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Undiscovered Gems And 2 Other Hidden Small Caps Backed By Solid Fundamentals

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In the midst of global market fluctuations, small-cap stocks have faced a mixed landscape as investors navigate the implications of policy shifts and economic indicators. With key indices like the Russell 2000 experiencing notable changes, discerning investors are on the lookout for companies with robust fundamentals that can weather these uncertainties. In such an environment, identifying stocks with strong financial health and growth potential becomes crucial for uncovering hidden opportunities amidst broader market volatility.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
SALUS Ljubljana d. dNA13.11%9.95%★★★★★★
Parker Drilling46.25%-0.33%53.04%★★★★★★
Wilson Bank HoldingNA7.87%8.22%★★★★★★
Impellam Group31.12%-5.43%-6.86%★★★★★★
Ovostar Union0.01%10.19%49.85%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
Indo Tech Transformers1.82%23.43%58.49%★★★★★☆
Magadh Sugar & Energy50.50%6.14%14.35%★★★★☆☆
Wilson64.79%30.09%68.29%★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia15.83%-7.78%25.44%★★★★☆☆

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

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

PAL GROUP Holdings (TSE:2726)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: PAL GROUP Holdings CO., LTD. operates in the planning, manufacture, wholesale, and retail of men's and women's clothing and accessories in Japan with a market cap of ¥248.49 billion.

Operations: PAL GROUP Holdings generates revenue primarily through the planning, manufacturing, wholesale, and retail of clothing products. The company's financial performance is highlighted by its ability to manage costs effectively while engaging in these diverse operations.

PAL GROUP Holdings, a promising player in the specialty retail sector, has shown notable growth with earnings rising by 11.2% over the past year, outpacing its industry peers. The company boasts high-quality earnings and maintains a solid financial footing with debt to equity reduced from 44% to 17.9% over five years. It trades at 29.3% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside for investors. Looking ahead, PAL GROUP anticipates net sales of ¥209 billion and an operating profit of ¥22 billion for fiscal year ending February 2025, reflecting confidence in sustained performance despite recent share price volatility.

TSE:2726 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings (TSE:9412)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings Inc. offers satellite-based multichannel pay TV and satellite communications services mainly in Asia, with a market cap of ¥236.04 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through satellite-based multichannel pay TV and satellite communications services. It has a market cap of ¥236.04 billion, reflecting its scale in the industry.

SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings, a player in the satellite communication sector, is trading at 27.2% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential for undervaluation. Over the past year, its earnings growth of 13.4% outpaced the Media industry's average of 6.7%, highlighting robust performance amidst industry peers. The company has successfully reduced its debt-to-equity ratio from 46.7% to 21.7% over five years, indicating improved financial health and stability with more cash than total debt on hand. With high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow reported at ¥32 billion as of September 2024, SKY Perfect JSAT seems well-positioned within its industry context.

TSE:9412 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

SuperAlloy Industrial (TWSE:1563)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: SuperAlloy Industrial Co., Ltd. specializes in engineering and manufacturing lightweight metal products mainly for the automotive sector, with a market cap of NT$13.53 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Automotive Rim segment, which accounts for NT$6.76 billion. Gross profit margin trends reveal a significant aspect of its financial performance, although specific figures are not provided in the available data.

SuperAlloy Industrial, a nimble player in the auto components sector, has shown impressive financial vigor with earnings growing 55.9% last year, outpacing the industry average of 17.6%. Despite a high net debt to equity ratio of 42.1%, their interest payments are well covered by EBIT at 6.2 times coverage, indicating solid financial management. Recent earnings reports reveal net income for Q3 at TWD 188.98 million, up from TWD 151.32 million a year ago, and basic EPS rising to TWD 0.79 from TWD 0.71—demonstrating robust profitability amidst strategic expansions into recycled aluminum products in Taiwan with an investment of TWD 500 million.

TWSE:1563 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

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