In March 2026, global markets are navigating through a period of heightened uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions and persistent inflation concerns, with U.S. equity indexes experiencing volatility and declines across major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq Composite. Amidst these challenges, small-cap stocks have shown resilience in certain sectors, offering potential opportunities for investors who focus on fundamentals such as strong financial health and strategic insider actions that align with market dynamics.
Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying Globally
| Name |
PE |
PS |
Discount to Fair Value |
Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| everplay group |
12.3x |
2.0x |
29.66% |
★★★★★★ |
| Eurocell |
11.3x |
0.3x |
47.45% |
★★★★★☆ |
| Morgan Advanced Materials |
NA |
0.6x |
45.03% |
★★★★★☆ |
| Lemonsoft Oyj |
19.5x |
3.0x |
42.27% |
★★★★★☆ |
| Speedy Hire |
NA |
0.2x |
47.45% |
★★★★★☆ |
| Embracer Group |
2.6x |
0.6x |
37.79% |
★★★★★☆ |
| Cloetta |
18.5x |
1.7x |
21.15% |
★★★☆☆☆ |
| ASL Marine Holdings |
10.2x |
0.9x |
-34.76% |
★★★☆☆☆ |
| ABL Group |
NA |
0.4x |
-47.67% |
★★★☆☆☆ |
| PowerCell Sweden |
NA |
2.8x |
23.29% |
★★★☆☆☆ |
Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.
Bird Construction
Simply Wall St Value Rating:★★★★☆☆
Overview:Bird Construction is a Canadian company operating in the general contracting sector of the construction industry, with a market capitalization of approximately CA$0.48 billion.
Operations:Bird Construction generates revenue primarily from its general contracting operations within the construction industry, with a recent revenue figure of CA$3.40 billion. The company's cost of goods sold (COGS) was CA$3.04 billion, resulting in a gross profit margin of 10.51%. Operating expenses were recorded at CA$281.82 million, impacting net income which stood at CA$47.41 million for the most recent period analyzed.
PE:44.3x
Bird Construction, a smaller player in the construction industry, is currently exploring acquisitions to boost its market presence and profitability. Despite a dip in net income from C$100.1 million to C$47.41 million last year, insider confidence is evident with Wayne Gingrich acquiring 10,000 shares valued at approximately C$253,411. The company maintains a monthly dividend of C$0.07 per share and forecasts earnings growth of 56% annually, signaling potential for future value creation despite relying on external borrowing for funding.
Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund
Simply Wall St Value Rating:★★★★★☆
Overview:Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund operates in the industrial chemicals sector, focusing on electrochemicals and sulphur and water chemicals, with a market cap of CA$1.05 billion.
Operations:Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund generates revenue primarily from its Electrochemicals and Sulphur and Water Chemicals segments. The company's gross profit margin has shown a notable increase, reaching 24.34% by September 2025. Operating expenses, including general and administrative costs, form a significant part of the cost structure.
PE:13.1x
Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund, a smaller player in its sector, has demonstrated insider confidence with recent share repurchases totaling 2.8 million shares for CAD 38.58 million by December 2025. Despite external borrowing as its sole funding source, it maintains high-quality earnings with sales rising to CAD 1.99 billion and net income at CAD 139 million for the year ending December 2025. Regular dividend increases underscore management's commitment to shareholder returns amidst projected annual earnings growth of nearly 10%.
NFI Group
Simply Wall St Value Rating:★★★★☆☆
Overview:NFI Group is a leading manufacturer of buses and coaches, with operations in both aftermarket and manufacturing sectors, and has a market capitalization of approximately C$1.11 billion.
Operations:NFI Group generates revenue primarily from its Manufacturing Operations, which contribute approximately $3 billion, and Aftermarket Operations, contributing around $619 million. The company's gross profit margin has shown variability, with a recent figure at 11.95%. Operating expenses have been a significant component of the cost structure, impacting overall profitability.
PE:-11.7x
NFI Group, a player in the transit bus manufacturing sector, is experiencing insider confidence with recent share purchases. Despite reporting a net loss of US$142 million for 2025, sales grew to US$3.6 billion from US$3.1 billion in 2024. The company anticipates revenue between US$3.9 billion and US$4.2 billion for 2026, driven by substantial orders like NJ TRANSIT's fleet replacement program. While reliant on external borrowing, NFI's forecasted earnings growth of over 83% annually suggests potential upside as they continue innovating within the mobility solutions ecosystem.
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Companies discussed in this article include TSX:BDT TSX:CHE.UN and TSX:NFI.
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