Japan's stock markets have recently seen significant gains, with the Nikkei 225 Index rising 5.6% and the broader TOPIX Index up 3.7%, buoyed by dovish commentary from the Bank of Japan and optimism surrounding China's stimulus measures. This positive market sentiment has created a fertile ground for identifying promising small-cap stocks that may have been overlooked. In this environment, a good stock is often characterized by strong fundamentals, innovative business models, and growth potential that aligns well with current economic trends. Here are three such undiscovered gems in Japan: Techno Ryowa and two other noteworthy companies poised for potential success in this favorable market landscape.
Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Japan
| Name | Debt To Equity | Revenue Growth | Earnings Growth | Health Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJS | NA | 4.97% | 5.30% | ★★★★★★ |
| AOKI Holdings | 28.27% | 0.91% | 37.15% | ★★★★★★ |
| Techno Quartz | 18.64% | 16.15% | 22.17% | ★★★★★★ |
| Soliton Systems K.K | 0.58% | 5.04% | 16.76% | ★★★★★★ |
| Techno Ryowa | 1.77% | 2.06% | 5.32% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Marusan Securities | 5.33% | 1.01% | 10.00% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Kappa Create | 74.42% | -0.45% | 3.62% | ★★★★★☆ |
| MIRARTH HOLDINGSInc | 266.33% | 3.00% | -2.40% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Toyo Kanetsu K.K | 47.92% | 2.34% | 15.44% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Yukiguni Maitake | 170.63% | -6.51% | -39.66% | ★★★★☆☆ |
Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.
Techno Ryowa (TSE:1965)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Techno Ryowa Ltd. engages in the design, construction, and maintenance of environmental control systems primarily in Japan and has a market cap of ¥43.49 billion.
Operations: Techno Ryowa generates revenue primarily from its Air Conditioning Hygiene Equipment Construction Business (¥47.04 billion) and General Building Equipment Work (¥24.41 billion). The Electrical Equipment Construction Business and Cooling and Heating Equipment Sales Segment contribute ¥2.64 billion and ¥1.16 billion, respectively.
Techno Ryowa, recently added to the S&P Global BMI Index, has shown impressive earnings growth of 99% over the past year, outpacing the Construction industry’s 26.6%. The company's debt-to-equity ratio improved from 2.7% to 1.8% in five years, and it holds more cash than total debt. Despite a volatile share price in recent months, its price-to-earnings ratio of 9.5x remains attractive compared to Japan's market average of 13.7x.
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Kotobuki Spirits (TSE:2222)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Kotobuki Spirits Co., Ltd. produces and sells sweets in Japan with a market cap of ¥283.35 billion.
Operations: Kotobuki Spirits generates revenue primarily from its Shukrei segment (¥27.03 billion) and Casey Shii segment (¥18.88 billion), with additional contributions from Kotobuki Confectionery/Tajima Kotobuki (¥13.19 billion).
Kotobuki Spirits, a small cap player in Japan's food industry, has shown impressive financial health. The company's earnings growth of 33.7% over the past year outpaced the industry's 26.8%. Its debt to equity ratio improved from 2.1% to 0.9% over five years, indicating prudent financial management. Trading at 47% below its estimated fair value and being free cash flow positive further enhances its investment appeal for those seeking undervalued opportunities in Japan's market.
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Nohmi Bosai (TSE:6744)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Nohmi Bosai Ltd. specializes in the development, marketing, installation, and maintenance of fire protection systems across Japan, China, other parts of Asia, and the United States with a market cap of ¥171.57 billion.
Operations: Nohmi Bosai Ltd. generates revenue primarily from Fire Alarm Systems (¥44.38 billion), Maintenance and Services (¥32.44 billion), and Fire Extinguishing Systems (¥39.33 billion). The company's net profit margin is not provided, but the revenue streams indicate a diversified income model focused on fire protection solutions across multiple regions.
Nohmi Bosai, a fire protection equipment manufacturer, has seen impressive earnings growth of 21.9% over the past year, outpacing the Electronic industry’s 7.3%. With no debt on its books compared to a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.2 five years ago, financial stability is evident. Forecasts suggest earnings will grow by 2.69% annually moving forward. The company also declared a ¥30 cash dividend in July, enhancing its appeal to income-focused investors.
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Summing It All Up
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