Undiscovered Gems in Japan 3 Small Caps with Strong Fundamentals

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Japan’s stock markets have shown modest gains recently, with the Nikkei 225 Index rising 0.8% and the broader TOPIX Index up 0.2%. Amid this backdrop, small-cap stocks in Japan are attracting attention as potential investment opportunities due to their strong fundamentals and resilience in a fluctuating market. In identifying good stocks, especially within the small-cap segment, key factors include robust financial health, growth potential, and adaptability to changing economic conditions. This article will explore three such Japanese small-cap companies that stand out for their solid fundamentals and promising outlooks.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In Japan

Name

Debt To Equity

Revenue Growth

Earnings Growth

Health Rating

QuickLtd

0.73%

9.61%

14.56%

★★★★★★

Nitto Fuji Flour MillingLtd

0.80%

6.26%

4.41%

★★★★★★

Central Forest Group

NA

7.05%

14.29%

★★★★★★

Kanda HoldingsLtd

30.47%

4.35%

18.02%

★★★★★★

Ad-Sol Nissin

NA

4.02%

7.90%

★★★★★★

Techno Smart

NA

6.07%

-0.57%

★★★★★★

Maezawa Kasei Industries

0.81%

2.01%

18.42%

★★★★★★

Nikko

31.99%

4.24%

-8.75%

★★★★★☆

AJIS

0.69%

0.07%

-12.44%

★★★★★☆

Nippon Sharyo

61.34%

-1.68%

-17.07%

★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 753 stocks from our Japanese Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Token

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Token Corporation operates as a construction company in Japan with a market cap of ¥155.95 billion.

Operations: Token Corporation generates revenue primarily from its Real Estate Rental Business (¥207.90 billion) and Construction Business (¥131.49 billion).

Earnings for Token grew by 70.7% over the past year, outpacing the Consumer Durables industry at -2.8%. With no debt for the last five years and high-quality earnings, Token is in a strong financial position. The company repurchased shares this year, indicating confidence in its future prospects. Earnings are forecast to grow at 9.78% annually, showcasing potential for sustained growth.

TSE:1766 Debt to Equity as at Aug 2024
TSE:1766 Debt to Equity as at Aug 2024

Torii Pharmaceutical

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Torii Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. manufactures and markets pharmaceutical products in Japan with a market cap of ¥101.48 billion.

Operations: Torii Pharmaceutical generates revenue primarily from the sale of pharmaceutical products in Japan. The company has a market cap of ¥101.48 billion.

Torii Pharmaceutical, a small but promising player in Japan's pharmaceutical sector, has seen its earnings grow by 65% over the past year, significantly outpacing the industry's 8.6%. The company is debt-free and has maintained this status for five years. Additionally, it boasts high-quality earnings and positive free cash flow. Despite these strengths, future projections indicate a potential average annual decline of 1% in earnings over the next three years.