Exploring Three Undiscovered Gems in the Middle East Market

In recent times, Middle Eastern markets have experienced a retreat, with major Gulf indices such as those in Saudi Arabia and the UAE declining amid geopolitical tensions over Yemen. However, Bahrain's market showed resilience with a slight rise following fiscal reform announcements, highlighting the region's dynamic economic landscape. In this context of fluctuating markets, identifying promising stocks requires an understanding of how companies can navigate regional challenges while capitalizing on opportunities for growth and innovation.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In The Middle East

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
Y.D. More Investments	51.67%	27.49%	36.12%	★★★★★★
Baazeem Trading	10.02%	-1.27%	-1.66%	★★★★★★
Qassim Cement	NA	4.02%	-11.40%	★★★★★★
Nofoth Food Products	NA	15.49%	26.47%	★★★★★★
Analyst I.M.S. Investment Management Services	NA	31.20%	44.24%	★★★★★★
Saudi Azm for Communication and Information Technology	3.26%	17.17%	23.30%	★★★★★★
Najran Cement	14.49%	-4.20%	-30.16%	★★★★★★
Amir Marketing and Investments in Agriculture	32.43%	3.87%	6.98%	★★★★☆☆
Bosch Fren Sistemleri Sanayi ve Ticaret	36.11%	41.59%	7.72%	★★★★☆☆
Blume Metal Kimya Anonim Sirketi	4.78%	36.99%	42.99%	★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 179 stocks from our Middle Eastern Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of from the screener.

IZDEMIR Enerji Elektrik Uretim (IBSE:IZENR)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: IZDEMIR Enerji Elektrik Uretim A.S. is engaged in the production and sale of electricity generated from coal, with a market capitalization of TRY23.46 billion.

Operations: IZDEMIR Enerji Elektrik Uretim generates revenue primarily from its non-regulated utility segment, amounting to TRY7.08 billion. The company focuses on coal-based electricity production and sales.

IZDEMIR Enerji Elektrik Uretim has experienced a notable turnaround with its earnings skyrocketing by 3183.8% over the past year, significantly outpacing the Electric Utilities industry's growth of 15%. Despite a one-off loss of TRY239.2 million impacting recent financials, the company's net debt to equity ratio stands at a satisfactory 3.8%, indicating sound financial health. Recent results show net income for Q3 at TRY548.85 million, up from TRY154.71 million last year, with EPS rising to TRY0.22 from TRY0.0635, highlighting improved profitability and operational efficiency amidst fluctuating sales figures.

• Click here to discover the nuances of IZDEMIR Enerji Elektrik Uretim with our detailed analytical health report.

• Explore historical data to track IZDEMIR Enerji Elektrik Uretim's performance over time in our Past section.

Lydia Yesil Enerji Kaynaklari (IBSE:LYDYE)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Lydia Yesil Enerji Kaynaklari A.S. is a Turkish company involved in the production and sale of electricity and heat energy, with a market capitalization of TRY26.21 billion.

Operations: Lydia Yesil Enerji Kaynaklari generates revenue primarily from the production and sale of electricity and heat energy in Turkey. The company has a market capitalization of TRY26.21 billion, with its financial performance reflected in its revenue segments.

Lydia Yesil Enerji Kaynaklari, a small player in the renewable energy sector, has been making waves with an impressive earnings growth of 967.6% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of -24.9%. Despite its lack of significant revenue at TRY43 million and high volatility in share price recently, LYDYE boasts no debt and high-quality non-cash earnings. However, recent reports show a net loss of TRY125.81 million for Q3 2025 compared to TRY52.25 million last year, though nine-month figures reveal a substantial net income increase to TRY518.31 million from TRY58.02 million previously.

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• Review our historical performance report to gain insights into Lydia Yesil Enerji Kaynaklari's's past performance.

Almasar Alshamil Education Company JSC (SASE:6019)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Almasar Alshamil Education Company JSC is engaged in offering education services across Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, with a market capitalization of SAR2.52 billion.

Operations: Almasar Alshamil generates revenue primarily from its education services, totaling SAR501.45 million. The company has a market capitalization of SAR2.52 billion.

Almasar Alshamil Education Company JSC, a small player in the education sector, recently completed an IPO worth SAR 599.05 million at SAR 19.5 per share. The company stands out with its earnings growth of 114% over the past year, significantly outperforming its industry peers who saw a -4.4% change. With cash exceeding total debt and interest payments well-covered by EBIT (24x), financial stability seems strong despite highly illiquid shares. Trading at nearly half of its estimated fair value suggests potential upside for investors, with revenue expected to grow by about 14% annually moving forward.

• Dive into the specifics of Almasar Alshamil Education Company JSC here with our thorough health report.

• Examine Almasar Alshamil Education Company JSC's past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past.

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