the past year, outpacing its peers in the Machinery sector. The company's debt-to-equity ratio has notably decreased from 24.7 to 14.4 over five years, indicating prudent financial management. Trading at nearly 80% below its estimated fair value suggests potential undervaluation in the market. The firm also boasts high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow, reinforcing its financial health despite recent share price volatility observed over three months. These factors collectively paint a promising picture for Namura's future prospects within its industry context.

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

Mitani (TSE:8066)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Mitani Corporation operates in the information system, construction, and energy sectors both domestically and internationally, with a market cap of ¥162.98 billion.

Operations: Mitani Corporation generates revenue primarily from its information system, construction, and energy sectors.

Mitani stands out with its shares trading at 69.3% below estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation. The company reported a robust earnings growth of 24.1% over the past year, significantly outpacing the Trade Distributors industry average of 4.5%. With high-quality earnings and more cash than total debt, Mitani's financial health appears solid. Additionally, its debt-to-equity ratio has improved from 6.9 to 4.1 over five years, indicating better leverage management. Recently, Mitani announced a share repurchase program worth ¥6.8 billion for up to 4 million shares to enhance shareholder returns and optimize capital structure by September 2024.

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Summing It All Up

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