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Sammok S-FormLtd And 2 Other Undiscovered Gems In South Korea

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Over the last 7 days, the South Korean market has experienced a 1.4% drop, while remaining flat over the past year, with expectations for earnings growth of 30% per annum in the coming years. In this environment, identifying stocks like Sammok S-Form Ltd that are positioned to capitalize on future growth opportunities can be crucial for investors seeking to uncover potential gems in a steady market landscape.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In South Korea

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Korea Cast Iron Pipe IndNA1.97%8.84%★★★★★★
Samyang49.49%6.68%23.96%★★★★★★
Korea Airport ServiceLtdNA3.97%42.22%★★★★★★
Korea RatingsNA1.13%0.54%★★★★★★
iMarketKorea28.53%5.35%1.30%★★★★★☆
ASIA Holdings34.98%8.43%16.17%★★★★★☆
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 185 stocks from our KRX Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

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

Sammok S-FormLtd (KOSDAQ:A018310)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Sammok S-Form Co., Ltd manufactures, sells, and leases formwork for construction and civil engineering works in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩398.10 billion.

Operations: The company's primary revenue stream is from the manufacture of structural metal products, generating ₩457.90 billion.

Sammok S-FormLtd, a smaller player in its sector, has shown impressive financial health with earnings growing by 75% over the past year, outpacing the building industry's 28.5%. The company trades at a value that is 10.1% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside for investors. With more cash than total debt and high-quality past earnings, Sammok S-FormLtd seems well-positioned financially without concerns about cash runway or interest coverage.

KOSDAQ:A018310 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024
KOSDAQ:A018310 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

TaesungLtd (KOSDAQ:A323280)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Taesung Co., Ltd. is engaged in the development, manufacturing, and sale of PCB automation equipment both domestically in South Korea and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately ₩743.64 billion.

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

Taesung Ltd., a small player in the semiconductor industry, has shown impressive earnings growth of 1482% over the past year, significantly outpacing its industry peers. The company's debt management appears robust with an interest coverage ratio of 17.5 times and a net debt to equity ratio at a satisfactory 4%. Despite recent volatility in share price, Taesung's inclusion in the S&P Global BMI Index highlights its growing recognition.

KOSDAQ:A323280 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
KOSDAQ:A323280 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

sindohLtd (KOSE:A029530)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Sindoh Co., Ltd. is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of printers, multi-functional machines, and office solutions both in Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩363.02 billion.

Operations: Sindoh Co., Ltd. generates its revenue primarily from the manufacturing segment, which accounts for ₩372.65 billion. The company's net profit margin is a key financial indicator to consider when evaluating its profitability and cost efficiency within this segment.

Sindoh Ltd. has shown impressive earnings growth of 36.6% over the past year, outpacing the tech industry average of -1.1%. The company is trading at 72.6% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation in the market. Additionally, Sindoh's debt-to-equity ratio has slightly increased from 0.9% to 1% over five years, yet it remains manageable with more cash than total debt on hand and high-quality earnings reported consistently.

KOSE:A029530 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
KOSE:A029530 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

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