The United States market has experienced a 3.5% drop over the last week but remains up by 5.8% over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 14% annually in the coming years. In this environment, identifying small-cap stocks with strong potential can offer investors unique opportunities for growth as these companies may capitalize on favorable market trends and expand their influence.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals In The United States

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Calavo Growers

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Calavo Growers, Inc. is a company that markets and distributes avocados, prepared avocados, and other perishable foods to various retail and wholesale customers globally, with a market cap of approximately $432 million.

Operations: Calavo's revenue primarily comes from its Fresh segment, generating $624.39 million, while the Prepared segment contributes $63.93 million. The company's gross profit margin is a key financial metric to consider when evaluating its profitability and operational efficiency.

Calavo Growers, a nimble player in the food industry, boasts impressive financial health with zero debt and a significant earnings growth of 390.9% last year, outpacing the industry average of 0.5%. The company reported first-quarter sales of US$154.39 million, up from US$127.61 million a year earlier, and net income reached US$4.42 million compared to a previous loss of US$6.27 million. Trading at 8.3% below its estimated fair value and launching a share repurchase program worth up to $25 million, Calavo appears well-positioned for future growth with earnings expected to increase by 47.58% annually.

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ASA Gold and Precious Metals

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited is a publicly owned investment manager focused on investing in companies engaged in the exploration, mining, and processing of gold and other precious metals, with a market cap of $570.65 million.

Operations: ASA Gold and Precious Metals generates revenue primarily from its financial services, specifically through closed-end funds, amounting to $2.14 million.

ASA Gold and Precious Metals, a debt-free player in the precious metals sector, recently reported a notable net income of US$115.3 million for the year ending November 2024. This figure includes a significant one-off gain of US$117.1 million, which has heavily influenced its financial results. Despite this boost, ASA's revenue remains modest at US$2.14 million, indicating limited operational scale. The company's price-to-earnings ratio stands at 4.9x, significantly lower than the broader US market average of 17.4x, suggesting potential undervaluation but also reflecting its niche position and earnings volatility over recent years.

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• Explore historical data to track ASA Gold and Precious Metals' performance over time in our Past section.

Sila Realty Trust

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Sila Realty Trust, Inc., based in Tampa, Florida, operates as a net lease real estate investment trust concentrating on the healthcare sector and has a market cap of $1.46 billion.

Operations: Sila Realty Trust generates revenue primarily from its commercial real estate investments in the healthcare sector, amounting to $186.86 million.

Sila Realty Trust, a healthcare-focused REIT, is gaining traction with strategic moves like long-term lease extensions and a recent $35.12 million acquisition of a Knoxville rehabilitation facility. These efforts are likely to boost net earnings, which grew 77.4% last year, and enhance cash flow predictability. Trading at 58.3% below estimated fair value suggests potential for appreciation. The company's debt to equity ratio has improved from 78.3% to 37.2% over five years, indicating prudent financial management while maintaining satisfactory interest coverage at 3.7 times EBIT, reflecting robust fiscal health in the current market landscape.

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:CVGW NYSE:ASA and NYSE:SILA.

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