Identifying Undiscovered Gems in the Middle East for June 2025
Name
Debt To Equity
Revenue Growth
Earnings Growth
Health Rating
MOBI Industry
6.50%
5.60%
24.00%
★★★★★★
Alf Meem Yaa for Medical Supplies and Equipment
NA
17.03%
18.37%
★★★★★★
Baazeem Trading
8.48%
-2.02%
-2.70%
★★★★★★
Sure Global Tech
NA
11.95%
18.65%
★★★★★★
Saudi Azm for Communication and Information Technology
2.07%
16.18%
21.11%
★★★★★★
Nofoth Food Products
NA
15.75%
27.63%
★★★★★★
National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.)
NA
14.55%
29.05%
★★★★★☆
National Corporation for Tourism and Hotels
19.25%
0.67%
4.89%
★★★★☆☆
Waja
23.81%
98.44%
14.54%
★★★★☆☆
Saudi Chemical Holding
79.49%
16.57%
44.01%
★★★★☆☆
Click here to see the full list of 217 stocks from our Middle Eastern Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener.
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Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Taaleem Holdings PJSC is a company that provides and invests in education services in the United Arab Emirates, with a market capitalization of AED3.79 billion.
Operations: Revenue for Taaleem primarily comes from school operations, amounting to AED1.05 billion.
Taaleem Holdings PJSC, a nimble player in the UAE's education sector, has demonstrated robust earnings growth of 16.9% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of 6.7%. With sales for Q2 2025 reaching AED 343.74 million compared to AED 282.54 million previously, revenue and net income figures also showed positive trends at AED 20.1 million and AED 92.02 million respectively for the quarter ended February 28, though net income was slightly lower than last year's same period at AED 92.19 million. The company's debt-to-equity ratio has risen from 19.9% to a more leveraged position of 29.1%, yet its interest obligations are comfortably covered by EBIT at nearly fifty times over—demonstrating financial resilience amidst strategic expansion efforts targeting premium segments despite potential margin pressures from higher costs associated with these initiatives.
Taaleem Holdings PJSC plans to add 10,000 seats by 2026 through strategic expansion. Click here to explore the full narrative on Taaleem's growth strategy and market positioning.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Ackerstein Group Ltd is involved in production, infrastructure, construction, and development activities in Israel and the United States, with a market capitalization of ₪2.55 billion.
Operations: Ackerstein Group's revenue primarily comes from its Engineering Segment, generating ₪560.42 million, followed by the Industry Sector at ₪289.34 million and the Real Estate Sector at ₪47.92 million. The Industry Sector Abroad contributes an additional ₪57.57 million to the total revenue stream.
Ackerstein Group, a notable player in the Middle East's basic materials sector, showcases impressive financial health with earnings growth of 48.8% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of -6.7%. The company's interest payments are well-covered by EBIT at 50.8 times, indicating strong operational efficiency. A significant one-off gain of ₪62.3 million impacted its recent financial results, highlighting some volatility in earnings quality. Over five years, Ackerstein has reduced its debt to equity ratio from 43.3% to a satisfactory 12%, reflecting prudent debt management strategies amidst a highly volatile share price environment recently observed over three months.
Take a closer look at Ackerstein Group's potential here in our health report.
Gain insights into Ackerstein Group's historical performance by reviewing our past performance report.
Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Y.D. More Investments Ltd is a privately owned investment manager with a market capitalization of ₪1.77 billion, focusing on various financial management services.
Operations: The company's primary revenue streams include management of provident and pension funds, generating ₪540.82 million, and mutual fund management with revenues of ₪231.26 million. Investment portfolio management contributes an additional ₪34.40 million in revenue.
Y.D. More Investments, a nimble player in the Middle East market, has shown robust growth with earnings up 38.9% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of 28.5%. The company's net income for Q1 2025 surged to ILS 31.62 million from ILS 17.11 million a year prior, while revenue climbed to ILS 230.15 million compared to last year's ILS 188.26 million. Despite a volatile share price recently, Y.D.'s debt-to-equity ratio rose from just 0.3% to an elevated level of 62.7% over five years, indicating increased leverage but also potential for strategic expansion and investment opportunities in its sector.
