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High Growth Tech Stocks To Watch In Switzerland August 2024

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The Switzerland market ended marginally down on Tuesday despite trading higher till a couple of hours past noon, as investors digested the latest batch of economic data from the European region and looked ahead to key Fed announcements. In this fluctuating environment, identifying high growth tech stocks can be crucial for investors seeking opportunities amid economic uncertainties.

Top 5 High Growth Tech Companies In Switzerland

NameRevenue GrowthEarnings GrowthGrowth Rating
LEM Holding9.25%18.37%★★★★☆☆
Santhera Pharmaceuticals Holding22.30%32.48%★★★★★★
Temenos7.59%14.32%★★★★☆☆
Comet Holding19.03%48.25%★★★★★☆
Cicor Technologies7.10%27.73%★★★★☆☆
Basilea Pharmaceutica9.88%36.82%★★★★★☆
SoftwareONE Holding8.12%35.28%★★★★★☆
MCH Group5.18%83.82%★★★★☆☆
Sensirion Holding13.28%79.98%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 9 stocks from our SIX Swiss Exchange High Growth Tech and AI Stocks screener.

Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

Basilea Pharmaceutica (SWX:BSLN)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Basilea Pharmaceutica AG, a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company with a market cap of CHF538.78 million, focuses on developing products for oncology and anti-infectives.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative pharmaceutical products, amounting to CHF149.02 million. Its business operations are centered around addressing medical needs in oncology and anti-infectives.

Basilea Pharmaceutica, a notable player in the Swiss biotech scene, reported CHF 76.29 million in revenue for H1 2024, down from CHF 84.91 million the previous year. Despite this, its earnings per share from continuing operations fell to CHF 1.72 from CHF 2.66 last year. The company's R&D expenditure is significant and integral to its future growth; with an expected annual profit growth of 36.82%, Basilea's focus on innovative treatments positions it well for long-term success in the competitive biotech industry.

SWX:BSLN Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Aug 2024
SWX:BSLN Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Aug 2024

Comet Holding (SWX:COTN)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Comet Holding AG, along with its subsidiaries, offers X-ray and radio frequency (RF) power technology solutions across Europe, North America, Asia, and globally, with a market cap of CHF2.69 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through its Plasma Control Technologies (CHF180.62 million), X-Ray Systems (CHF115.34 million), and Industrial X-Ray Modules (CHF95.90 million) segments. The business focuses on providing advanced technology solutions in X-ray and RF power across various international markets.

Comet Holding AG, a Swiss tech firm, reported CHF 189.32 million in sales for H1 2024, down from CHF 207.03 million the previous year, yet net income surged to CHF 4.06 million from CHF 1.94 million. With earnings per share doubling to CHF 0.52 and an impressive forecasted annual profit growth of 48.3%, Comet's future looks promising despite recent volatility in its stock price and a lower profit margin of 4.6% compared to last year's 10.8%. The company's dedication to innovation is evident with significant R&D expenses contributing to its long-term strategy; this focus on cutting-edge technology positions it well within the competitive landscape of high-growth tech firms in Switzerland.

SWX:COTN Revenue and Expenses Breakdown as at Aug 2024
SWX:COTN Revenue and Expenses Breakdown as at Aug 2024

Sensirion Holding (SWX:SENS)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Sensirion Holding AG, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the development, production, sale, and servicing of sensor systems, modules, and components worldwide and has a market cap of CHF1.10 billion.

Operations: Sensirion generates revenue primarily from its sensor systems, modules, and components, totaling CHF233.17 million. The company focuses on the global market for these products.

Sensirion Holding, a Swiss sensor manufacturer, is expected to see revenue growth of 13.3% annually, outpacing the Swiss market's 4.4%. Despite currently being unprofitable, earnings are forecasted to grow at an impressive 80% per year over the next three years. The company’s significant investment in R&D—CHF 29 million in the latest fiscal year—underscores its commitment to innovation and long-term strategy within high-growth tech sectors.

SWX:SENS Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Aug 2024
SWX:SENS Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Aug 2024

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