In the last week, the United States market has been flat, but over the past 12 months, it has experienced a robust rise of 15%, with earnings projected to grow by 17% annually in the coming years. In this context of steady market performance and optimistic growth expectations, identifying small-cap stocks that are potentially undervalued can offer unique opportunities for investors seeking to capitalize on insider buying trends.
Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In The United States
| Name | PE | PS | Discount to Fair Value | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Management | 6.5x | 0.5x | 35.08% | ★★★★★★ |
| Cardinal Infrastructure Group | NA | 1.1x | 29.64% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Enovis | NA | 0.5x | 44.60% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Bank of Marin Bancorp | NA | 7.3x | 30.36% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Union Bankshares | 9.7x | 2.1x | 45.12% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Shore Bancshares | 11.7x | 3.4x | 36.54% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Franklin Financial Services | 11.5x | 3.1x | -39.72% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| German American Bancorp | 13.0x | 4.9x | 26.81% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Peoples Financial | 30.3x | 4.1x | 30.04% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
| Orion Group Holdings | 102.2x | 0.4x | 45.66% | ★★★☆☆☆ |
Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.
GBank Financial Holdings (GBFH)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: GBank Financial Holdings operates primarily in the banking sector with a focus on providing financial services, and it has a market capitalization of $1.2 billion.
Operations: GBFH's revenue model is driven entirely by its banking operations, with recent figures showing a revenue of $75.31 million. The company consistently reports a gross profit margin of 100%, indicating no cost of goods sold recorded in the financials provided. Operating expenses are primarily composed of general and administrative costs, which were $36.68 million in the latest period, alongside sales and marketing expenses totaling $3.27 million. Net income margin has shown variability, most recently recorded at 24.54%.
PE: 15.6x
GBank Financial Holdings, a smaller company in the financial sector, presents potential for investors seeking value. Despite a high bad loans ratio of 5% and a low allowance for these loans at 24%, insider confidence is notable with Jeffrey Newgard purchasing 32,263 shares worth US$699,025. Recent earnings showed growth with net interest income rising to US$12.8 million in Q2 2026 from US$12.39 million the previous year. Additionally, earnings per share increased to US$0.38 from US$0.33 year-on-year for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. However, challenges include recent index exclusions and executive changes as they search for a new CFO after Jeffrey Whicker's departure on July 24, 2026.
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Genesco (GCO)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Genesco is a specialty retailer and wholesaler, operating through segments like Schuh Group, Genesco Brands Group, Johnston & Murphy Group, and Journeys Group with a market capitalization of approximately $0.49 billion.
Operations: Genesco's revenue is primarily driven by the Journeys Group, contributing $1.51 billion, followed by Schuh Group at $482.03 million. The company's cost of goods sold (COGS) for the latest period was approximately $1.31 billion, impacting its gross profit margin which stood at 46.65%. Operating expenses frequently hover around similar levels as gross profit, indicating a tight operational cost structure relative to earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT).
PE: 9.2x
Genesco, a smaller company in the U.S. market, is currently seen as undervalued despite challenges like a 56.8% annual decline in earnings over five years and reliance on external borrowing for funding. Recent insider confidence was demonstrated when Bradley Radoff purchased 400,000 shares for US$13.16 million, reflecting belief in potential value growth. In Q2 of 2026, Genesco reported sales of US$529 million and net income of US$3.48 million compared to a loss last year, indicating some financial recovery amidst strategic leadership changes and revised earnings guidance projecting stronger margins by January 2027's end.
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Examine Genesco's past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past.
Orion Group Holdings (ORN)
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆
Overview: Orion Group Holdings is a construction company specializing in marine and concrete services, with a market cap of approximately $0.17 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Marine segment ($523.34 million) and Concrete segment ($373.16 million). Over the recent periods, the gross profit margin has shown variability, reaching a high of 13.02% in September 2025 and a low of 1.90% in March 2019, reflecting fluctuations in cost management and pricing strategies across its operations.
PE: 102.2x
Orion Group Holdings, a smaller company in the U.S., recently reported second-quarter sales of US$221.88 million, up from US$205.29 million last year, yet faced a net loss of US$4.15 million compared to previous income. Despite being dropped from several Russell benchmarks in June 2026, insider confidence is evident with an independent director purchasing 20,000 shares for approximately US$192K. The company revised its annual revenue guidance to between US$900 and $950 million and anticipates net income growth by year-end 2026.
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