Discovering Undiscovered Gems on None for December 2024

As global markets navigate a complex landscape of economic indicators and monetary policy shifts, small-cap stocks have faced notable challenges, with the Russell 2000 Index underperforming larger indices like the S&P 500. Amidst this backdrop of fluctuating interest rates and cooling labor markets, discerning investors are increasingly on the lookout for overlooked opportunities that may offer potential growth despite broader market headwinds. In such an environment, identifying promising stocks requires a keen eye for companies with strong fundamentals and resilience to economic shifts.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Padma Oil	0.76%	4.42%	9.81%	★★★★★★
Ovostar Union	0.01%	10.19%	49.85%	★★★★★★
Boursa Kuwait Securities Company K.P.S.C	NA	14.28%	2.26%	★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings	10.09%	-5.59%	-9.92%	★★★★★★
National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.)	NA	11.69%	30.36%	★★★★★☆
Steamships Trading	33.60%	4.17%	3.90%	★★★★★☆
Al-Enma'a Real Estate Company K.S.C.P	16.44%	-13.00%	21.11%	★★★★★☆
National Investments Company K.S.C.P	26.01%	3.66%	4.99%	★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia	15.83%	-7.78%	25.44%	★★★★☆☆
Al-Ahleia Insurance CompanyK.P	8.09%	10.04%	16.85%	★★★★☆☆

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Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

Shanghai Sheng Jian Environment Technology (SHSE:603324)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Shanghai Sheng Jian Environment Technology Co., Ltd. operates in the environmental technology sector and has a market capitalization of CN¥4.16 billion.

Operations: Shanghai Sheng Jian Environment Technology generates revenue from its operations in the environmental technology sector. The company has a market capitalization of CN¥4.16 billion.

Shanghai Sheng Jian Environment Technology, a relatively small player in the environmental tech sector, has shown mixed financial performance recently. The company reported sales of CNY 993.68 million for the first nine months of 2024, down from CNY 1.07 billion last year, with net income slipping to CNY 91.47 million from CNY 99.35 million previously. Despite these figures, earnings growth over the past year was strong at 31.9%, outpacing the machinery industry's -0.2%. Their debt to equity ratio increased to a still satisfactory level of 43.4% over five years, and interest payments are well covered by EBIT at a multiple of 16x.

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• Learn about Shanghai Sheng Jian Environment Technology's historical performance.

GA technologies (TSE:3491)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: GA technologies Co., Ltd. operates a real estate brokerage platform with a market capitalization of approximately ¥46.29 billion.

Operations: The primary revenue streams for GA technologies Co., Ltd. are the RENOSY Marketplace, generating ¥184.78 billion, and ITANDI, contributing ¥4.51 billion.

GA technologies, a notable player in the Interactive Media and Services sector, has shown impressive earnings growth of 82% over the past year, outpacing its industry peers. Despite a debt to equity ratio that rose from 56% to 101% over five years, interest payments remain well-covered with EBIT at 5.3 times interest obligations. The company's net debt to equity stands at a satisfactory 17%, indicating manageable leverage levels. Recent corporate guidance projects net sales of ¥248 billion and profit attributable to owners at ¥3 billion for fiscal year ending October 2025, suggesting continued robust performance amidst market volatility.

• Get an in-depth perspective on GA technologies' performance by reading our health report here.

• Evaluate GA technologies' historical performance by accessing our past performance report.

HD Renewable Energy (TWSE:6873)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: HD Renewable Energy Co., LTD. focuses on the generation and sale of electricity in Taiwan, with a market cap of NT$24.58 billion.

Operations: HD Renewable Energy generates revenue primarily from the heavy construction segment, amounting to NT$8.82 billion.

HD Renewable Energy has demonstrated impressive growth, with earnings increasing by 42% annually over the past five years. Despite a debt-to-equity ratio rise from 19.8 to 47.1, interest payments are well-covered at 15 times EBIT. The company reported third-quarter sales of TWD 3,845 million and net income of TWD 436 million, both significantly higher than the previous year’s figures. Basic earnings per share jumped to TWD 4.1 from TWD 0.9 last year, reflecting robust performance despite recent shareholder dilution and share price volatility over three months. Trading at a considerable discount to its estimated fair value suggests potential upside for investors seeking undervalued opportunities in renewable energy markets.

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• Review our historical performance report to gain insights into HD Renewable Energy's's past performance.

Key Takeaways

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