<div id="readability-page-1"><div><p>As U.S. markets react positively to recent inflation data, hopes for a Federal Reserve rate cut have buoyed investor sentiment, particularly benefiting small-cap stocks as indicated by the S&amp;P 600's performance. In this environment, identifying promising small-cap opportunities can be pivotal for investors seeking growth potential; companies with strong fundamentals and insider buying may present intriguing possibilities in this fluctuating market landscape.</p><h3>Top 10 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying In The United States</h3><table><tbody><tr><th>Name</th><th>PE</th><th>PS</th><th>Discount to Fair Value</th><th>Value Rating</th></tr><tr><td>Blue Bird</td><td>12.7x</td><td>1.1x</td><td>45.74%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>Wolverine World Wide</td><td>16.4x</td><td>0.8x</td><td>39.68%</td><td>★★★★★☆</td></tr><tr><td>First United</td><td>10.1x</td><td>3.0x</td><td>44.62%</td><td>★★★★★☆</td></tr><tr><td>Merchants Bancorp</td><td>7.9x</td><td>2.6x</td><td>48.65%</td><td>★★★★★☆</td></tr><tr><td>S&amp;T Bancorp</td><td>11.5x</td><td>3.9x</td><td>36.95%</td><td>★★★★☆☆</td></tr><tr><td>Farmland Partners</td><td>6.5x</td><td>8.0x</td><td>-92.49%</td><td>★★★★☆☆</td></tr><tr><td>CNB Financial</td><td>18.1x</td><td>3.4x</td><td>45.79%</td><td>★★★☆☆☆</td></tr><tr><td>New Peoples Bankshares</td><td>9.2x</td><td>2.1x</td><td>42.88%</td><td>★★★☆☆☆</td></tr><tr><td>Omega Flex</td><td>17.4x</td><td>2.8x</td><td>5.99%</td><td>★★★☆☆☆</td></tr><tr><td>Vestis</td><td>NA</td><td>0.3x</td><td>-12.60%</td><td>★★★☆☆☆</td></tr></tbody></table><p> Click here to see the full list of 75 stocks from our Undervalued US Small Caps With Insider Buying screener.     </p><p>Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.</p><h2>Ichor Holdings (ICHR)</h2><p><strong>Simply Wall St Value Rating:</strong> ★★★★★☆</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong> Ichor Holdings specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of critical fluid delivery subsystems and components for semiconductor capital equipment, with a market capitalization of approximately $1.2 billion.</p><p><strong>Operations:</strong> The company's primary revenue stream is derived from semiconductor equipment and services, with a recent gross profit margin of 11.90%. Operating expenses are significant, including research and development costs, which impact net income margins.</p><p><strong>PE:</strong> -14.9x</p><p>Ichor Holdings, a small company in the U.S., has caught attention due to its potential for growth despite recent challenges. With earnings projected to increase by 75% annually, there's optimism around its future. However, the company faces high-risk funding due to reliance on external borrowing and has experienced share price volatility over the past three months. Insider confidence is evident as Iain MacKenzie purchased 25,000 shares in October 2025 for US$415,750. Recent leadership changes saw Philip Barros step up as CEO following Jeffrey Andreson's resignation in November 2025. Despite reporting a net loss of US$22.85 million in Q3 2025 compared to US$2.78 million last year, sales rose from US$211 million to US$239 million year-over-year, indicating operational resilience amidst financial headwinds.</p><ul><li>Delve into the full analysis valuation report here for a deeper understanding of Ichor Holdings.</li><li>Learn about Ichor Holdings'  historical performance.</li></ul><figure><img height="476" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/354a25a4-407f-4b82-97a4-7130b5e83f57/chart/dcf?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="746" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/354a25a4-407f-4b82-97a4-7130b5e83f57/chart/dcf?"/><figcaption>ICHR Share price vs Value as at Dec 2025</figcaption></figure><h2>Nicolet Bankshares (NIC)</h2><p><strong>Simply Wall St Value Rating:</strong> ★★★★★☆</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong> Nicolet Bankshares operates as a financial holding company providing consumer and commercial banking services, with a market capitalization of approximately $1.02 billion.</p><p><strong>Operations:</strong> The company's revenue primarily stems from Consumer and Commercial Banking Services, reaching $375.96 million in the latest period. Operating expenses are significant, with General &amp; Administrative Expenses accounting for a large portion at $167.15 million. The net income margin has shown variability, recently recorded at 38.53%.</p><p><strong>PE:</strong> 13.3x</p><p>Nicolet Bankshares, a smaller player in the banking sector, has shown promising financial performance. In Q3 2025, net interest income increased to US$79.26 million from US$68.37 million the previous year, while net income rose to US$41.74 million from US$32.52 million. Insider confidence is evident as Robert Weyers purchased 3,000 shares for approximately US$347,200 recently. The company also repurchased over 155,000 shares between July and September 2025 for about US$20.67 million and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share payable on December 15th, reflecting its commitment to shareholder returns amidst ongoing growth initiatives like the merger with MidWestOne Bank.</p><ul><li>Take a closer look at Nicolet Bankshares' potential here in our valuation report.</li><li>Review our historical performance report to gain insights into Nicolet Bankshares''s past performance.</li></ul><figure><img height="476" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/68230364-6003-4958-9327-320137cfbbfc/chart/dcf?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="746" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/68230364-6003-4958-9327-320137cfbbfc/chart/dcf?"/><figcaption>NIC Share price vs Value as at Dec 2025</figcaption></figure><h2>Vestis (VSTS)</h2><p><strong>Simply Wall St Value Rating:</strong> ★★★☆☆☆</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong> Vestis operates in the apparel and accessories sector, focusing on markets in Canada and the United States, with a market capitalization of $2.73 billion.</p><p><strong>Operations:</strong> The company generates revenue primarily from the United States and Canada, with a recent total of $2.83 billion. Its gross profit margin has shown fluctuations, reaching 30.47% in late 2023 before declining to 26.50% by late 2025. Operating expenses are significant, with general and administrative costs being a major component consistently exceeding $450 million per period analyzed.</p><p><strong>PE:</strong> -22.9x</p><p>Vestis, a small company in the U.S., recently reported a challenging financial year with sales of US$2.73 billion but a net loss of US$40.22 million, contrasting with the previous year's profit. Despite this setback, insider confidence is evident as executives have been purchasing shares over recent months, suggesting belief in potential growth. The company forecasts flat to slightly declining revenue for 2026 but has bolstered its leadership team with experienced executives to drive digital transformation and HR strategy improvements.</p><ul><li>Click here and access our complete valuation analysis report to understand the dynamics of Vestis.</li><li>Gain insights into Vestis' historical performance by reviewing our past performance report.</li></ul><figure><img height="476" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/10817089-d05d-45de-ae3a-c476b0ed7528/chart/ownership-breakdown?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="746" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/10817089-d05d-45de-ae3a-c476b0ed7528/chart/ownership-breakdown?"/><figcaption>VSTS Ownership Breakdown as at Dec 2025</figcaption></figure><h2>Make It Happen</h2><ul><li>Click through to start exploring the rest of the 72  Undervalued US Small Caps With Insider Buying now.</li><li>Have a stake in these businesses? 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<p>The article highlights undervalued small-cap stocks with insider buying, benefiting from positive U.S. market sentiment due to inflation data. It features companies like Ichor Holdings, Nicolet Bankshares, and Vestis, detailing their financial performance and insider activities. Investors are encouraged to explore these opportunities for growth potential amidst market fluctuations.</p>

3 Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Buying To Consider For Your Portfolio