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3 Small-Cap Stocks on Our Buy List

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In today’s market, large companies dominate the landscape and grow their leads by acquiring smaller competitors - a trend that will accelerate with the Trump administration. However, some lesser-known players will continue thriving because they’ve carved durable niches for themselves.

Digging up these buried treasures isn’t easy, and that’s exactly why we created StockStory. Keeping that in mind, here are three hidden gems that could end up being the next big thing.

American Superconductor (AMSC)

Market Cap: $2.55 billion

Founded in 1987, American Superconductor (NASDAQ: AMSC) has shifted from superconductor research to developing power systems, adapting to changing energy grid needs and naval technology requirements.

Why Is AMSC a Top Pick?

  1. Market share has increased this cycle as its 49.8% annual revenue growth over the last two years was exceptional
  2. Free cash flow flipped to positive over the last five years, showing the company has crossed a key inflection point
  3. Historical investments are beginning to pay off as its returns on capital are growing

At $57.40 per share, American Superconductor trades at 86.3x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.

TPG (TPG)

Market Cap: $8.24 billion

Founded in 1992 and managing over 300 active portfolio companies across more than 30 countries, TPG (NASDAQ: TPG) is a global alternative asset management firm that invests across private equity, credit, real estate, and public market strategies.

Why Will TPG Outperform?

  1. Annual revenue growth of 28.8% over the last two years was superb and indicates its market share increased during this cycle
  2. 28.8% annual growth in fee-related earnings over the last two years shows the firm optimized its expenses
  3. Incremental sales significantly boosted profitability as its annual earnings per share growth of 39.6% over the last two years outstripped its revenue performance

TPG’s stock price of $56.19 implies a valuation ratio of 21x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our comprehensive research report, it’s free for active Edge members .

F&G Annuities & Life (FG)

Market Cap: $3.95 billion

Founded in 1959 and serving approximately 677,000 policyholders who rely on its financial protection products, F&G Annuities & Life (NYSE: FG) provides fixed annuities, life insurance, and pension risk transfer solutions to retail and institutional clients.

Why Are We Bullish on FG?

  1. Strong 19.7% annualized net premiums earned expansion over the last two years shows it’s capturing market share this cycle
  2. Balance sheet strength has increased this cycle as its 28.2% annual book value per share growth over the last two years was exceptional
  3. Capital generation for the next 12 months is expected to accelerate above its two-year trend as Wall Street forecasts robust book value per share growth of 48.8%

F&G Annuities & Life is trading at $29.33 per share, or 0.8x forward P/B. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.

High-Quality Stocks for All Market Conditions

Trump’s April 2025 tariff bombshell triggered a massive market selloff, but stocks have since staged an impressive recovery, leaving those who panic sold on the sidelines.

Take advantage of the rebound by checking out our Top 6 Stocks for this week. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 183% over the last five years (as of March 31st 2025).

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