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Undiscovered Gems And 2 Other Promising Stocks To Enhance Your Portfolio

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As global markets navigate the challenges of rising U.S. Treasury yields and tepid economic growth, small-cap stocks have faced increased pressure compared to their large-cap counterparts. In this environment, identifying promising stocks requires a keen eye for companies that can thrive amid macroeconomic fluctuations and offer potential resilience against broader market trends.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Etihad Atheeb TelecommunicationNA26.82%62.18%★★★★★★
Ovostar Union0.01%10.19%49.85%★★★★★★
Impellam Group31.12%-5.43%-6.86%★★★★★★
Sure Global TechNA10.25%20.35%★★★★★★
United Wire FactoriesNA4.86%0.19%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
A2B Australia15.83%-7.78%25.44%★★★★☆☆
Wilson64.79%30.09%68.29%★★★★☆☆
Zahrat Al Waha For Trading80.05%4.97%-15.99%★★★★☆☆
Waja23.81%98.44%14.54%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 4738 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.

Bumitama Agri (SGX:P8Z)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Bumitama Agri Ltd. is an investment holding company involved in the production and trade of crude palm oil, palm kernel, and related products for refineries in Indonesia, with a market cap of SGD1.34 billion.

Operations: Bumitama Agri generates revenue primarily from its plantations and palm oil mills, amounting to IDR15.55 trillion. The company's cost structure and financial performance are influenced by various operational factors, with a notable focus on managing production expenses to optimize profitability.

Bumitama Agri, a player in the agriculture sector, has shown resilience despite challenges. The company reported half-year sales of IDR 7.6 trillion, slightly up from IDR 7.5 trillion last year, though net income fell to IDR 856 billion from IDR 1.19 trillion. Basic earnings per share decreased to IDR 494 from IDR 686, reflecting some pressures on profitability. Recent board changes and a slight reduction in dividend to SGD 0.012 per share indicate strategic adjustments amid market conditions. Despite these hurdles, Bumitama's ability to maintain robust sales figures suggests potential for future stability and growth within its industry context.

SGX:P8Z Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024
SGX:P8Z Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

Grinm Advanced Materials (SHSE:600206)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Grinm Advanced Materials Co., Ltd. focuses on the research, development, manufacture, and sale of advanced materials within China's nonferrous metals industry and has a market capitalization of CN¥9.74 billion.

Operations: Grinm Advanced Materials generates revenue primarily through the sale of advanced materials in China's nonferrous metals sector. The company's financial performance is highlighted by its net profit margin, which reflects its ability to manage costs and profitability effectively.

Grinm Advanced Materials, a relatively smaller player in its industry, has shown mixed financial performance recently. The company reported sales of CNY 6.76 billion for the first nine months of 2024, down from CNY 8.32 billion the previous year, with net income at CNY 114.58 million compared to CNY 139.71 million last year. Despite these figures, Grinm's earnings growth over the past year was an impressive 34%, outpacing the Semiconductor industry's average of about 11%. A significant one-off gain of CN¥48.9M has also impacted its recent results positively, while its debt-to-equity ratio rose to nearly 29% over five years from just under three percent previously.

SHSE:600206 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024
SHSE:600206 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

JBCC Holdings (TSE:9889)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: JBCC Holdings Inc. operates through its subsidiaries to provide information technology-related services in Japan, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥68.61 billion.

Operations: JBCC Holdings generates revenue primarily from its Information Solution segment, which accounts for ¥65.10 billion, and its Product Development and Manufacturing segment, contributing ¥2.69 billion.

JBCC Holdings, a small-cap player in the IT sector, stands out with its high-quality earnings and no debt burden, providing a solid foundation for growth. Over the past year, earnings surged by 23%, outpacing the industry average of 10%. The company is trading at 50% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside. With free cash flow remaining positive and no interest payment concerns due to zero debt, JBCC appears financially robust. The firm's strategic position in the market likely supports its forecasted annual earnings growth of nearly 19%, highlighting promising future prospects.

TSE:9889 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024
TSE:9889 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

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