Undiscovered Gems in Japan to Explore This October 2024

Japan's stock markets have recently experienced volatility due to political changes and evolving monetary policy stances, with the Nikkei 225 and TOPIX indices showing notable declines. Despite these fluctuations, opportunities may arise for investors seeking undiscovered gems in Japan's market, particularly among small-cap stocks that can offer unique growth potential amidst current economic conditions.

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%	★★★★★★
Ryoyu Systems	NA	1.08%	8.08%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing	0.31%	0.86%	4.40%	★★★★★★
NJS	NA	4.97%	5.30%	★★★★★★
Toukei Computer	NA	5.46%	12.14%	★★★★★★
Innotech	38.96%	7.08%	6.36%	★★★★★☆
Pharma Foods International	145.80%	30.07%	22.61%	★★★★★☆
Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank	139.93%	2.20%	-0.27%	★★★★☆☆
GENOVA	0.93%	33.82%	30.22%	★★★★☆☆
Nippon Sharyo	61.34%	-1.68%	-17.07%	★★★★☆☆

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

SAN-ALTD (TSE:2659)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: SAN-A CO., LTD. operates a chain of supermarkets in Okinawa and has a market cap of ¥179.23 billion.

Operations: SAN-A CO., LTD. generates revenue primarily from its supermarket operations in Okinawa. The company has a market capitalization of approximately ¥179.23 billion, reflecting its position within the retail sector.

SAN-ALTD, a promising name in Japan's market landscape, showcases solid financial health with earnings growing at 8.7% annually over the past five years. It's trading at a compelling 40.9% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside for investors. The company operates debt-free, eliminating concerns about interest payments and enhancing its financial stability. Despite not outpacing the industry’s recent growth rate of 22%, SAN-ALTD remains on track with high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of SAN-ALTD stock in this health report.

• Explore historical data to track SAN-ALTD's performance over time in our Past section.

Lifenet Insurance (TSE:7157)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Lifenet Insurance Company offers life insurance products and services in Japan, North America, and internationally, with a market cap of approximately ¥140.48 billion.

Operations: Lifenet Insurance generates revenue primarily through its life insurance products and services. The company's cost structure includes expenses related to policyholder benefits, which significantly impact its financial performance. Net profit margin trends can provide insights into the company's profitability over time.

Lifenet Insurance, a nimble player in the Japanese market, recently turned profitable, setting it apart from industry norms. With no debt for five years and high-quality past earnings, it's on solid financial ground. The company reported levered free cash flow of ¥5.23 billion as of March 2024. Lifenet is launching new term medical products with flexible insurance periods and lower premiums starting October 2024, enhancing its product lineup while maintaining customer-friendly options.

• Take a closer look at Lifenet Insurance's potential here in our health report.

• Gain insights into Lifenet Insurance's historical performance by reviewing our past performance report.

77 Bank (TSE:8341)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: The 77 Bank, Ltd. operates as a financial institution offering a range of banking products and services to both corporate and individual clients in Japan, with a market capitalization of ¥291.37 billion.

Operations: 77 Bank generates revenue primarily through its banking products and services offered to corporate and individual clients in Japan. The company has a market capitalization of ¥291.37 billion.

77 Bank, with total assets of ¥10.58 billion and equity of ¥595.7 million, is navigating the financial landscape with a high bad loans ratio of 1010.4%, indicating potential risk areas despite its primarily low-risk funding sources, which account for 90% of liabilities. The bank's earnings grew by 27% over the past year, outpacing the industry average growth rate of 19%. Additionally, it's trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside for investors seeking undervalued opportunities in Japan's financial sector.

• Get an in-depth perspective on 77 Bank's performance by reading our health report here.

• Learn about 77 Bank's historical performance.

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