Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Action In United States For September 2024

Over the last 7 days, the market has remained flat. As for the longer term, the market has risen 22% in the past 12 months and earnings are forecast to grow by 15% annually. In this context, identifying undervalued small-cap stocks with insider action can offer unique opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on potential growth.

Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In The United States

Name	PE	PS	Discount to Fair Value	Value Rating
Columbus McKinnon	18.8x	0.9x	47.64%	★★★★★★
Thryv Holdings	NA	0.7x	26.77%	★★★★★☆
Delek US Holdings	NA	0.1x	22.88%	★★★★★☆
Citizens & Northern	12.6x	2.8x	45.02%	★★★★☆☆
Franklin Financial Services	10.4x	2.1x	37.53%	★★★★☆☆
German American Bancorp	13.7x	4.6x	47.35%	★★★☆☆☆
MYR Group	31.5x	0.4x	47.17%	★★★☆☆☆
Community West Bancshares	18.7x	2.9x	42.25%	★★★☆☆☆
Metals Acquisition	NA	2.4x	49.63%	★★★☆☆☆
Sabre	NA	0.4x	-40.24%	★★★☆☆☆

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MYR Group (NasdaqGS:MYRG)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: MYR Group is a company that provides electrical construction services, specializing in commercial and industrial projects as well as transmission and distribution infrastructure, with a market cap of approximately $2.24 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue from two primary segments: Commercial & Industrial (C&I) and Transmission & Distribution (T&D). Over recent periods, the net income margin has shown a declining trend, reaching 1.37% in the latest quarter.

PE: 31.5x

MYR Group, a small-cap company, reported second-quarter 2024 sales of US$828.89 million and a net loss of US$15.28 million, reflecting challenges compared to the previous year. Despite this, insider confidence is evident with recent share repurchases totaling US$16.26 million from May 6 to June 30, 2024. The company is actively seeking acquisitions and investments to bolster growth, leveraging its strong balance sheet and future cash flows for strategic opportunities in the industry.

• Delve into the full analysis valuation report here for a deeper understanding of MYR Group.

• Explore historical data to track MYR Group's performance over time in our Past section.

Dave & Buster's Entertainment (NasdaqGS:PLAY)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: Dave & Buster's Entertainment operates a chain of entertainment and dining venues offering a combination of games, food, and beverages, with a market cap of approximately $1.7 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its food and beverage sales and entertainment services. The cost of goods sold (COGS) has seen fluctuations, impacting the gross profit margin, which was 32.82% as of February 2024. Operating expenses include significant allocations to general and administrative costs, depreciation and amortization, and non-operating expenses.

PE: 10.9x

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, a small-cap company with a dynamic and interactive entertainment offering, recently reported Q2 2024 earnings of US$40.3 million, up from US$25.9 million the previous year. Sales for the quarter reached US$375.7 million compared to US$360.8 million last year, reflecting steady growth despite higher-risk external borrowing as its sole funding source. Insider confidence is evident with Darin Harper purchasing 13,578 shares worth over US$526K in August 2024, indicating strong belief in future performance potential amidst ongoing expansion efforts such as new locations and reimagined gaming experiences across the U.S.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Dave & Buster's Entertainment with our comprehensive valuation report here.

• Gain insights into Dave & Buster's Entertainment's past trends and performance with our Past report.

Sabre (NasdaqGS:SABR)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: Sabre operates as a technology solutions provider for the global travel and tourism industry, with a market cap of approximately $1.52 billion.

Operations: Sabre generates revenue primarily from its Travel Solutions and Hospitality Solutions segments, with recent figures showing $2.70 billion and $315.74 million respectively. The company's gross profit margin has shown variability, reaching as high as 81.41% in Q2 2020 and most recently recorded at 59.47% in Q3 2024. Operating expenses have been significant, often surpassing $1 billion per quarter, driven largely by R&D expenditures that frequently exceed $1 billion annually.

PE: -2.6x

Sabre Corporation, a key player in travel technology, has seen significant insider confidence with notable share purchases over the last six months. Despite reporting a net loss of US$69.76 million for Q2 2024, the company reduced its losses compared to the previous year. Recent executive changes include Rochelle Boas stepping in as Chief Legal Officer from October 14, 2024. Sabre's expanded agreements with Priceline and American Airlines highlight its strategic partnerships and potential for growth in travel retailing.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Sabre's performance by reading our valuation report here.

• Learn about Sabre's historical performance.

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