Undiscovered Gems In South Korea Top Stocks For October 2024

Simply Wall St · 10/15 06:09

The South Korean market has been capturing global attention, not only for its economic resilience but also due to cultural milestones like Han Kang's recent Nobel Prize in Literature win, which highlights the nation's growing influence on the world stage. In this vibrant atmosphere, identifying promising small-cap stocks requires a keen eye for companies that can harness both local and international opportunities while navigating broader market sentiments.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In South Korea

Name Debt To Equity Revenue Growth Earnings Growth Health Rating
Miwon Chemicals 0.08% 11.70% 14.38% ★★★★★★
Korea Airport ServiceLtd NA 3.97% 42.22% ★★★★★★
NOROO PAINT & COATINGS 13.99% 5.04% 7.74% ★★★★★★
Woori Technology Investment NA 25.66% -1.45% ★★★★★★
Kyung Dong Navien 22.40% 11.19% 18.84% ★★★★★★
Namuga 14.47% 0.88% 38.25% ★★★★★★
Oriental Precision & EngineeringLtd 54.53% 3.14% 0.80% ★★★★★☆
iMarketKorea 28.53% 5.35% 1.30% ★★★★★☆
ASIA Holdings 34.98% 8.43% 16.17% ★★★★★☆
Daewon Cable 30.50% 8.72% 60.28% ★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 187 stocks from our KRX Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

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

TaesungLtd (KOSDAQ:A323280)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Taesung Co., Ltd. is a company that focuses on the development, manufacturing, and sale of PCB automation equipment both in South Korea and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately ₩973.44 billion.

Operations: Taesung generates revenue primarily from the manufacturing and sale of PCB automation equipment, totaling approximately ₩45.68 billion.

Taesung Ltd. has shown remarkable earnings growth of 1482% over the past year, significantly outpacing the semiconductor industry average of -10%. Despite recent shareholder dilution, its debt management remains robust with a net debt to equity ratio of 4.2%, deemed satisfactory. The company's interest payments are well-covered by EBIT at 17.5 times coverage, highlighting financial stability amidst volatility in share price over the last three months. Recently added to the S&P Global BMI Index, Taesung's inclusion suggests growing recognition in global markets.

KOSDAQ:A323280 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
KOSDAQ:A323280 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

Kyung Dong Navien (KOSE:A009450)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Kyung Dong Navien Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that manufactures and sells machinery and heat combustion equipment, with a market capitalization of ₩1.16 trillion.

Operations: Kyung Dong Navien generates revenue primarily from the air conditioning manufacturing and sales segment, amounting to approximately ₩1.29 billion.

Kyung Dong Navien, a promising player in South Korea's heating solutions market, showcases strong financial health with its interest payments well covered by EBIT at 27.4 times. The company's earnings surged by 86% last year, outpacing the building industry's growth of 29%. With a net debt to equity ratio of 6.5%, it stands on solid ground financially. Over five years, its debt to equity ratio improved from 46% to 22%, reflecting prudent management strategies and high-quality earnings.

KOSE:A009450 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024
KOSE:A009450 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

Dongwon Systems (KOSE:A014820)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Dongwon Systems Corporation is a South Korean company that specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of packaging materials, with a market capitalization of ₩1.52 trillion.

Operations: Dongwon Systems generates revenue primarily from its packaging business, which accounts for approximately ₩1.27 trillion.

Dongwon Systems, a notable player in the packaging sector, showcases robust financial health despite its high net debt to equity ratio of 48.4%. Over the past year, earnings grew by 4.8%, surpassing industry averages and reflecting high-quality earnings. The company's interest payments are well-covered with an EBIT coverage of 5.2 times, indicating strong operational efficiency. Recent results highlight a net income jump to KRW 22.26 billion for Q2 from KRW 17.90 billion last year, suggesting solid profitability momentum moving forward.

KOSE:A014820 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024
KOSE:A014820 Debt to Equity as at Oct 2024

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