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Undiscovered Gems Promising Stocks To Watch In December 2024

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As global markets continue to scale new heights, with small-cap indices like the Russell 2000 reaching record levels, investors are keenly observing how geopolitical tensions and economic indicators shape market sentiment. Amidst this backdrop of robust market activity and shifting policies, identifying promising stocks requires a keen eye for companies that demonstrate resilience and potential for growth in turbulent times.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Bahrain National Holding Company B.S.CNA20.11%5.44%★★★★★★
Ovostar Union0.01%10.19%49.85%★★★★★★
Sundart Holdings0.92%-2.32%-3.94%★★★★★★
Yulie Sekuritas IndonesiaNA18.62%9.58%★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings10.09%-5.59%-9.92%★★★★★★
MAPFRE MiddleseaNA14.56%1.77%★★★★★☆
National Investments Company K.S.C.P26.01%3.66%4.99%★★★★☆☆
Jamuna Bank85.07%7.37%-3.87%★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia15.83%-7.78%25.44%★★★★☆☆
Wilson64.79%30.09%68.29%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 4640 stocks from our Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Changhong Huayi Compressor (SZSE:000404)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Changhong Huayi Compressor Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, and sells compressors both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥5.18 billion.

Operations: The company's primary revenue stream is derived from the sale of compressors. It experienced a net profit margin of 4.5% in the last reporting period, highlighting its profitability in the competitive compressor market.

Changhong Huayi Compressor, a notable player in the machinery sector, has shown robust earnings growth of 17.8% over the past year, outpacing its industry peers. Despite a drop in sales to CNY 9.69 billion from CNY 10.73 billion last year, net income rose to CNY 375.94 million from CNY 275.05 million, reflecting improved profitability with basic earnings per share climbing to CNY 0.54 from CNY 0.40 previously reported. The company seems well-positioned financially with more cash than total debt and a reduced debt-to-equity ratio of 25%, suggesting prudent financial management and potential for continued growth.

SZSE:000404 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Dec 2024
SZSE:000404 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Dec 2024

Shenzhen JT Automation EquipmentLtd (SZSE:300400)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Shenzhen JT Automation Equipment Co., Ltd specializes in the research, development, production, and sale of intelligent equipment and manufacturing systems, with a market cap of CN¥4.49 billion.

Operations: The primary revenue stream for Shenzhen JT Automation Equipment Co., Ltd comes from its Industrial Automation & Controls segment, generating CN¥720.86 million.

Shenzhen JT Automation Equipment, a nimble player in the machinery sector, shows promising financial health with its debt-free status and high-quality earnings. Over the past year, earnings grew by 8%, outpacing the industry's -0.4% growth rate, although they have decreased by 7.6% annually over five years. The company reported a net income of CNY 60 million for nine months ending September 2024, up from CNY 39 million last year, reflecting improved profitability with basic EPS rising to CNY 0.25 from CNY 0.16. Despite recent volatility in share price, free cash flow remains positive at CNY 111 million as of September end.

SZSE:300400 Debt to Equity as at Dec 2024
SZSE:300400 Debt to Equity as at Dec 2024

C Sun Mfg (TWSE:2467)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: C Sun Mfg Ltd. specializes in providing various processing equipment and has a market capitalization of NT$32.10 billion.

Operations: C Sun Mfg Ltd. generates revenue primarily from Zhisheng Industry, contributing NT$2.46 billion, and Suzhou Top Creation Machines Co Ltd., adding NT$1.44 billion to its financial performance. The company also derives income from Zhisheng Technology, amounting to NT$1.09 billion.

C Sun Mfg, a smaller player in the machinery sector, has shown notable performance with earnings growing by 23.5% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of 14.6%. The company's debt-to-equity ratio improved from 74.4% to 50.2% in five years, indicating better financial health. Despite its volatile share price recently, C Sun remains profitable with free cash flow positive at TWD 524 million for nine months ending September 2024 compared to TWD 376 million a year ago. A recent share repurchase program aims to buy back up to one million shares worth TWD 331 million by year's end.

TWSE:2467 Debt to Equity as at Dec 2024
TWSE:2467 Debt to Equity as at Dec 2024

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