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Exploring 3 Undiscovered Gems in South Korea with Strong Potential

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Over the last 7 days, the South Korean market has experienced a 2.8% decline, yet it remains up by 4.7% over the past year with earnings forecasted to grow by 30% annually. In this dynamic environment, identifying stocks with strong growth potential and resilience can be key to uncovering hidden opportunities in the market.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In South Korea

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Samyang49.49%6.68%23.96%★★★★★★
Korea Cast Iron Pipe IndNA1.97%8.84%★★★★★★
Miwon Chemicals0.08%11.70%14.38%★★★★★★
Korea Airport ServiceLtdNA3.97%42.22%★★★★★★
Kyung Dong Navien22.40%11.19%18.84%★★★★★★
iMarketKorea28.53%5.35%1.30%★★★★★☆
Daewon Cable30.50%8.72%60.28%★★★★★☆
Itcen64.57%14.33%-24.39%★★★★★☆
FnGuide36.10%8.92%10.27%★★★★☆☆
THINKWARE36.75%21.25%22.92%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 184 stocks from our KRX Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.

Young Poong Precision (KOSDAQ:A036560)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Young Poong Precision Corporation is engaged in the development, manufacturing, and sale of chemical process pumps both domestically in South Korea and internationally, with a market capitalization of ₩501.64 billion.

Operations: Young Poong Precision generates revenue through the development, manufacturing, and sale of chemical process pumps. The company operates both domestically in South Korea and internationally.

Young Poong Precision, a notable player in the machinery sector, recently caught attention with its earnings growth of 10.1%, outpacing the industry's 5.4%. The company is trading at a significant discount, about 69.7% below its estimated fair value, and boasts high-quality earnings without any debt burden. However, recent market volatility and its removal from the S&P Global BMI Index might raise concerns for some investors. An acquisition offer by Jerico Partners could shift ownership dynamics significantly if completed later this month.

KOSDAQ:A036560 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

TaesungLtd (KOSDAQ:A323280)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Taesung Co., Ltd. specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of PCB automation equipment both domestically in South Korea and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately ₩870.16 billion.

Operations: Taesung's primary revenue stream is from the manufacture and sale of PCB automation equipment, generating approximately ₩45.68 billion.

Taesung Ltd. has seen a remarkable 1482% earnings growth over the past year, outpacing its industry peers. The company's net debt to equity ratio stands at a satisfactory 4.2%, indicating prudent financial management, while its EBIT covers interest payments 17.5 times over, reflecting strong operational efficiency. Despite recent shareholder dilution and volatile share prices, Taesung's inclusion in the S&P Global BMI Index highlights its growing recognition in the market.

KOSDAQ:A323280 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

Taihan Cable & Solution (KOSE:A001440)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Taihan Cable & Solution Co., Ltd. is a global manufacturer and seller of electric wires, cables, and related products with a market cap of ₩2.47 trillion.

Operations: Taihan Cable & Solution generates revenue primarily from its wire segment, with reported sales of ₩3.42 billion. The company also accounts for sales between divisions amounting to -₩380.13 million, impacting overall revenue figures.

Taihan Cable & Solution, a smaller player in South Korea's electrical industry, has shown impressive earnings growth of 127% over the past year, significantly outpacing the industry's 18.5%. The company also boasts a strong net profit margin of KRW 24.88 billion for Q2 2024 compared to KRW 12.82 billion last year. Despite substantial shareholder dilution recently, Taihan's debt-to-equity ratio improved from 203.6% to a manageable 30.2% over five years, indicating financial discipline and potential for future stability.

KOSE:A001440 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

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