3 Undervalued Small Caps With Recent Insider Activity To Consider

Over the last 7 days, the United States market has risen by 1.6%, contributing to a 12% increase over the past year, with earnings forecasted to grow by 14% annually. In this context of steady market performance, identifying small-cap stocks with recent insider activity can provide valuable insights into potential opportunities for investors seeking growth in undervalued segments.

Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In The United States

Name	PE	PS	Discount to Fair Value	Value Rating
Columbus McKinnon	NA	0.5x	39.05%	★★★★★☆
Industrial Logistics Properties Trust	NA	0.5x	46.57%	★★★★★☆
Citizens & Northern	10.9x	2.7x	48.30%	★★★★☆☆
Barrett Business Services	20.7x	0.9x	47.02%	★★★★☆☆
S&T Bancorp	10.7x	3.7x	43.42%	★★★★☆☆
Thryv Holdings	NA	0.7x	27.73%	★★★★☆☆
Vital Energy	NA	0.4x	8.54%	★★★★☆☆
MVB Financial	13.9x	1.8x	35.00%	★★★☆☆☆
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store	21.2x	0.3x	-637.46%	★★★☆☆☆
Titan Machinery	NA	0.2x	-365.97%	★★★☆☆☆

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

AirSculpt Technologies (AIRS)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: AirSculpt Technologies is a company that specializes in providing direct medical procedure services, with a market capitalization of approximately $0.39 billion.

Operations: The primary revenue stream is from Direct Medical Procedure Services. The company has experienced fluctuations in its gross profit margin, which was 65.54% as of March 31, 2024, and decreased to 63.81% by June 12, 2025. Operating expenses have consistently been a significant portion of costs, with General & Administrative Expenses being the largest component among them.

PE: -19.1x

AirSculpt Technologies, a smaller player in the U.S. market, recently completed a follow-on equity offering of US$12 million at US$3.8 per share on June 9, 2025. Despite reporting a net loss of US$2.85 million for Q1 2025 compared to last year's profit, they project annual revenue between US$160 million and US$170 million for 2025. The company's reliance on external borrowing highlights funding risks; however, insider confidence is shown through recent share purchases within the same period.

• Dive into the specifics of AirSculpt Technologies here with our thorough valuation report.

• Assess AirSculpt Technologies' past performance with our detailed historical performance reports.

Capital Southwest (CSWC)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Capital Southwest is a business development company that focuses on providing financing solutions to middle-market companies and has a market cap of approximately $0.64 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its investment activities, with the latest reported figure being $204.44 million. Operating expenses for the most recent period were $29.03 million, while non-operating expenses amounted to $105.55 million. The net income margin has shown variability over time, with a recent figure of 34.17%.

PE: 16.9x

Capital Southwest, a smaller U.S. company, has shown resilience in its financial strategy despite facing challenges. The firm's revenue increased to US$204.44 million for the year ending March 31, 2025, up from US$178.14 million previously, although net income declined to US$70.55 million from US$83.39 million. Insider confidence is evident with recent share purchases by executives over the past few months, signaling belief in potential growth despite earnings pressures and reliance on external borrowing for funding needs.

• Click here and access our complete valuation analysis report to understand the dynamics of Capital Southwest.

• Understand Capital Southwest's track record by examining our Past report.

Standard Motor Products (SMP)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆

Overview: Standard Motor Products is a manufacturer and distributor of replacement parts for motor vehicles in the automotive aftermarket industry, with a market capitalization of approximately $1.02 billion.

Operations: Standard Motor Products generates revenue primarily from Vehicle Control, Temperature Control, and Engineered Solutions segments. The company's gross profit margin has shown fluctuations over the years, with recent figures around 29.62%. Operating expenses are a significant part of their cost structure, often exceeding $200 million annually.

PE: 11.9x

Standard Motor Products, a player in the automotive aftermarket, shows promising potential with its recent product expansions. Their EVAP program now covers over seven million vehicles, enhancing their market reach. Despite relying on external borrowing for funding, earnings are projected to grow 28% annually. The company reported first-quarter sales of US$413 million and net income of US$12.57 million, up from last year. Insider confidence is evident with recent stock purchases by executives this year, indicating belief in future growth prospects.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Standard Motor Products stock in this valuation report.

• Examine Standard Motor Products' past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past.

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