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In April 2025, global markets have been roiled by a series of higher-than-expected tariffs announced by the U.S., leading to steep declines in major indices, including the Russell 2000 Index, which saw small-cap stocks lag significantly. As investors navigate these turbulent times marked by trade uncertainties and economic slowdown fears, identifying potentially undervalued small-cap stocks with active insider engagement can offer insights into opportunities that might withstand broader market pressures.
Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying Globally
| Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tristel | 21.0x | 3.0x | 44.75% | ★★★★★★ |
| Nexus Industrial REIT | 5.0x | 2.6x | 27.14% | ★★★★★★ |
| Bytes Technology Group | 20.9x | 5.3x | 15.84% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Speedy Hire | NA | 0.2x | 27.56% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Robert Walters | NA | 0.2x | 49.63% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Savills | 22.2x | 0.5x | 45.24% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Sing Investments & Finance | 6.9x | 3.5x | 45.35% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Seeing Machines | NA | 1.8x | 49.81% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Westshore Terminals Investment | 12.2x | 3.5x | 43.78% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Saturn Oil & Gas | 5.3x | 0.4x | -3.00% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.
GrainCorp
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: GrainCorp is a diversified agribusiness company involved in the storage, handling, marketing, and processing of grain and other agricultural commodities with operations spanning agribusiness and nutrition & energy sectors, boasting a market capitalization of A$2.56 billion.
Operations: GrainCorp generates its revenue primarily from Agribusiness and Nutrition & Energy segments, with Agribusiness contributing A$4955 million. The company's cost of goods sold (COGS) has been a significant expense, impacting its gross profit margin, which has shown variability over time, reaching 20.70% in September 2022 before declining to 9.99% by September 2024. Operating expenses have also fluctuated but generally remained substantial relative to gross profit figures.
PE: 23.6x
GrainCorp, a smaller company in the agricultural sector, is drawing attention with its recent share repurchase program worth A$50 million, signaling insider confidence. Despite facing challenges with lower profit margins—down to 0.9% from last year's 3%—the company projects earnings growth of 16.63% annually. Its reliance on external borrowing adds risk but also potential for upside as it navigates funding strategies. The buyback plan enhances shareholder value and supports future growth ambitions through March 2026.