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3 ASX Growth Stocks To Watch With Up To 27% Insider Stake

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As the ASX200 edges up 0.7% after reaching a new all-time intra-day high, investor attention is focused on whether it will close at record levels, with sectors like Real Estate and Discretionary leading the charge. In this buoyant environment, growth companies with significant insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often indicate strong internal confidence and alignment with shareholder interests.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In Australia

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
SKS Technologies Group (ASX:SKS)32.4%24.8%
Medallion Metals (ASX:MM8)13.8%72.7%
Acrux (ASX:ACR)19.5%91.6%
AVA Risk Group (ASX:AVA)15.7%77.3%
Newfield Resources (ASX:NWF)29.0%72.1%
Findi (ASX:FND)34.8%71.5%
Hillgrove Resources (ASX:HGO)10.4%66.5%
Pointerra (ASX:3DP)20.8%126.4%
Plenti Group (ASX:PLT)12.8%120.1%
Brightstar Resources (ASX:BTR)16.2%84.6%

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Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Chrysos (ASX:C79)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Chrysos Corporation Limited develops and supplies mining technology, with a market cap of A$573.47 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Mining Services segment, amounting to A$45.36 million.

Insider Ownership: 20.1%

Chrysos Corporation is poised for significant growth, with expected annual revenue increases of 28.4%, outpacing the broader Australian market. Despite past shareholder dilution, it remains on track to achieve profitability within three years, surpassing average market expectations. Recent reaffirmation of fiscal year 2025 guidance targets revenue between A$60 million and A$70 million, reflecting confidence in its growth trajectory. The company was recently added to the S&P Global BMI Index, highlighting its expanding market presence.

ASX:C79 Ownership Breakdown as at Nov 2024
ASX:C79 Ownership Breakdown as at Nov 2024

Catalyst Metals (ASX:CYL)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Catalyst Metals Limited is an Australian company focused on exploring and evaluating mineral properties, with a market cap of A$732.18 million.

Operations: The company's revenue segments are comprised of A$75.08 million from Tasmania and A$243.77 million from Western Australia.

Insider Ownership: 14.8%

Catalyst Metals is positioned for substantial growth, with earnings projected to rise 33.1% annually, surpassing the Australian market's average. Despite past shareholder dilution, it became profitable this year and its revenue growth forecast of 21.2% per year exceeds market expectations. Recently added to the S&P/ASX Emerging Companies Index, Catalyst reported significant sales increase to A$317.01 million and net income of A$23.56 million for FY2024, marking a turnaround from previous losses.

ASX:CYL Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024
ASX:CYL Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

Qualitas (ASX:QAL)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Qualitas (ASX:QAL) is a real estate investment firm specializing in direct investments across various real estate classes and geographies, distressed debt restructuring, capital raising, and consulting services, with a market cap of A$767.02 million.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Direct Lending at A$26.79 million and Funds Management at A$13.61 million.

Insider Ownership: 27.2%

Qualitas is experiencing robust growth, with earnings forecasted to increase by 22.44% annually, outpacing the Australian market average. The company's revenue is expected to grow at 14.7% per year, exceeding market expectations. Recent board changes include the retirement of Brian Delaney and the appointment of Darren Steinberg as an independent director. Insider activity shows more substantial buying than selling in recent months, reflecting confidence in future prospects despite a low projected return on equity of 9.1%.

ASX:QAL Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024
ASX:QAL Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Nov 2024

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