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Analyzing Three Leading Growth Companies In China With Insider Ownership As High As 28%

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In a week marked by cautious optimism in global markets, Chinese stocks experienced gains fueled by governmental pledges of increased economic support. This context sets the stage for examining three growth-oriented companies in China distinguished not only by their performance but also by significant insider ownership, suggesting a strong alignment between company management and broader corporate objectives.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In China

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
Jiangsu Pacific Quartz (SHSE:603688)31.5%28.9%
Arctech Solar Holding (SHSE:688408)38.7%24.8%
Suzhou Sunmun Technology (SZSE:300522)37.6%63.4%
Zhejiang Songyuan Automotive Safety SystemsLtd (SZSE:300893)20%24.2%
Eoptolink Technology (SZSE:300502)27.3%38%
Sineng ElectricLtd (SZSE:300827)36.5%39.7%
Anhui Huaheng Biotechnology (SHSE:688639)28.3%28.5%
Xi'an Sinofuse Electric (SZSE:301031)36.7%46.5%
Jilin University Zhengyuan Information Technologies (SZSE:003029)12.2%69.2%
Offcn Education Technology (SZSE:002607)26.1%72.3%

Click here to see the full list of 418 stocks from our Fast Growing Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

Ecovacs Robotics (603486)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Ecovacs Robotics Co., Ltd. is a company based in China that specializes in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of robotic products, with a market capitalization of approximately CN¥29.06 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through the design, development, manufacture, and sale of robotic products in China.

Insider Ownership: 27.8%

Ecovacs Robotics, a notable player in China's growth sector with substantial insider ownership, recently reported a slight dip in quarterly net income to CNY 297.74 million from CNY 326.15 million year-over-year, despite an increase in sales to CNY 3,474.11 million. The company is trading at 21.5% below its estimated fair value and is expected to see significant earnings growth of approximately 39.4% annually over the next three years, outpacing the broader Chinese market forecast of 24.1%. However, it faces challenges with a reduced profit margin now at 3.7%, down from last year's 10.4%.

SHSE:603486 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at May 2024
SHSE:603486 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at May 2024

APT Medical (688617)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: APT Medical Inc. operates in China, focusing on the research, development, production, and sale of electrophysiology and interventional medical devices, with a market capitalization of CN¥34.47 billion.

Operations: APT Medical Inc.'s revenue is primarily generated from its medical products segment, totaling CN¥1.76 billion.

Insider Ownership: 28.5%

APT Medical, a growth company in China with high insider ownership, has shown robust financial performance with first-quarter sales rising to CNY 455.33 million from CNY 349.71 million year-over-year and net income increasing to CNY 140.14 million. The company's earnings per share also grew significantly. Recent strategic moves include the approval of board candidates by Shenzhen Mindray Technology, enhancing governance structures amid their acquisition of a 19.72% stake for CNY6.2 billion, approved by regulatory bodies and shareholders alike. APT Medical's revenue and earnings are expected to grow at rates surpassing the broader Chinese market forecasts.

SHSE:688617 Ownership Breakdown as at May 2024
SHSE:688617 Ownership Breakdown as at May 2024

Zhejiang Century Huatong GroupLtd (002602)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Zhejiang Century Huatong Group Co., Ltd operates in the auto parts, Internet games, and cloud data sectors both domestically and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately CN¥34.42 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue from three primary sectors: auto parts, Internet games, and cloud data services.

Insider Ownership: 10.9%

Zhejiang Century Huatong Group Co., Ltd, a player in China's growth sector with high insider ownership, reported a substantial increase in first-quarter earnings for 2024. Sales surged to CNY 4.26 billion from CNY 3.02 billion the previous year, and net income rose to CNY 651.51 million from CNY 433.42 million. The company's earnings per share improved from CNY 0.06 to CNY 0.09, reflecting strong financial health and operational efficiency despite trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value.

SZSE:002602 Ownership Breakdown as at May 2024
SZSE:002602 Ownership Breakdown as at May 2024

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