TaesungLtd And 2 Other Undiscovered Gems In South Korea

Over the last seven days, the South Korean market has remained flat, yet it is up 7.3% over the past year with earnings forecast to grow by 29% annually. In this dynamic environment, identifying promising stocks like Taesung Ltd and others can be key to capitalizing on potential growth opportunities.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In South Korea

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Samyang	49.49%	6.68%	23.96%	★★★★★★
Korea Cast Iron Pipe Ind	NA	1.97%	8.84%	★★★★★★
Korea Airport ServiceLtd	NA	3.97%	42.22%	★★★★★★
Korea Ratings	NA	1.13%	0.54%	★★★★★★
Woori Technology Investment	NA	25.66%	-1.45%	★★★★★★
Namuga	14.47%	0.88%	38.25%	★★★★★★
Synergy Innovation	12.39%	12.87%	28.82%	★★★★★★
ONEJOON	10.13%	35.30%	-5.78%	★★★★★☆
iMarketKorea	28.53%	5.35%	1.30%	★★★★★☆
Daewon Cable	30.50%	8.72%	60.28%	★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 182 stocks from our KRX Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

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 and internationally, with a market capitalization of ₩1.14 billion.

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

Taesung Ltd., a small player in the semiconductor sector, recently joined the S&P Global BMI Index, marking a significant milestone. With earnings growth of 1482% over the past year, it has outpaced its industry peers who faced a downturn. The company's net debt to equity ratio stands at a satisfactory 4.2%, and its interest payments are well-covered by EBIT with 17.5 times coverage. However, shareholders experienced dilution over the past year, and free cash flow remains negative despite high-quality earnings and profitability ensuring no immediate cash runway concerns for Taesung Ltd.

• Click here to discover the nuances of TaesungLtd with our detailed analytical health report.

• Learn about TaesungLtd's historical performance.

Kyung Dong Navien (KOSE:A009450)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Kyung Dong Navien Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that focuses on the manufacturing and sale of machinery and heat combustion equipment, with a market cap of ₩1.28 trillion.

Operations: Kyung Dong Navien generates revenue primarily from its air conditioning manufacturing and sale segment, which contributed ₩1.29 billion.

Kyung Dong Navien, a notable name in South Korea's heating solutions market, has shown impressive financial health with an earnings growth of 85.5% this past year, outpacing the industry average of 28.5%. The company's debt to equity ratio has significantly improved from 46.4% to 22.4% over five years, indicating prudent financial management. Furthermore, its interest payments are well covered by EBIT at a multiple of 27.4x, showcasing strong operational performance and high-quality earnings that bolster investor confidence in its sustainability and potential for future growth within the competitive building sector landscape.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Kyung Dong Navien's performance by reading our health report here.

• Explore historical data to track Kyung Dong Navien's performance over time in our Past section.

Miwon Specialty Chemical (KOSE:A268280)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Miwon Specialty Chemical Co., Ltd. is involved in the production and supply of basic raw materials for UV/EB curing systems both domestically in Korea and internationally, with a market cap of approximately ₩722.21 billion.

Operations: Miwon Specialty Chemical generates revenue primarily through the manufacture and sale of energy curable resins, amounting to ₩468.28 billion. The company's financial performance can be analyzed by examining its net profit margin trends over time.

Miwon Specialty Chemical, a nimble player in the chemicals sector, has seen its earnings grow by 25.8% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of -4.5%. The company is trading at a significant discount of 62.7% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation. Despite an increase in debt to equity from 5% to 8.6% over five years, Miwon remains financially sound with more cash than total debt and positive free cash flow. Recently announced share buybacks aim to stabilize stock prices and enhance shareholder value through January 2025.

• Take a closer look at Miwon Specialty Chemical's potential here in our health report.

• Gain insights into Miwon Specialty Chemical's past trends and performance with our Past report.

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