As global markets navigate a landscape marked by dovish Federal Reserve comments and subdued economic indicators, small-cap stocks have shown notable resilience, with the Russell 2000 Index outperforming its large-cap counterparts by advancing 5.52%. Amid this backdrop of cautious optimism, identifying promising small-cap opportunities can be particularly rewarding when considering factors such as insider buying and perceived undervaluation.
| Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speedy Hire | NA | 0.3x | 36.25% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Eastnine | 11.6x | 7.3x | 49.22% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Senior | 23.9x | 0.8x | 26.34% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Eurocell | 16.6x | 0.3x | 39.23% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Centurion | 3.7x | 3.1x | -57.66% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Hung Hing Printing Group | NA | 0.4x | 45.18% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Ever Sunshine Services Group | 6.6x | 0.4x | -435.10% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| PSC | 9.9x | 0.4x | 19.01% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Chinasoft International | 21.9x | 0.7x | -1199.49% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| CVS Group | 46.4x | 1.3x | 25.72% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Grainger is a UK-based residential property company focused on the private rented sector and reversionary property investments, with a market capitalization of £2.20 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily driven by the Private Rented Sector (PRS) and reversionary segments, totaling £260.7 million. Over recent periods, the gross profit margin has shown an upward trend, reaching 65.17% as of September 2025. Operating expenses are consistently a significant part of the cost structure, with general and administrative expenses being a major component.
PE: 6.7x
Grainger, a standout among smaller stocks, has demonstrated significant insider confidence with recent share purchases. The company reported a substantial rise in net income to £202.6 million for the year ending September 2025, up from £31.2 million previously. Despite having liabilities solely from external borrowing, Grainger's strategic shift to a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) and focus on Build to Rent (BTR) have bolstered its market position. Their dividend increase proposal underscores commitment to shareholder returns amidst projected earnings growth through 2029 despite anticipated interest rate challenges.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: International Personal Finance is a financial services company that provides consumer credit through its digital platform and home credit operations in Mexico and Europe, with a market capitalization of £0.31 billion.
Operations: IPF generates revenue primarily from its three segments: IPF Digital, Mexico Home Credit, and European Home Credit. The company's gross profit margin showed a notable trend of fluctuations over the years, peaking at 89.76% in December 2021 before declining to 77.94% by December 2023. Operating expenses form a significant part of the cost structure, with general and administrative expenses being the largest component within operating costs.
PE: 6.1x
International Personal Finance, a smaller company in the financial sector, recently issued SEK 1 billion in senior unsecured notes with a floating interest rate tied to STIBOR plus 5.75%, maturing in 2028. This move highlights their reliance on external borrowing for funding, which carries higher risk compared to customer deposits. Despite these risks, the company's earnings are projected to grow annually by 3.54%. Additionally, their inclusion in multiple FTSE indices suggests increasing market recognition and potential investor interest.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Kneat.com is a company specializing in software and programming solutions, with a market cap of CA$0.24 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its software and programming segment, with recent figures reaching CA$59.99 million. Its cost of goods sold (COGS) was CA$14.88 million, resulting in a gross profit margin of 75.20%. Operating expenses are significant, including sales and marketing, research and development, and general administrative costs totaling CA$53.45 million in the latest period. Despite the high gross profit margin, the net income remains negative at -CA$1.19 million due to substantial operating expenses and non-operating influences on financial performance.
PE: -377.6x
Kneat.com, a company with promising growth potential, recently reported third-quarter sales of C$16.11 million, up from C$12.76 million the previous year. Despite a net loss of C$0.495 million this quarter compared to last year's profit, their nine-month performance shows improvement with a net income of C$1.27 million versus a prior loss. Insider confidence is evident as the CFO acquired 29,500 shares worth approximately C$118,885 in October 2025. However, reliance on external borrowing poses funding risks despite projected earnings growth of 18% annually.
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