Over the last 7 days, the Australian market has risen 1.7%, driven by gains of 12% in the Materials sector, although the Financials sector is down 3.2%. Over the past 12 months, the market is up 17%, with earnings forecast to grow by 12% annually. In this context, identifying undervalued small-cap stocks with insider buying can be a strategic move for investors looking to capitalize on potential growth opportunities within a robust market environment.

Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In Australia

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Eagers Automotive

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Eagers Automotive is a major car retailing company with operations primarily focused on the automotive sector and a market cap of approximately A$3.81 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from car retailing, with a gross profit margin of 18.37% as of the latest period. Operating expenses and non-operating expenses are significant cost components, impacting net income margins which stood at 2.47%.

PE: 11.0x

Eagers Automotive, a small Australian company, recently reported A$5.46 billion in sales for the first half of 2024, up from A$4.82 billion the previous year. Despite this growth, net income dipped to A$116 million from A$137.76 million. Insider confidence is evident with Nicholas Politis purchasing 200,000 shares worth approximately A$2.09 million between July and August 2024. The company's reliance on external borrowing highlights its higher risk profile but also underscores potential undervaluation opportunities for investors seeking growth in smaller companies.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Eagers Automotive with our comprehensive valuation report here.

• Explore historical data to track Eagers Automotive's performance over time in our Past section.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Neuren Pharmaceuticals develops therapies for neurodevelopmental disorders and has a market cap of A$1.20 billion.

Operations: Neuren Pharmaceuticals generates revenue primarily from product sales, with recent figures showing a significant increase to A$193.34 million as of June 30, 2024. The company's cost of goods sold (COGS) for the same period was A$32.90 million, resulting in a gross profit margin of 82.98%. Operating expenses are relatively low compared to revenue, at A$5.28 million for the quarter ending June 30, 2024. Net income reached A$117.29 million with a net income margin of 60.67% during this period.

PE: 16.5x

Neuren Pharmaceuticals has caught attention with its insider confidence, as insiders have been buying shares consistently over the past six months. Despite a dip in earnings for the half year ending June 30, 2024—sales dropped to A$24.33 million from A$62.93 million—the company remains optimistic about future growth, forecasting net sales of A$340-370 million for 2024. Recent Phase 2 trials also showed promising results for Angelman syndrome treatment, potentially boosting long-term prospects.

• Delve into the full analysis valuation report here for a deeper understanding of Neuren Pharmaceuticals.

• Understand Neuren Pharmaceuticals' track record by examining our Past report.

Sims

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Sims operates in the recycling industry, focusing on metal and electronics recycling through segments like Global Trading, North America Metals, Sims Lifecycle Services, and Australia/New Zealand Metals, with a market cap of A$3.50 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its North America Metals (A$4.49 billion) and Australia/New Zealand Metals (A$1.60 billion) segments, with additional contributions from Global Trading and Sims Lifecycle Services. Over the observed periods, gross profit margins have fluctuated between 8.37% and 14.38%, reflecting variations in cost of goods sold relative to revenue. Operating expenses include significant allocations for depreciation and amortization, which impact net income margins ranging from -5.39% to 6.46%.

PE: 1365.7x

Sims, a small Australian company, recently reported A$7.22 billion in sales for the year ending June 30, 2024, up from A$6.66 billion last year. Despite this increase, they posted a net loss of A$57.8 million compared to a net income of A$181.1 million previously. Insider confidence is evident with notable share purchases over the past six months. The company's earnings are forecasted to grow by 41% annually despite lower profit margins and reliance on external borrowing for funding.

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• Examine Sims' past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past.

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