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Tel Aviv, Israel, August 12th, 2025, FinanceWireTipRanks, a leading financial research platform with more than 9 million monthly active users, has announced a strategic sponsorship with Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura, a 5-time US Chess Champion who is currently ranked 2nd in the world. Powered by a new set of AI tools, the partnership is designed to help investors make better, data-driven decisions through the combination of TipRanks' cutting-edge tools and Nakamura's strategic mindset. As part of the partnership, Nakamura will create and manage a Stream Portfolio on TipRanks. Viewers and fans of Hikaru will be able to track his investment research in real time on his widely followed video channels and social media — plus share ideas in the stream chat to help shape the portfolio's holdings. Working with TipRanks' award-winning platform, Nakamura will showcase how he evaluates opportunities, while emphasizing that all content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. A Strategic Fit Between Chess and Investing Nakamura's dominance in chess stems from his ability to absorb vast amounts of information, analyze multiple outcomes, and make decisive moves under pressure—skills that closely mirror successful investing. 'TipRanks offers a wide variety of insights on thousands of stocks and equities, helping me to think strategically about all of my investments,' said Nakamura. 'Just like in chess, beating the market depends on making wise, fully informed decisions. Harnessing data to think several moves ahead is second nature to me.' 'While other investing websites might sponsor more popular spectator sports such as soccer, our partnership with a chess champion is pitch perfect,' said Uri Gruenbaum, Founder and CEO of TipRanks. 'We are tailor-made for investors who seek to act strategically, just like Hikaru does.' AI-Driven Innovation Powering TipRanks' Growth Earlier this year, TipRanks launched the world's most comprehensive AI Stock Analyst, a multi-factor tool that evaluates stocks across fundamental, technical, and sentiment-based indicators in an easy-to-digest format. These tools have been seminal in TipRanks' recent growth, with the site passing 9 million unique users in July. AI Catalyst – Delivers real-time explanations for why a stock is moving, pinpointing the specific news or events driving the change. It continuously scans and analyzes market updates, providing instant clarity on market-moving events. AI Analyst – An automated, data-driven report evaluating a stock's strengths, risks, and future potential, designed for both seasoned investors and beginners. Earnings Call Transcript Summaries – Condenses earnings call highlights with sentiment analysis, classifying tone as Positive, Neutral, or Negative, enabling investors to grasp performance and outlook in minutes. About TipRanks TipRanks is a comprehensive financial research platform that aggregates analyst ratings, insider activity, hedge fund signals, news sentiment, and fundamental data into actionable insights. Serving millions of retail investors worldwide, TipRanks empowers users to make smarter, data-backed investment decisions. Learn more at Permalink | © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Entrepreneur
9 hours ago
- Entrepreneur
Rush, Risk, and Reinvention: Wael Mckee's Views on How Dubai Is the New Canvas for Global Brand Innovation
You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. When Wael Mckee landed in Dubai in 2011, it didn't take long for an opportunity to come knocking, three days, to be exact. From freelancing for an agency to leading high-end creative transformations for luxury brands, Mckee didn't just build a career in the UAE; he found a playground for creative ambition and experimentation. "Dubai is fast," he says, "but that speed is the opportunity." Mckee's story is uniquely his, but the foundation of it, an artist chasing possibility and finding a city built on vision, is a shared experience among many creatives who have turned to the UAE as a launchpad. The UAE is not just innovating in architecture, infrastructure, and technology; it's setting a global precedent in branding culture, with Dubai as its epicenter. "Dubai doesn't wait," Mckee explains. "It's a smart city with luxury roots, but it also allows for bold, immersive ideas to thrive. You just need to keep up." It's this relentlessness, this momentum, that defines Dubai's entrepreneurial spirit. Mckee, who grew up in Syria, saw the city as a place where effort and vision were rewarded, not buried under bureaucracy or hierarchy. "Back home, there were always walls," he says. "In Dubai, the only difference between you and the next person is what you are doing. That's rare." But what makes Dubai such a powerful stage for brand innovation? For one, there's an inherent hunger in the city's marketing culture. "If you are number one today and you relax, you are number seven tomorrow. It's like the stock market," Mckee says. That urgency drives a willingness to take risks, and with it, the potential for breakout creative work that earns global attention. "There's a reason so much viral content comes from here," he continues. "You see campaigns that take symbols, icons of ambition, and push them to their limits." That spirit of symbolism and spectacle is something Mckee wants to amplify in his next chapter. While he's not officially announcing it yet, he hints at a new creative agency in development, one that brings together a collective of the industry's elite to work with brands that dare to push creative boundaries. "I don't want stereotyped campaigns," he says. "I want to work with brands that ask, 'What haven't we done yet?'" And Dubai offers the ideal environment to cultivate those kinds of clients. The city's infrastructure makes rapid innovation possible, but its cultural blend, where traditional Middle Eastern aesthetics meet digital futurism, creates a unique creative palette. "You don't have to choose between classical and modern here," Mckee says. "You can do a 3D-printed sculpture with handcrafted elements. You can take a centuries-old motif and animate it in AR. The fusion is the point." This philosophy defines Mckee's approach to branding. Technology is not a gimmick to him; it's a tool, one that should enhance the emotional resonance of a campaign, not overwhelm it. "There's a time for classical. And there's a time for tech. The trick is knowing when each serves the story best," he says. He applies this thinking even in public art, where he's explored creating modular sculptures that blend digital fabrication with human craftsmanship. "The foundation might be 3D printed," he explains, "but we finish it by hand. You can't automate soul." Dubai, he says, understands that nuance. "It's the only place I know where a sculpture can be futuristic and heritage-rich at the same time," he shares. As Mckee reflects on his time in the UAE, it's clear he sees the country not just as a backdrop, but as an active participant in his creative journey. "They built a city out of sand," he says. "They took risks, moved fast, and believed in big dreams. If you come here with that same energy, you will find your place." The region is not without its challenges. He admits that the cost of failure in a city this fast can be high. But the rewards, he insists, are worth it. "You can heal from failure," he says. "What matters is that you are playing the game. That you are trying to lead, not follow." For global brands looking to learn from the UAE, Mckee offers two lessons: never stop running and never play it safe. "Creativity thrives where there's tension between vision and risk," he says. "And Dubai is full of both." As he builds his next venture, Mckee is not looking to replicate what's already been done. He's looking to shape what's next. "I want to bring together minds who live and breathe originality," he says. "And I want our work to represent not just luxury, but the future of storytelling. That's what this city inspires."
