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The United Kingdom market has been experiencing some turbulence, with the FTSE 100 index closing lower after weak trade data from China indicated ongoing economic struggles. Despite these broader market challenges, there are opportunities to find value in certain small-cap stocks, especially those that show signs of insider buying.
Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In The United Kingdom
| Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bytes Technology Group | 23.6x | 5.3x | 16.29% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Breedon Group | 14.3x | 0.9x | 47.50% | ★★★★★☆ |
| GB Group | NA | 2.9x | 37.32% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Norcros | 7.4x | 0.5x | 4.03% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Mercia Asset Management | NA | 4.8x | 49.37% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Foxtons Group | 26.4x | 1.2x | 45.64% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Harworth Group | 14.0x | 7.3x | -501.99% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| CVS Group | 21.2x | 1.2x | 48.13% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Hochschild Mining | NA | 1.6x | 45.84% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| H&T Group | 8.0x | 0.8x | -2.32% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.
Assura
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Assura is a UK-based real estate investment trust specializing in the development and management of primary care properties, with a market cap of approximately £2.25 billion.
Operations: Assura generates revenue primarily from its core segment, which reached £157.8 million as of the latest period. The company's gross profit margin was 90.81% during this period, while net income has been negative recently, with a net loss of £28.8 million reported for the same timeframe.
PE: -43.0x
Assura, a specialist healthcare property investor in the UK, has shown insider confidence with recent share purchases. The company reported annual earnings of £157.8 million for the year ending March 31, 2024. Despite a net loss of £28.8 million, Assura's strategic partnership with Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited aims to invest up to £400 million in NHS infrastructure over time. This initiative is expected to bolster their financial position and support growth through diversified funding sources and asset management fees.
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Harworth Group
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Harworth Group is a UK-based company specializing in the regeneration of land and property for development and investment, with a market cap of approximately £0.47 billion.
Operations: Harworth Group's revenue streams include Income Generation (£23.41 million), Capital Growth from Other Property Activities (£2.29 million), and Sale of Development Properties (£46.73 million). The company's gross profit margin has shown variability, with recent figures at 54.39% as of June 2023 and 40.51% in September 2023.