Stock Analysis

Undiscovered Gems Promising Stocks To Explore This November 2024

Published

As global markets navigate the complexities of shifting economic policies and interest rate expectations, small-cap stocks have seen varied performances, particularly as sectors like financials and energy react to potential deregulation benefits. Amidst this backdrop, investors may find opportunities in lesser-known stocks that demonstrate strong fundamentals and resilience to current market volatility. Identifying such "undiscovered gems" requires a keen eye for companies with robust growth potential and adaptability in uncertain times.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Suez Canal Company for Technology Settling (S.A.E)NA22.31%13.60%★★★★★★
Impellam Group31.12%-5.43%-6.86%★★★★★★
Ovostar Union0.01%10.19%49.85%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
Transcorp Power46.33%114.79%152.92%★★★★★☆
Thai Energy Storage Technology9.49%-1.42%1.73%★★★★★☆
Wilson64.79%30.09%68.29%★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia15.83%-7.78%25.44%★★★★☆☆
PracticNA3.63%6.85%★★★★☆☆
Tethys PetroleumNA29.98%44.48%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 4627 stocks from our Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.

Argosy Research (TPEX:3217)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Argosy Research Inc. specializes in producing and selling electronic components, connectors, and system products across Asia, the United States, and internationally with a market cap of NT$13.65 billion.

Operations: Argosy Research generates revenue primarily from the manufacturing and sales of electronic component products, totaling NT$3.32 billion.

Argosy Research, a smaller player in the electronics industry, has demonstrated impressive growth with earnings surging 46% over the past year, outpacing the industry's 9%. The company is trading at nearly 44% below its estimated fair value and boasts high-quality earnings. Recent financial results highlight sales of TWD 1.04 billion for Q3 2024, up from TWD 893.9 million last year, with net income rising to TWD 314.74 million from TWD 286.59 million. Argosy's strategic moves include forming new committees to enhance governance and sustainability efforts as it navigates future growth prospects confidently without debt concerns.

TPEX:3217 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

Mirai IndustryLtd (TSE:7931)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Mirai Industry Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, is involved in the production and distribution of electrical and pipe materials, as well as wiring devices in Japan, with a market capitalization of ¥60.97 billion.

Operations: Mirai Industry Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from electrical materials and pipe materials, contributing ¥34.80 billion, followed by wiring accessories at ¥7.08 billion. The company's net profit margin is a key financial metric to consider when evaluating its profitability trends over time.

Mirai Industry, a nimble player in its sector, has seen its debt to equity ratio shrink from 2.1% to 0.7% over five years, showcasing financial prudence. Earnings surged by 40%, outpacing the electrical industry's growth of 15%. Despite this robust performance, future earnings are expected to dip by an average of 2.4% annually over the next three years. Trading at a significant discount—65% below estimated fair value—it remains an intriguing prospect for investors seeking undervalued opportunities. Recently, Mirai announced dividends totaling ¥130 per share for fiscal year ending March 2025 and projects net sales of ¥45 billion with operating profit hitting ¥6.6 billion.

TSE:7931 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

Uchida Yoko (TSE:8057)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Uchida Yoko Co., Ltd. offers solutions for government and education, office, and information systems both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥67.53 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue streams are primarily derived from its Information-Related segment at ¥139.85 billion, followed by Public Related Business at ¥81.01 billion and Office Related Business at ¥56.63 billion.

With a solid track record, Uchida Yoko shines with its earnings growing by 9.9% over the past year, outpacing the IT industry average of 9.4%. The company's price-to-earnings ratio stands at 9.7x, which is favorable compared to Japan's market average of 13.5x, suggesting potential value. Uchida Yoko also boasts a robust financial position with more cash than total debt and a reduced debt-to-equity ratio from 5.4% to 3.3% over five years, indicating prudent financial management. These factors combined paint an encouraging picture for this under-the-radar player in the tech sector.

TSE:8057 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

Next Steps

Looking For Alternative Opportunities?

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.

New: Manage All Your Stock Portfolios in One Place

We've created the ultimate portfolio companion for stock investors, and it's free.

• Connect an unlimited number of Portfolios and see your total in one currency
• Be alerted to new Warning Signs or Risks via email or mobile
• Track the Fair Value of your stocks

Try a Demo Portfolio for Free

Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@simplywallst.com