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Sezzle Leads 3 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Foundations

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In the last week, the United States market has stayed flat, yet it remains up 38% over the past year with earnings forecasted to grow by 15% annually. In this dynamic environment, identifying stocks with strong foundations and growth potential can be crucial for investors seeking opportunities beyond the well-trodden paths.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In The United States

NameDebt To EquityRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthHealth Rating
Morris State Bancshares10.20%-0.28%6.97%★★★★★★
TeekayNA-6.48%55.79%★★★★★★
Mission Bancorp25.37%16.23%20.16%★★★★★★
Omega FlexNA1.31%3.88%★★★★★★
First Northern Community BancorpNA7.12%10.04%★★★★★★
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior S. A311.64%21.07%24.77%★★★★★☆
ASA Gold and Precious MetalsNA7.11%-35.88%★★★★★☆
Valhi38.71%2.57%-19.76%★★★★★☆
Chain Bridge Bancorp10.64%41.34%18.53%★★★★☆☆
FRMO0.13%19.43%29.70%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 226 stocks from our US Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of from the screener.

Sezzle (NasdaqCM:SEZL)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Sezzle Inc. is a technology-enabled payments company operating mainly in the United States and Canada, with a market capitalization of $1.26 billion.

Operations: Sezzle generates revenue primarily through lending to end-customers, amounting to $192.69 million.

Sezzle, a dynamic player in the payments industry, has seen impressive earnings growth of 434.8% over the past year, outpacing its industry peers. The company's debt to equity ratio has significantly improved from 1676.6% to 137% over five years, indicating stronger financial health. Despite recent share price volatility and insider selling activity, Sezzle's net debt to equity ratio stands at a satisfactory 21.6%. Strategic partnerships and innovative products like high-margin subscriptions are expected to boost revenue by an estimated 29.2% annually over the next three years, although execution risks remain a concern for ongoing profitability improvements.

NasdaqCM:SEZL Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024
NasdaqCM:SEZL Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

Centrus Energy (NYSEAM:LEU)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Centrus Energy Corp. supplies nuclear fuel components and services for the nuclear power industry across the United States, Belgium, Japan, and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $1.61 billion.

Operations: Centrus Energy generates revenue primarily from two segments: Low-Enriched Uranium (LEU) at $320.80 million and Technical Solutions at $71.80 million. The company's net profit margin provides insight into its profitability trends over time, reflecting the efficiency of its operations relative to total revenue.

Centrus Energy, a nimble player in the energy sector, has seen its earnings skyrocket by 165% over the past year, outpacing the broader oil and gas industry. Despite a volatile share price recently, it maintains a strong cash position exceeding its total debt. The company reported impressive Q2 2024 results with revenue at US$189 million compared to US$98 million last year and net income reaching US$30.6 million from US$12.7 million previously. Trading at 42% below estimated fair value suggests potential for investors seeking undervalued opportunities in this dynamic market segment.

NYSEAM:LEU Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024
NYSEAM:LEU Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

Gatos Silver (NYSE:GATO)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Gatos Silver, Inc. is involved in the exploration, development, and production of precious metals with a market cap of $1.28 billion.

Operations: Gatos Silver generates revenue primarily from the sale of precious metals.

Gatos Silver, a player in the metals and mining sector, has showcased impressive growth with earnings surging 397% over the past year, outpacing industry averages. Operating without debt for five years now, this debt-free status eliminates concerns over interest payments. Recent production updates reveal increased output across key commodities: silver production rose to 2.42 million ounces from 2.22 million ounces year-over-year in Q3 2024, while zinc and lead outputs also saw significant upticks. The company projects silver production between 9.2 million and 9.7 million ounces for the full year, reflecting robust operational performance and potential future growth opportunities.

NYSE:GATO Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
NYSE:GATO Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

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