Amid heightened global trade tensions and market volatility driven by recent tariff announcements, Asian markets are experiencing significant pressure, with small-cap stocks particularly affected as investors reassess growth prospects. In this challenging environment, identifying promising small-cap opportunities requires a focus on companies that demonstrate resilience and potential for growth despite broader economic uncertainties.
Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In Asia
Overview: MyState is a financial services company operating primarily in banking and wealth management, with a market capitalization of A$0.57 billion.
Operations: Revenue is primarily generated through Banking and Wealth Management, with Banking contributing A$137.91 million and Wealth Management A$16.11 million. Operating expenses are a significant cost factor, with General & Administrative Expenses being the largest component at A$95.44 million in the latest period. The net income margin has shown variability, reaching 24% as of the most recent data point, reflecting changes in profitability over time.
PE: 12.1x
MyState's recent merger with Auswide Bank, forming a multi-brand group, positions it for expanded reach across Australia's eastern seaboard. Despite a modest decline in net income to A$15.92 million for the half-year ending December 2024, earnings are projected to grow by 18.55% annually. The company's low allowance for bad loans at 10% suggests prudent risk management. Insider confidence is evident through share purchases over the past year, indicating potential growth opportunities within its niche market segment.
Overview: Bloomberry Resorts operates integrated resort facilities, primarily in the Philippines, with a market capitalization of ₱116.58 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its integrated resort facility, with recent figures showing a gross profit margin of 72.72%. Operating expenses are significant, impacting net income margins, which have shown variability over time.
PE: 12.0x
Bloomberry Resorts, a notable player in the Asian hospitality sector, has seen insider confidence with 9 million shares purchased by Cyrus Sherafat for approximately PHP 69.93 million. Despite recent volatility and a net loss of PHP 920 million in Q4 2024, revenue grew to PHP 52.76 billion annually from PHP 47.89 billion previously. The company declared a cash dividend and secured a favorable refinancing deal to ease debt burdens, positioning itself for potential growth amidst anticipated interest rate cuts.
Overview: HRnetGroup is a recruitment and staffing company specializing in flexible staffing and professional recruitment services, with a market cap of S$1.08 billion.
Operations: Flexible Staffing generates the majority of revenue at SGD 507.96 million, followed by Professional Recruitment at SGD 54.94 million. The gross profit margin has seen a decline from 39.64% in December 2014 to 21.55% in April 2025, indicating changes in cost efficiency or pricing strategies over time. Operating expenses include significant General & Administrative costs, which were SGD 75.35 million as of April 2025, affecting overall profitability alongside other non-operating expenses and sales & marketing expenditures.
PE: 14.3x
HRnetGroup, a smaller player in Asia's market, recently reported full-year 2024 sales of S$567 million, slightly down from the previous year. Despite a dip in net income to S$44.52 million, insider confidence is evident with share purchases over recent months. The company announced a final dividend of 2.13 cents per share for 2024, pending shareholder approval. Leadership changes are underway as Madeline Wan steps down from her role by February's end. Earnings growth is projected at 12% annually, suggesting potential future value amidst current challenges.
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Companies discussed in this article include ASX:MYS PSE:BLOOM and SGX:CHZ.
