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Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals To Explore In November 2024

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In a week marked by significant macroeconomic activity, global markets saw mixed results with small-cap stocks holding up better than their larger counterparts, despite the broader indices finishing mostly lower. Amidst this backdrop of cautious earnings reports and fluctuating economic indicators, investors are increasingly seeking opportunities in stocks that exhibit strong fundamentals and resilience. In such an environment, identifying companies with solid financial health and growth potential becomes crucial for those looking to navigate market volatility successfully.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Togami Electric Mfg1.39%3.97%10.23%★★★★★★
Ovostar Union0.01%10.19%49.85%★★★★★★
ITOCHU-SHOKUHINNA0.32%13.06%★★★★★★
Impellam Group31.12%-5.43%-6.86%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
Nikko31.99%4.24%-8.75%★★★★★☆
Toyo Kanetsu K.K47.92%2.34%15.44%★★★★☆☆
Yukiguni Maitake170.63%-6.51%-39.66%★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia15.83%-7.78%25.44%★★★★☆☆
Wilson64.79%30.09%68.29%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 4736 stocks from our Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

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

Cheryong ElectricLtd (KOSDAQ:A033100)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Cheryong Electric Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells power electric equipment in South Korea with a market capitalization of approximately ₩910.74 billion.

Operations: Cheryong Electric generates revenue primarily from the sale of power electric equipment. The company's net profit margin has shown variability, reflecting fluctuations in operational efficiency and cost management.

Cheryong Electric, a relatively small player in the electrical industry, has shown impressive earnings growth of 134% over the past year, outpacing the industry's 11.6%. This growth is supported by its debt-free status and high-quality earnings profile. Trading at a significant discount of 92.8% below estimated fair value, it appears to offer good relative value compared to peers. The company seems well-positioned with positive free cash flow and no concerns about interest coverage due to its lack of debt. However, recent share price volatility may be a point for potential investors to consider carefully.

KOSDAQ:A033100 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024
KOSDAQ:A033100 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

SmartCraft (OB:SMCRT)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: SmartCraft ASA offers software solutions tailored for the construction industry across Norway, Sweden, and Finland, with a market cap of NOK5.18 billion.

Operations: SmartCraft ASA generates revenue primarily through its software solutions targeted at the construction sector in Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The company's market cap stands at approximately NOK5.18 billion.

SmartCraft, a nimble player in the software industry, has shown resilience by eliminating debt over the past five years from a debt to equity ratio of 63.5%. The company is trading at a discount, 22.4% below its estimated fair value, which may intrigue value seekers. Despite recent insider selling activity in the last quarter, SmartCraft's earnings growth of 18.5% outpaces the industry's 11.5%, showcasing robust performance with high-quality earnings reported consistently. In Q2 2024, sales rose to NOK 133 million from NOK 100.9 million year-on-year; however, net income slightly dipped to NOK 27 million from NOK 29.3 million previously noted for the same period last year.

OB:SMCRT Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024
OB:SMCRT Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

Tianjin LVYIN Landscape and Ecology Construction (SZSE:002887)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Tianjin LVYIN Landscape and Ecology Construction Co., Ltd is engaged in ecological restoration and landscaping construction in China, with a market cap of CN¥2.37 billion.

Operations: LVYIN Landscape and Ecology Construction derives its revenue primarily from the construction industry, amounting to CN¥398.29 million.

Tianjin LVYIN Landscape and Ecology Construction, a smaller player in its field, is currently trading at 93% below estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation. The company reported sales of CN¥243.65 million for the first nine months of 2024, slightly down from CN¥245.7 million the previous year. Net income was CN¥51.65 million compared to last year's CN¥76.82 million, reflecting some challenges despite a satisfactory net debt to equity ratio of 21.4%. Earnings grew by 14% over the past year and are expected to increase by about 6% annually moving forward, indicating steady growth prospects amid industry headwinds.

SZSE:002887 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024
SZSE:002887 Debt to Equity as at Nov 2024

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