New Delhi, May 2 -- Some of the best investment returns in history haven't come from the obvious picks-but from companies that were overlooked, undervalued, or simply misunderstood at the time.

Spotting such opportunities early-before the rest of the market catches on-is what sets great investors apart.

Value investors aren't swayed by headlines. They focus on fundamentals: strong balance sheets, rising profitability, competent management, and long-term tailwinds. And crucially, they look for all this while the stock is still trading at a discount.

In this piece, we spotlight five such under-the-radar stocks that combine solid business performance with favourable sector dynamics.

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