Uncovering 3 Undiscovered Gems in United States Stocks

Over the last 7 days, the United States market has remained flat, yet it has risen by 25% over the past year with earnings forecast to grow by 15% annually. In this dynamic environment, identifying stocks that may be undervalued or overlooked can offer unique opportunities for investors seeking growth potential in a thriving market.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In The United States

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Eagle Financial Services	170.75%	12.30%	1.92%	★★★★★★
Morris State Bancshares	10.20%	-0.28%	6.97%	★★★★★★
Wilson Bank Holding	NA	7.87%	8.22%	★★★★★★
Omega Flex	NA	0.39%	2.57%	★★★★★★
Franklin Financial Services	173.21%	5.55%	-1.86%	★★★★★★
Parker Drilling	46.05%	0.86%	52.25%	★★★★★★
Teekay	NA	-3.71%	60.91%	★★★★★★
ASA Gold and Precious Metals	NA	7.11%	-35.88%	★★★★★☆
FRMO	0.08%	38.78%	45.85%	★★★★★☆
Pure Cycle	5.15%	-2.61%	-6.23%	★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 249 stocks from our US Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

FS Bancorp (NasdaqCM:FSBW)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: FS Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company for 1st Security Bank of Washington, offering banking and financial services to local families, businesses, and industry niches with a market cap of approximately $313.93 million.

Operations: FS Bancorp generates revenue primarily through its Commercial and Consumer Banking segment, which contributes $117.94 million, while Home Lending adds $21.52 million.

FS Bancorp, with total assets of US$3.0 billion and equity of US$288.9 million, appears to be a robust player in its sector. The company has total deposits of US$2.4 billion against loans amounting to US$2.5 billion, indicating a strong lending position supported by primarily low-risk funding sources—91% from customer deposits. A sufficient allowance for bad loans at 290% and non-performing loans at just 0.4% underscore its prudent risk management practices. Additionally, FS Bancorp's earnings growth over the past year outpaced the industry average by 10%, reflecting high-quality past earnings and trading well below estimated fair value by 60%.

• Navigate through the intricacies of FS Bancorp with our comprehensive health report here.

• Examine FS Bancorp's past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past.

First Community Bankshares (NasdaqGS:FCBC)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: First Community Bankshares, Inc. is a financial holding company for First Community Bank, offering a range of banking products and services, with a market capitalization of $734.02 million.

Operations: The primary revenue stream for First Community Bankshares comes from its community banking segment, generating $163.17 million. The company's market capitalization stands at $734.02 million.

Boasting total assets of US$3.2 billion and equity of US$520.7 million, First Community Bankshares presents a robust financial foundation with deposits at US$2.7 billion and loans totaling US$2.4 billion. The bank's net interest margin stands at 4.4%, while its allowance for bad loans is sufficient at 0.8% of total loans, indicating prudent risk management practices. Despite a forecasted earnings decline averaging 2.5% annually over the next three years, recent earnings growth outpaced the industry average by reaching 3.1%. Additionally, the company repurchased shares worth US$14.94 million since September 2023, reflecting confidence in its value proposition.

• Delve into the full analysis health report here for a deeper understanding of First Community Bankshares.

• Review our historical performance report to gain insights into First Community Bankshares''s past performance.

ReposiTrak (NYSE:TRAK)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: ReposiTrak, Inc. is a software-as-a-service provider that designs, develops, and markets proprietary software products in North America with a market capitalization of $385.67 million.

Operations: ReposiTrak generates revenue primarily from its software and programming segment, which amounts to $20.83 million.

ReposiTrak, a nimble player in the software-as-a-service sector, is gaining traction due to increasing traceability mandates from retail giants like Walmart and Kroger. The company boasts zero debt now compared to a 10.9% debt-to-equity ratio five years ago and has achieved an impressive 26.1% annual earnings growth over the past five years. While its recent partnership with Upshop aims to enhance supply chain visibility, ReposiTrak faces challenges such as complex supplier onboarding and competitive pressures necessitating innovation. Despite these hurdles, analysts foresee a robust 14.3% revenue growth annually for three years with improved profit margins projected at 28.5%.

• ReposiTrak's growth is fueled by expanding traceability mandates from major retailers. Click here to explore the full narrative on ReposiTrak's market positioning and potential.

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