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Exploring 3 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In Global Markets

Simply Wall St·08/14/2026 09:09:28
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In recent weeks, global markets have been buoyed by favorable corporate earnings and renewed enthusiasm around technology stocks, with the Nasdaq Composite leading gains among major indices. Amidst this backdrop of optimism, small-cap stocks present intriguing opportunities for investors, particularly when they exhibit signs of insider buying—a potential indicator of confidence in their future prospects.

Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying Globally

Name PE PS Discount to Fair Value Value Rating
Eurocell 11.9x 0.3x 47.47% ★★★★★☆
Nederman Holding 19.1x 0.8x 24.54% ★★★★★☆
Tokmanni Group Oyj 1978.6x 0.2x 37.12% ★★★★★☆
NoHo Partners Oyj 16.0x 0.5x 31.06% ★★★★☆☆
Linc 13.1x 13.6x 29.41% ★★★★☆☆
Natural Food International Holding 11.4x 1.2x 8.67% ★★★☆☆☆
CellaVision 28.2x 4.9x 41.96% ★★★☆☆☆
Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust 20.2x 3.8x 47.52% ★★★☆☆☆
Chinasoft International 23.3x 0.4x -2917.79% ★★★☆☆☆
Samhällsbyggnadsbolaget i Norden NA 3.3x -123.67% ★★★☆☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 126 stocks from our Undervalued Global Small Caps With Insider Buying screener.

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Doman Building Materials Group (TSX:DBM)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Doman Building Materials Group is a company involved in the distribution and manufacturing of building materials and related products, with a market capitalization of approximately CA$0.63 billion.

Operations: Doman Building Materials Group's revenue primarily comes from its sales, with a significant portion of costs attributed to the cost of goods sold (COGS). The company's gross profit margin has shown variation over time, reaching 16.28% in June 2026. Operating expenses are consistently a substantial part of their financial structure, with general and administrative expenses being a major component. The net income margin also fluctuates, reflecting changes in profitability relative to revenue over different periods.

PE: 11.9x

Doman Building Materials Group, a smaller player in its sector, recently saw insider confidence with share purchases over the past quarter. Despite earnings declining by 9.5% annually over five years, recent results show sales of C$904 million for Q2 2026 and net income rising to C$31 million from C$28 million year-on-year. Revenue is forecast to grow at nearly 7% annually. The company faces higher risk due to reliance on external borrowing but maintains consistent dividends, marking its 65th consecutive quarterly payout.

TSX:DBM Share price vs Value as at Aug 2026
TSX:DBM Share price vs Value as at Aug 2026

Leon's Furniture (TSX:LNF)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Leon's Furniture is a Canadian retailer specializing in the sale of home furnishings, mattresses, appliances, and electronics with a market capitalization of CA$1.26 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from the sale of home furnishings, mattresses, appliances, and electronics. Its cost of goods sold (COGS) is a significant component of its expenses. The gross profit margin has shown an upward trend reaching 45.08% in recent periods.

PE: 10.9x

Leon's Furniture, a smaller company in its sector, recently reported Q2 2026 sales of C$631.29 million with net income rising to C$35.03 million from C$31.84 million last year, showcasing improved profitability despite slightly lower sales. The company's strategic move to fully acquire its Edmonton distribution center for C$45.75 million highlights their commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and supporting future growth. They also affirmed a quarterly dividend of C$0.24 per share, reflecting stable shareholder returns amidst ongoing expansion efforts.

TSX:LNF Share price vs Value as at Aug 2026
TSX:LNF Share price vs Value as at Aug 2026

Nexus Industrial REIT (TSX:NXR.UN)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Nexus Industrial REIT operates in the real estate sector, focusing on investment properties with a market capitalization of approximately CA$1.26 billion.

Operations: The primary revenue stream is derived from investment properties, with a gross profit margin reaching 73.28% in the latest period. Operating expenses, mainly general and administrative costs, are consistently recorded but have varied over time. The company has experienced fluctuations in net income margins, with recent figures showing a net income margin of 29.93%.

PE: 11.0x

Nexus Industrial REIT, a smaller player in the industrial real estate sector, is seeing insider confidence with recent share purchases. Despite a net loss of C$12.81 million in Q2 2026 compared to last year's C$7.63 million, sales increased to C$46.62 million from C$42.02 million year-over-year for the same period. The company plans consistent cash distributions of $0.64 per unit annually through November 2026, reflecting steady income potential despite higher risk funding and interest coverage concerns.

TSX:NXR.UN Share price vs Value as at Aug 2026
TSX:NXR.UN Share price vs Value as at Aug 2026

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