As the Hong Kong market navigates a complex landscape influenced by global economic indicators and local investor sentiment, small-cap stocks have shown resilience and potential for growth. Amidst these dynamics, identifying promising stocks requires a keen eye for companies with strong fundamentals and strategic positioning. In this article, we spotlight three undiscovered gems in Hong Kong: Dah Sing Banking Group and two promising small-cap companies that stand out in the current market environment.
Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Hong Kong
| Name | Debt To Equity | Revenue Growth | Earnings Growth | Health Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.A.S. Dragon Holdings | 60.96% | 4.62% | 10.02% | ★★★★★★ |
| Lion Rock Group | 16.91% | 14.33% | 10.15% | ★★★★★★ |
| E-Commodities Holdings | 21.33% | 9.04% | 28.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| C&D Property Management Group | 1.32% | 37.15% | 41.55% | ★★★★★★ |
| PW Medtech Group | 0.06% | 22.33% | -17.56% | ★★★★★★ |
| Changjiu Holdings | NA | 11.84% | 2.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| Tianyun International Holdings | 10.09% | -5.59% | -9.92% | ★★★★★★ |
| Xin Point Holdings | 1.77% | 10.88% | 22.83% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Chongqing Machinery & Electric | 28.07% | 8.82% | 11.12% | ★★★★★☆ |
| HBM Holdings | 52.89% | 66.59% | 31.70% | ★★★★★☆ |
We'll examine a selection from our screener results.
Dah Sing Banking Group (SEHK:2356)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Dah Sing Banking Group Limited, an investment holding company, provides banking, financial, and other related services in Hong Kong, Macau, and the People’s Republic of China with a market cap of HK$9.53 billion.
Operations: The primary revenue streams for Dah Sing Banking Group Limited include Personal Banking (HK$2.68 billion), Corporate Banking (HK$853.60 million), Treasury and Global Markets (HK$1.34 billion), and Mainland China and Macau Banking (HK$176.27 million).
Dah Sing Banking Group, with total assets of HK$262.4B and equity of HK$33.6B, reported earnings growth of 32.3% over the past year, outpacing the industry’s 0.08%. Total deposits are HK$214.6B while loans stand at HK$141.9B, yielding a net interest margin of 2%. The company announced an interim dividend of HKD 0.27 per share for H1 2024 and has a low allowance for bad loans at 43%, with bad loans at 1.9% of total loans.
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Wanguo International Mining Group (SEHK:3939)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Wanguo International Mining Group Limited, an investment holding company with a market cap of HK$7.17 billion, engages in mining, ore processing, and the sale of concentrate products in the People’s Republic of China and Solomon Islands.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Yifeng Project (CN¥749.25 million) and Solomon Project (CN¥912.63 million).
Wanguo International Mining Group, now Wanguo Gold Group, reported robust earnings for the first half of 2024, with sales reaching CNY 927.86 million and net income hitting CNY 254.27 million. The company announced an interim dividend of HKD 0.12 per share and has seen a notable earnings growth rate of 89.9% over the past year, significantly outpacing the industry average of 23.1%. Additionally, its interest payments are well covered by EBIT at a ratio of 91.7x.
Dah Sing Financial Holdings (SEHK:440)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Dah Sing Financial Holdings Limited is an investment holding company that offers banking, insurance, financial, and related services in Hong Kong, Macau, and the People’s Republic of China with a market cap of HK$7.37 billion.
Operations: Dah Sing Financial Holdings generates revenue primarily from Personal Banking (HK$2.68 billion), Corporate Banking (HK$853.60 million), and Treasury and Global Markets (HK$1.34 billion). The company also earns from Insurance Business (HK$246.25 million) and Mainland China and Macau Banking (HK$176.27 million).
Dah Sing Financial Holdings, with total assets of HK$272.4B and equity of HK$42.4B, has seen impressive growth, reporting earnings up 42.5% in the past year and trading at 43.5% below its fair value estimate. The company boasts an appropriate level of bad loans (1.9%) and a low allowance for bad loans (43%). With total deposits at HK$214.2B and total loans at HK$141.9B, Dah Sing appears to be a solid player in the Hong Kong financial sector poised for steady growth.
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