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Undervalued Small Caps In Hong Kong With Insider Actions To Watch

Amidst a generally quiet week in global markets, Hong Kong's small-cap stocks have shown resilience, with the Hang Seng Index experiencing a slight decline. This backdrop sets an intriguing stage for investors looking at undervalued opportunities within this segment. Identifying stocks with strong fundamentals and positive insider actions can be particularly compelling in such market conditions, offering potential growth avenues against broader economic uncertainties.

Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In Hong Kong

Name

PE

PS

Discount to Fair Value

Value Rating

Xtep International Holdings

10.3x

0.7x

45.65%

★★★★★★

Wasion Holdings

12.1x

0.9x

28.00%

★★★★☆☆

Sany Heavy Equipment International Holdings

7.7x

0.7x

-19.09%

★★★★☆☆

Nissin Foods

14.7x

1.3x

40.28%

★★★★☆☆

China Leon Inspection Holding

10.3x

0.7x

23.74%

★★★★☆☆

China Overseas Grand Oceans Group

2.8x

0.1x

-2.06%

★★★★☆☆

Transport International Holdings

11.4x

0.6x

44.87%

★★★★☆☆

Giordano International

8.7x

0.8x

35.73%

★★★☆☆☆

Kinetic Development Group

4.3x

1.9x

13.35%

★★★☆☆☆

Shenzhen International Holdings

8.1x

0.8x

12.86%

★★★☆☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 16 stocks from our Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying screener.

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

iDreamSky Technology Holdings

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: iDreamSky Technology Holdings is a company primarily engaged in game and information services, including SaaS and other related services.

Operations: Game and Information Services, including SaaS and related services, generated CN¥1.92 billion in revenue. The company's gross profit margin stood at 35.14% as of the latest reporting period.

PE: -9.2x

iDreamSky Technology Holdings, reflecting a promising outlook with earnings expected to surge by 104% annually, recently showcased insider confidence through significant share purchases. This activity underscores a strong belief in the company's future among those who know it best. Hosting its Annual General Meeting on June 28, the firm emphasized stability and growth prospects. Despite relying solely on external borrowing—a riskier funding strategy—its financial agility appears robust, aligning well with its market positioning as an attractive investment in Hong Kong's dynamic tech sector.

SEHK:1119 Share price vs Value as at Jul 2024
SEHK:1119 Share price vs Value as at Jul 2024

Kinetic Development Group

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: Kinetic Development Group is a company involved in property development, primarily focusing on residential and commercial properties in China, with a market capitalization of approximately CN¥1.23 billion.

Operations: The company has experienced a notable increase in gross profit margin, escalating from 9.05% in Q3 2013 to 59.07% by the end of Q2 2024, reflecting significant operational efficiency improvements over the period. Revenue growth also showed a robust trend, rising from CN¥102.90 million in Q3 2013 to CN¥4745.07 million by mid-2024, demonstrating substantial expansion in its business scale.

PE: 4.3x

Kinetic Development Group, navigating through a landscape of revised corporate bylaws and a trimmed dividend, recently signaled insider confidence with strategic share purchases. Their financial structure leans heavily on external borrowing, reflecting a higher risk yet potentially rewarding profile. With insiders buying shares, it hints at optimism about the company's prospects despite the challenges. The firm is poised to announce Q1 results soon, which could provide further insights into its trajectory amidst these changes.

SEHK:1277 Share price vs Value as at Jul 2024
SEHK:1277 Share price vs Value as at Jul 2024

Transport International Holdings

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Transport International Holdings operates primarily in franchised bus operations, with additional interests in property holdings and development, generating a market capitalization of HK$5.17 billion.

Operations: Franchised Bus Operation generates the majority of the company's revenue, totaling HK$7.57 billion, while Property Holdings and Development contribute HK$87.36 million. The Gross Profit Margin has seen an upward trend over recent periods, reaching 0.28 in the latest report.

PE: 11.4x

Recently, Winnie J. Ng, a non-executive director at Transport International Holdings, demonstrated insider confidence by acquiring 124,000 shares for HK$1.11 million. This significant purchase reflects a belief in the company’s prospects despite its challenges with declining earnings and lower profit margins year-over-year. With leadership changes injecting fresh expertise into the board and a steady dividend payout affirmed last May, there's cautious optimism around its strategic direction amidst tough financial headwinds.

SEHK:62 Share price vs Value as at Jul 2024
SEHK:62 Share price vs Value as at Jul 2024

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Companies discussed in this article include SEHK:1119 SEHK:1277 and SEHK:62.

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