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June 2024 Spotlight On Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership At SIX Swiss Exchange

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As the Switzerland market navigates through modest fluctuations and economic data releases, investors are closely monitoring the impact of monetary policies and inflation trends on market dynamics. In this context, companies with high insider ownership can offer a unique investment appeal, as they often reflect a commitment by those who know the business best to its long-term success.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In Switzerland

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
Stadler Rail (SWX:SRAIL)14.5%23.4%
VAT Group (SWX:VACN)10.2%21.2%
Straumann Holding (SWX:STMN)32.7%21%
Swissquote Group Holding (SWX:SQN)11.4%14.3%
Temenos (SWX:TEMN)17.4%14.7%
Sonova Holding (SWX:SOON)17.7%9.9%
Leonteq (SWX:LEON)12.7%26.4%
Sensirion Holding (SWX:SENS)20.7%78.3%
SHL Telemedicine (SWX:SHLTN)17.9%96.2%
Arbonia (SWX:ARBN)28.8%104.5%

Click here to see the full list of 15 stocks from our Fast Growing SIX Swiss Exchange Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

COLTENE Holding (SWX:CLTN)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: COLTENE Holding AG is a company that develops, manufactures, and sells disposables, tools, and equipment for dentists and dental laboratories across various global regions with a market capitalization of CHF 302.36 million.

Operations: The company generates CHF 242.73 million in revenue from the sale of disposables, tools, and equipment for dental professionals.

Insider Ownership: 22.2%

Return On Equity Forecast: 22% (2026 estimate)

COLTENE Holding, a Swiss-based company, reported a notable decline in sales and net income for the year ended December 31, 2023. Despite this downturn, the company's earnings are expected to grow significantly over the next three years. Insider ownership remains substantial, suggesting confidence from those closest to the company. However, its revenue growth is projected to lag behind market averages and its dividend coverage appears weak, indicating potential concerns about sustainability in payouts.

SWX:CLTN Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jun 2024
SWX:CLTN Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jun 2024

Gurit Holding (SWX:GURN)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Gurit Holding AG specializes in developing, manufacturing, marketing, and selling advanced composite materials, composite tooling equipment, and kitting services globally, with a market capitalization of CHF 284.32 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue through three primary segments: Composite Materials (CHF 307.09 million), Marine and Industrial (CHF 101.63 million), and Manufacturing Solutions (CHF 51.29 million).

Insider Ownership: 30.2%

Return On Equity Forecast: 22% (2026 estimate)

Gurit Holding, a Swiss company, is trading at 53.5% below its estimated fair value, attracting attention for potential undervaluation. Despite a high debt level and revenue growth projections (4% per year) trailing the Swiss market average (4.4%), the firm's earnings are expected to surge by 35.1% annually over the next three years, outpacing the broader market's 8.3%. This forecasted robust earnings growth coupled with a significant anticipated increase in stock price (39.4%) highlights its growth potential amidst volatility and financial leverage concerns.

SWX:GURN Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jun 2024
SWX:GURN Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jun 2024

Swissquote Group Holding (SWX:SQN)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Swissquote Group Holding Ltd operates globally, offering a range of online financial services to retail, affluent, and institutional clients with a market capitalization of CHF 4.14 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through leveraged Forex and securities trading, totaling CHF 101.09 million and CHF 429.78 million respectively.

Insider Ownership: 11.4%

Return On Equity Forecast: 23% (2026 estimate)

Swissquote Group Holding Ltd, a Swiss financial services company, reported a substantial increase in net income to CHF 217.63 million for the year ending December 31, 2023. The company's earnings are forecasted to grow by 14.3% annually, outpacing the Swiss market average of 8.3%. Despite slower revenue growth projections at 10.6% per year compared to higher market benchmarks, Swissquote trades at a significant discount of 22.6% below its estimated fair value and maintains a strong return on equity projected at 23.2%.

SWX:SQN Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jun 2024
SWX:SQN Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jun 2024

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