Three Undiscovered Gems in the US Market

Simply Wall St.03-20

The United States market has shown resilience, climbing 2.1% over the last week and rising 8.1% over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 14% annually in the coming years. In this environment, identifying stocks that are not only poised for growth but also remain underappreciated can offer unique opportunities for investors seeking to capitalize on these promising market conditions.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In The United States

Name Debt To Equity Revenue Growth Earnings Growth Health Rating
Morris State Bancshares 9.72% 4.93% 6.51% ★★★★★★
Wilson Bank Holding NA 7.87% 8.22% ★★★★★★
Oakworth Capital 31.49% 14.78% 4.46% ★★★★★★
Cashmere Valley Bank 15.51% 5.80% 3.51% ★★★★★★
Omega Flex NA -0.52% 0.74% ★★★★★★
Teekay NA -0.89% 62.53% ★★★★★★
Anbio Biotechnology NA 8.43% 184.88% ★★★★★★
Pure Cycle 5.15% -2.61% -6.23% ★★★★★☆
First IC 38.58% 9.04% 14.76% ★★★★☆☆
Reitar Logtech Holdings 31.39% 231.46% 41.38% ★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 282 stocks from our US Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

Liquidity Services

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Liquidity Services, Inc. operates e-commerce marketplaces and offers auction listing tools and value-added services globally, with a market cap of approximately $913.80 million.

Operations: The company's primary revenue streams are derived from its Retail Supply Chain Group (RSCG) at $276.96 million and GovDeals at $81.18 million, with additional contributions from the Capital Assets Group (CAG) and Machinio segments. The net profit margin is a key financial metric to consider when evaluating the company's profitability trends over time.

Liquidity Services, a nimble player in the online auction space, has been making waves with its debt-free status and high-quality earnings. Trading at 57.3% below fair value estimates, it offers an intriguing proposition for investors. Over the past year, earnings surged by 26%, outpacing industry growth of 6.8%. Recent financials show first-quarter revenue hitting US$122 million compared to US$71 million last year, while net income rose to US$5.81 million from US$1.91 million previously. Despite significant insider selling recently, the company's strategic acquisitions and partnerships hint at potential future expansion in market reach and capabilities.

  • Liquidity Services' strategic acquisitions expand market reach and enhance software capabilities. Click here to explore the full narrative on Liquidity Services.
NasdaqGS:LQDT Debt to Equity as at Mar 2025

Republic Bancorp

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Republic Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company for Republic Bank & Trust Company, offering a range of banking products and services in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $1.26 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from Core Banking and Republic Processing Group (RPG) segments, with Traditional Banking generating $238.98 million and Republic Credit Solutions contributing $44.39 million. The net profit margin is a key financial metric to consider when evaluating its performance over time.

Republic Bancorp stands out with total assets of US$6.8 billion and a net interest margin of 4.9%, reflecting a strong position in its industry. The bank's earnings grew by 12% last year, outpacing the broader banking sector, which saw a -1.5% change. With total deposits at US$5.2 billion and loans at US$5.3 billion, it maintains a healthy balance sheet supported by low-risk funding sources like customer deposits, making up 89% of liabilities. Its allowance for bad loans is sufficient at 0.4% of total loans, underscoring prudent risk management practices in its operations.

  • Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Republic Bancorp stock in this health report.
  • Explore historical data to track Republic Bancorp's performance over time in our Past section.

NasdaqGS:RBCA.A Debt to Equity as at Mar 2025

SunCoke Energy

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: SunCoke Energy, Inc. operates as an independent producer of coke in the Americas and Brazil with a market cap of approximately $776.88 million.

Operations: SunCoke Energy generates revenue primarily from its Domestic Coke segment, contributing $1.82 billion, and also earns from Logistics at $105.90 million and Brazil Coke at $35.10 million. The net profit margin shows an interesting trend at 5%, indicating the company's profitability after accounting for all expenses.

SunCoke Energy, a smaller player in the energy sector, has shown notable financial resilience despite challenges. The company reported a net income of US$95.9 million for 2024, up from US$57.5 million the previous year, with earnings per share rising to US$1.13 from US$0.68. While its net debt to equity ratio stands at a high 42.6%, interest payments are well-covered by EBIT at 6.6 times coverage, indicating strong operational performance and financial management. Despite forecasts of declining earnings by an average of 16% annually over three years, SunCoke trades at about 35% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation opportunities for investors considering its strategic initiatives and dividend declarations amidst market uncertainties.

  • SunCoke Energy's strategic contracts and operational efficiencies aim to stabilize revenues. Click here to explore the full narrative on SunCoke Energy's investment potential.
NYSE:SXC Debt to Equity as at Mar 2025

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:LQDT NasdaqGS:RBCA.A and NYSE:SXC.

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