European Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Action In June 2025
Reviewed by Simply Wall St
In recent weeks, European markets have experienced a modest upswing, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index rising by 0.65%, buoyed by easing trade tensions and expectations of potential interest rate cuts from the European Central Bank. Amidst this backdrop, investors are increasingly focusing on small-cap stocks, which can offer unique opportunities for growth due to their agility and potential for innovation in a dynamic economic environment.
Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In Europe
Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
---|---|---|---|---|
Morgan Advanced Materials | 12.0x | 0.5x | 34.01% | ★★★★★☆ |
Tristel | 26.8x | 3.8x | 14.45% | ★★★★☆☆ |
AKVA group | 15.8x | 0.7x | 45.82% | ★★★★☆☆ |
Close Brothers Group | NA | 0.5x | 45.84% | ★★★★☆☆ |
Eastnine | 18.2x | 8.8x | 40.64% | ★★★★☆☆ |
Savills | 24.7x | 0.6x | 41.68% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Absolent Air Care Group | 22.3x | 1.8x | 49.40% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Italmobiliare | 11.9x | 1.6x | -219.73% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
SmartCraft | 42.3x | 7.6x | 32.44% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Seeing Machines | NA | 2.3x | 45.51% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.
Dr. Martens (LSE:DOCS)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Dr. Martens is a renowned British footwear brand known for its iconic boots and shoes, with a market capitalization of approximately £2.5 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from footwear sales, with a recent reported revenue of £805.9 million. The gross profit margin has shown an upward trend, reaching 65.52% in the latest period. Operating expenses are significant, including general and administrative costs and non-operating expenses contributing to the overall financial performance.
PE: 19.7x
Dr. Martens, a known footwear brand in Europe, is experiencing insider confidence with recent share purchases in May 2025. Despite a dip in profit margins to 3.6% from last year's 10.6%, the company forecasts earnings growth of 24% annually, suggesting potential for future expansion. However, reliance on external borrowing poses financial risks as interest payments aren't fully covered by earnings. A strategy update presentation on May 15, 2025, highlighted efforts to address these challenges and leverage growth opportunities within their niche market segment.
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New Wave Group (OM:NEWA B)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: New Wave Group operates in the corporate, sports and leisure, and gifts and home furnishings sectors, with a market capitalization of SEK 8.52 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from three segments: Corporate, Sports & Leisure, and Gifts & Home Furnishings. Over recent periods, the gross profit margin has shown a trend of fluctuating around 50%, reflecting its ability to manage costs relative to sales. Operating expenses have been significant but stable in relation to its gross profit, indicating effective cost management.
PE: 17.8x
New Wave Group exhibits insider confidence with Jens Petersson acquiring 248,250 shares, reflecting a 54% increase in their holdings. Despite relying on external borrowing as its sole funding source, the company shows potential with forecasted earnings growth of 18% annually. Recent financials reveal a rise in Q1 sales to SEK 2.2 billion and net income to SEK 144 million. A dividend of SEK 3.50 per share is set for distribution across two installments in May and December 2025.
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Vitec Software Group (OM:VIT B)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Vitec Software Group is a Swedish company specializing in the development and provision of industry-specific software solutions, with a market capitalization of approximately SEK 12.34 billion.
Operations: Vitec Software Group's primary revenue stream is from software and programming, generating SEK 3.50 billion. The company's gross profit margin has shown fluctuations, peaking at 54.13% in Q3 2022 before adjusting to 47.21% by Q1 2025. Operating expenses are a significant component of their cost structure, with general and administrative expenses being the largest category within operating costs.
PE: 44.3x
Vitec Software Group, a European software company, demonstrates potential as an undervalued small-cap stock. Despite high debt levels and reliance on external borrowing, its revenue for Q1 2025 rose to SEK 902.4 million from SEK 716.05 million the previous year, indicating strong growth momentum. Insider confidence is reflected in recent share purchases by key figures within the company. The approved quarterly dividend of SEK 3.60 per share underscores financial stability and shareholder commitment amidst projected earnings growth of 17.9% annually.
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About OM:VIT B
Vitec Software Group
Develops and delivers vertical market software solutions in Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, the Netherlands, the United States, and internationally.
Fair value with moderate growth potential.
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