Global Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In October 2026

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by inflation concerns and fluctuating bond yields, small-cap stocks have faced headwinds, with the Russell 2000 Index experiencing a pullback. Despite these challenges, the acceleration in U.S. business activity and positive economic indicators in Europe suggest potential opportunities for investors seeking undervalued assets with growth potential. In this environment, identifying small-cap companies that demonstrate resilience through insider buying can be indicative of strong fundamentals and confidence from those closest to the business operations.

Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying Globally

Name	PE	PS	Discount to Fair Value	Value Rating
Q Technology (Group)	3.5x	0.2x	43.23%	★★★★★☆
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings	7.1x	0.9x	37.35%	★★★★★☆
Transcontinental	2.5x	0.2x	-99.17%	★★★★☆☆
Nexus Industrial REIT	10.1x	3.0x	8.80%	★★★★☆☆
Franchise Brands	27.7x	2.0x	46.87%	★★★★☆☆
Yellow Pages	8.3x	0.8x	28.97%	★★★☆☆☆
Diversified Royalty	25.4x	10.1x	46.30%	★★★☆☆☆
ATS	52.9x	0.9x	34.11%	★★★☆☆☆
Travis Perkins	NA	0.3x	-222.10%	★★★☆☆☆
Coveo Solutions	NA	1.9x	-23.48%	★★★☆☆☆

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

Nolato (OM:NOLA B)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Nolato is a Swedish company specializing in developing and manufacturing polymer product systems for medical, automotive, and consumer electronics industries, with a market cap of approximately SEK 12.34 billion.

Operations: Medical Solutions and Engineered Solutions contribute significantly to revenue, with Medical Solutions generating SEK 5.36 billion and Engineered Solutions SEK 4.09 billion. The company faces substantial costs of goods sold, impacting its net income margin, which was recorded at 8.24% in the most recent quarter. Gross profit margin has shown an upward trend, reaching 18.08% in the latest period from a lower point of 13.25% earlier on.

PE: 20.5x

Nolato, a smaller company in its sector, recently reported second-quarter sales of SEK 2.45 billion, slightly up from last year. However, net income dipped to SEK 169 million from SEK 212 million previously. Despite this, insider confidence is evident with recent share purchases. The company relies entirely on external borrowing for funding but anticipates earnings growth of 15% annually. This mix of challenges and potential makes it an intriguing prospect for those eyeing smaller companies with growth potential.

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Sagicor Financial (TSX:SFC)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Sagicor Financial is a financial services company operating in life insurance, banking, and investment sectors across various regions including Canada, the USA, and Jamaica with a market capitalization of $1.16 billion.

Operations: Sagicor Financial generates revenue primarily from its operations in Canada, Jamaica, and the USA. The company has seen fluctuations in its gross profit margin, with recent figures reaching 70.33% as of June 2025. Operating expenses and non-operating expenses significantly impact net income results across periods.

PE: 6.7x

Sagicor Financial's recent CAD 350 million debt financing, with BBB ratings from major agencies, underscores its strategic focus on managing external borrowing. Despite lacking customer deposits and relying on riskier funding sources, the company reported a significant net income turnaround in Q2 2026 to US$86.65 million from a loss last year. Insider confidence is evident as they increased their holdings earlier this year. With earnings projected to grow annually by 11.21%, Sagicor presents intriguing growth potential amidst its financial restructuring efforts.

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• Assess Sagicor Financial's past performance with our detailed historical performance reports.

Timbercreek Financial (TSX:TF)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Timbercreek Financial is a Canadian company specializing in providing mortgage investment solutions, with a focus on financial services related to mortgages, and it has a market cap of approximately CA$ 0.74 billion.

Operations: The company primarily generates revenue through its financial services, specifically in the mortgage sector. Over recent periods, the gross profit margin has shown a declining trend, dropping to 90.65% by September 2025 from earlier higher levels. Operating expenses have consistently been a significant part of costs, with general and administrative expenses being notable contributors.

PE: 17.1x

Timbercreek Financial, a smaller company in the financial sector, is currently facing challenges with its net income declining to CAD 7.81 million in Q2 2026 from CAD 12.37 million the previous year. Despite this, earnings are projected to grow at nearly 39% annually. The company maintains a steady monthly dividend of CAD 0.0575 per share, underscoring its commitment to shareholder returns amidst financial turbulence and reliance on external borrowing for funding without customer deposits as a buffer.

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