The United States market has shown robust performance, climbing 2.2% in the last week and rising 21% over the past year, with earnings expected to grow by 17% annually. In such a dynamic environment, identifying promising small-cap stocks with insider activity can offer unique opportunities for investors seeking value.
| Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onterris | NA | 0.7x | 52.97% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Enovis | NA | 0.6x | 28.03% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Bank of Marin Bancorp | NA | 7.4x | 28.55% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Shore Bancshares | 11.9x | 3.4x | 34.95% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Kingstone Companies | 7.9x | 1.2x | 44.84% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Similarweb | NA | 2.2x | 17.34% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Auburn National Bancorporation | 10.9x | 2.7x | 9.77% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| German American Bancorp | 13.1x | 4.9x | 25.82% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Union Bankshares | 9.0x | 1.9x | 15.58% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Orion Group Holdings | 110.0x | 0.4x | 45.23% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: GBank Financial Holdings operates primarily in the banking sector, focusing on providing financial services and products, with a market cap of $1.05 billion.
Operations: GBFH derives its revenue primarily from the banking segment, with a recent revenue figure of $75.31 million. The company consistently reports a gross profit margin of 100%, indicating no cost of goods sold is recorded. Operating expenses are significant, with general and administrative expenses being the largest component, reaching $36.47 million in the latest period. Net income margins have shown variability, recently at 24.54%.
PE: 16.3x
GBank Financial Holdings, a smaller player in the financial sector, has recently seen insider confidence with share purchases. Despite being dropped from several Russell indices by June 2026, their Q2 earnings showed net interest income rising to US$12.8 million from US$12.39 million the previous year. However, challenges persist with high non-performing loans at 5.2% and a low allowance for these bad loans at 23%. Leadership changes include Olivia M. Caley stepping in as interim CFO amidst executive turnover.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Coastal Financial operates as a bank holding company providing commercial and retail banking services, with a market capitalization of approximately $0.49 billion.
Operations: CCB generates revenue primarily through its operations, with a consistent gross profit margin of 100%. The company's net income margin has shown variability, reaching as high as 29.33% in mid-2021 and recently dropping to -1.06% by mid-2026. Operating expenses are significant, with general and administrative expenses comprising a large portion of these costs.
PE: -193.0x
Coastal Financial, a company with a market cap under US$1 billion, has recently faced challenges, reporting a net loss of US$42.11 million for Q2 2026 despite increased net interest income of US$89.37 million. Insider confidence is evident through share purchases in recent months, hinting at potential future growth. Recent strategic partnerships like the one with Pliant could enhance its market position in the U.S., while leadership changes aim to strengthen long-term strategy and governance.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Huntsman is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals with a market cap of approximately $5.6 billion, primarily operating in the polyurethanes, advanced materials, and performance products segments.
Operations: The company's revenue streams are primarily derived from Polyurethanes, Advanced Materials, and Performance Products. Over recent periods, the gross profit margin has shown a declining trend, reaching 13.50% by mid-2026. Operating expenses have remained significant relative to gross profit across the reported periods.
PE: -10.8x
Huntsman, a notable player in the chemical industry, recently reported Q2 2026 sales of US$1.66 billion, up from US$1.46 billion a year earlier, despite a net loss of US$6 million compared to last year's US$158 million loss. The company's addition to the Russell 2000 Index highlights its small-cap status. Insider confidence is evident with recent share purchases, signaling potential value recognition within management ranks. A merger with Olin Corporation aims for growth and enhanced shareholder value by mid-2027.
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