As global markets navigate the anticipation of interest rate decisions and mixed economic signals, small-cap stocks have shown resilience, with the Russell 2000 Index rising by 0.84% in early December. Amid these conditions, investors often seek opportunities in small-cap companies that demonstrate potential for growth and stability despite broader market uncertainties. Identifying such stocks involves looking at factors like strong fundamentals, market position, and insider activity that might indicate confidence from those closest to the company’s operations.
| Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Security Bank | 4.3x | 0.9x | 28.90% | ★★★★★★ |
| Senior | 24.2x | 0.8x | 28.79% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Centurion | 3.6x | 3.0x | -53.25% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| PSC | 9.7x | 0.4x | 21.09% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Chinasoft International | 21.7x | 0.7x | -1199.38% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Hung Hing Printing Group | NA | 0.4x | 44.53% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Gooch & Housego | 45.2x | 1.1x | 24.15% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Kendrion | 28.6x | 0.7x | 42.79% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Ever Sunshine Services Group | 6.1x | 0.4x | -399.00% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| CVS Group | 45.9x | 1.3x | 26.44% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Civmec is an integrated, multi-disciplinary construction and engineering services provider with a focus on the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine, and defence sectors, boasting a market cap of A$0.58 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue streams are primarily derived from Resources, followed by Infrastructure, Marine & Defence, and Energy. The gross profit margin has shown variability over time, reaching 13.14% in the most recent period. Operating expenses have generally fluctuated around A$30 million with notable non-operating expenses impacting net income margins.
PE: 16.7x
Civmec, a company with potential for growth, has caught attention in the small-cap space. Despite relying entirely on external borrowing, which presents higher risk compared to customer deposits, their forecasted earnings growth of 13.97% annually suggests a promising trajectory. Insider confidence is evident as key figures have been purchasing shares throughout 2025. Recent discussions at the Annual General Meeting in September also indicate active engagement with stakeholders about future strategies and financial health.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: BioGaia is a Swedish company specializing in the development and sale of probiotic products for pediatric and adult health, with a market cap of approximately SEK 10.65 billion.
Operations: BioGaia generates revenue primarily from its Pediatrics and Adult Health segments, with the Pediatrics segment being the larger contributor. The company's cost structure includes significant expenses in sales and marketing as well as research and development. Over recent periods, BioGaia's gross profit margin has shown some variation, reaching 73.84% in Q2 2024 before slightly decreasing to 72.45% by Q4 2024.
PE: 31.4x
BioGaia, a company with a small market presence, is gaining traction through innovative probiotic solutions like their Prodentis FRESH BREATH lozenges. Recent earnings for Q3 2025 showed sales of SEK 326.64 million and net income of SEK 65.88 million, both improved from the previous year. The company's research on serotonin-producing bacteria highlights its focus on gut-brain health connections, potentially boosting future growth prospects despite reliance on external funding sources.
Evaluate BioGaia's historical performance by accessing our past performance report.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Vitec Software Group specializes in developing and delivering software solutions primarily for niche markets, with a focus on the software and programming sector, and has a market capitalization of approximately SEK 15.93 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Software & Programming segment, reporting a revenue of SEK 3.58 billion for the latest period. It has experienced fluctuations in its gross profit margin, reaching 47.66% most recently. Operating expenses have been significant, with general and administrative expenses accounting for SEK 405.88 million in the latest quarter.
PE: 30.7x
Vitec Software Group, operating in a competitive industry, recently reported third-quarter sales of SEK 773.22 million, up from SEK 717.76 million the previous year. Despite this growth, net income slightly decreased to SEK 112.15 million from SEK 108.42 million. Notably, insider confidence is evident as Independent Director Jan Friedman purchased 1,000 shares for approximately SEK 314,800 in September 2025. The company's earnings are projected to grow at an annual rate of nearly 19%, though it relies heavily on external borrowing for funding which poses higher risk compared to customer deposits.
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