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3 US Penny Stocks With At Least $3M Market Cap

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As the U.S. markets experience a downturn, with major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite extending their slump, investors are keenly observing how different sectors respond to these shifts. Amidst this backdrop, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—continue to capture attention for their potential value despite their vintage-sounding name. These stocks can offer unique opportunities when they possess strong financial foundations, and in this article, we explore three such penny stocks that stand out for their financial resilience and growth potential.

Top 10 Penny Stocks In The United States

NameShare PriceMarket CapFinancial Health Rating
QuantaSing Group (NasdaqGM:QSG)$3.08$127.54M★★★★★★
BAB (OTCPK:BABB)$0.86379$6.28M★★★★★☆
Safe Bulkers (NYSE:SB)$3.76$392.77M★★★★☆☆
Golden Growers Cooperative (OTCPK:GGRO.U)$4.50$67.38M★★★★★★
North European Oil Royalty Trust (NYSE:NRT)$4.47$42.83M★★★★★★
Imperial Petroleum (NasdaqCM:IMPP)$2.60$82.81M★★★★★★
Permianville Royalty Trust (NYSE:PVL)$1.42$47.52M★★★★★★
PHX Minerals (NYSE:PHX)$4.00$155.17M★★★★★☆
Smith Micro Software (NasdaqCM:SMSI)$1.36$24.65M★★★★★☆
CBAK Energy Technology (NasdaqCM:CBAT)$0.8491$77.35M★★★★★☆

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IT Tech Packaging (NYSEAM:ITP)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: IT Tech Packaging, Inc. and its subsidiaries produce and distribute paper products in the People’s Republic of China, with a market cap of $3.52 million.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its Dongfang Paper segment, contributing $78.54 million, and a smaller portion from Tengsheng Paper at $0.61 million.

Market Cap: $3.52M

IT Tech Packaging, with a market cap of US$3.52 million, primarily generates revenue from its Dongfang Paper segment (US$78.54 million). Despite being unprofitable, the company benefits from seasoned management and board teams with average tenures of 17.3 and 15.3 years respectively. Short-term assets of US$33 million comfortably cover both short-term liabilities (US$20.8 million) and long-term liabilities (US$4.9 million), while debt has decreased over five years to a satisfactory net debt to equity ratio of 3.3%. However, high volatility in share price and less than one year’s cash runway present challenges for investors considering this penny stock.

NYSEAM:ITP Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Feb 2025
NYSEAM:ITP Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Feb 2025

Nu Ride (OTCPK:NRDE)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Nu Ride Inc. currently lacks significant operations and has a market cap of $19.48 million.

Operations: Nu Ride Inc. has not reported any revenue segments at this time.

Market Cap: $19.48M

Nu Ride Inc., with a market cap of US$19.48 million, is pre-revenue and currently unprofitable, indicating its speculative nature as a penny stock. The company benefits from having no debt and short-term assets of US$58.3 million exceeding liabilities of US$15.2 million, providing some financial stability despite less than a year’s cash runway based on free cash flow. Shareholders have not faced significant dilution recently; however, the board's inexperience and volatile share price add risk factors for potential investors seeking opportunities in this category.

OTCPK:NRDE Revenue & Expenses Breakdown as at Feb 2025
OTCPK:NRDE Revenue & Expenses Breakdown as at Feb 2025

SCI Engineered Materials (OTCPK:SCIA)

Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: SCI Engineered Materials, Inc. manufactures and supplies materials for physical vapor deposition thin film applications in the United States, with a market cap of $21.97 million.

Operations: The company generates $22.87 million in revenue from its role as a global supplier and manufacturer of advanced materials for physical vapor deposition.

Market Cap: $21.97M

SCI Engineered Materials, with a market cap of US$21.97 million, operates debt-free and maintains financial stability with short-term assets of US$9.7 million surpassing liabilities of US$1.5 million. While its net profit margin improved slightly to 8.1% from 7.8%, the company experienced a decline in earnings growth over the past year, contrasting its significant 5-year profit expansion rate of 21.2% annually. Despite trading below estimated fair value and having an experienced management team, recent earnings showed a decrease in sales and net income compared to the previous year, highlighting potential challenges amid industry volatility.

OTCPK:SCIA Financial Position Analysis as at Feb 2025
OTCPK:SCIA Financial Position Analysis as at Feb 2025

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About OTCPK:SCIA

SCI Engineered Materials

Manufactures and supplies materials for physical vapor deposition thin film applications in the United States.

Flawless balance sheet and good value.

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