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3 Growth Companies Insiders Are Betting On

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In a week where major U.S. stock indexes hit record highs, growth stocks have notably outperformed value stocks, highlighting a strong investor appetite for companies with promising expansion potential. Amidst this backdrop of market divergence and economic updates, insider ownership can serve as a compelling indicator of confidence in a company's future prospects, making it an important factor to consider when evaluating growth investments.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
SKS Technologies Group (ASX:SKS)27.9%24.8%
Archean Chemical Industries (NSEI:ACI)22.9%41.3%
Propel Holdings (TSX:PRL)36.9%37.6%
On Holding (NYSE:ONON)19.1%29.4%
Pharma Mar (BME:PHM)11.8%56.2%
CD Projekt (WSE:CDR)29.7%27%
Plenti Group (ASX:PLT)12.8%120.1%
EHang Holdings (NasdaqGM:EH)32.8%81.5%
Elliptic Laboratories (OB:ELABS)26.8%111.4%
Findi (ASX:FND)34.8%112.9%

Click here to see the full list of 1513 stocks from our Fast Growing Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

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

Anhui Huaheng Biotechnology (SHSE:688639)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Anhui Huaheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is involved in the development, production, and sale of amino acids and other organic acids both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥8.48 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue from the Bio Manufacturing Industry segment amounts to CN¥2.11 billion.

Insider Ownership: 34.4%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 49.9% p.a.

Anhui Huaheng Biotechnology shows promising growth potential, with revenue expected to grow 33.5% annually, surpassing the CN market's average. Despite recent earnings declines, its price-to-earnings ratio of 28.2x suggests it trades at a good value compared to peers. The company recently raised CNY 683.81 million through a private placement, indicating solid financial backing for future expansion. However, profit margins have decreased and debt coverage by operating cash flow is inadequate, presenting some risks.

SHSE:688639 Ownership Breakdown as at Dec 2024
SHSE:688639 Ownership Breakdown as at Dec 2024

PAL GROUP Holdings (TSE:2726)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: PAL GROUP Holdings CO., LTD. operates in Japan, focusing on the planning, manufacturing, wholesale, and retail of men's and women's clothing and accessories with a market cap of ¥283.48 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue through the planning, manufacturing, wholesale, and retail of men's and women's clothing and accessories in Japan.

Insider Ownership: 10.9%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 11.9% p.a.

PAL GROUP Holdings demonstrates growth potential with earnings forecasted to rise 11.88% annually, outpacing the JP market's 7.9%. Revenue is expected to grow at 8.2% per year, higher than the market average but below high-growth benchmarks. Despite recent share price volatility, it trades at a discount of 18.9% to estimated fair value. The company projects JPY 209 billion in net sales for fiscal year ending February 2025, reflecting steady financial guidance amidst stable dividends.

TSE:2726 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Dec 2024
TSE:2726 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Dec 2024

PARK24 (TSE:4666)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: PARK24 Co., Ltd. operates and manages parking facilities in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥307.58 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include the Mobility Business at ¥107.36 billion, Parking Lot Business in Japan at ¥178.06 billion, and Parking Lot Business Overseas at ¥79.23 billion.

Insider Ownership: 10.5%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 16.3% p.a.

PARK24's earnings are projected to grow at 16.3% annually, surpassing the JP market average of 7.9%. Despite a slower revenue growth forecast of 5.7% per year, it remains above the market's 4.1%. The stock is trading at a significant discount of 26.3% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside for investors. While there has been no substantial insider trading activity recently, high insider ownership may align management interests with shareholders'.

TSE:4666 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Dec 2024
TSE:4666 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Dec 2024

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