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German Exchange Showcases Three Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership

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Amid a backdrop of rising indices such as Germany's DAX, which recently gained 1.48%, the German market is reflecting a robust economic sentiment, mirroring broader European trends. In this context, growth companies with high insider ownership stand out as particularly compelling, as high insider stakes often signal strong confidence in the company's future from those who know it best.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In Germany

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
pferdewetten.de (XTRA:EMH)26.8%75.4%
Deutsche Beteiligungs (XTRA:DBAN)39.1%31.6%
YOC (XTRA:YOC)24.8%21.8%
NAGA Group (XTRA:N4G)14.1%79.2%
Exasol (XTRA:EXL)25.3%105.4%
Alelion Energy Systems (DB:2FZ)37.4%106.6%
Stratec (XTRA:SBS)30.9%21.9%
elumeo (XTRA:ELB)25.8%99.1%
Redcare Pharmacy (XTRA:RDC)17.7%47.4%
Friedrich Vorwerk Group (XTRA:VH2)18%30.4%

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Redcare Pharmacy (XTRA:RDC)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Redcare Pharmacy NV is an online pharmacy operating across the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, and France with a market capitalization of approximately €2.86 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through its operations in the DACH region (€1.62 billion) and other international markets (€0.37 billion).

Insider Ownership: 17.7%

Redcare Pharmacy, despite trading at a substantial discount to its estimated fair value, faces challenges with a low forecasted return on equity of 7.5% in three years. However, it's set for robust growth with earnings expected to increase by 47.38% annually and revenue projected to rise by 17.1% per year—outpacing the German market average of 5.2%. Recent financials show improvement as Q1 sales jumped from €372.05 million to €560.22 million year-over-year, narrowing net losses significantly.

XTRA:RDC Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jul 2024
XTRA:RDC Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jul 2024

Friedrich Vorwerk Group (XTRA:VH2)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Friedrich Vorwerk Group SE specializes in solutions for the transformation and transportation of energy across Germany and Europe, with a market capitalization of approximately €0.38 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue through segments focused on electricity (€72.07 million), natural gas (€157.60 million), clean hydrogen (€28.59 million), and adjacent opportunities (€118.73 million).

Insider Ownership: 18%

Friedrich Vorwerk Group SE, a German growth company with high insider ownership, is poised for significant earnings growth, forecasted at 30.4% annually, outperforming the broader market's 18.9%. Although its revenue growth of 8.3% per year trails the high-growth benchmark of 20%, it still surpasses the German market average of 5.2%. Recent financials indicate solid performance with Q1 sales and net income showing notable increases from the previous year, underscoring its upward trajectory despite a modest forecasted return on equity of 11%.

XTRA:VH2 Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024
XTRA:VH2 Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

Zalando (XTRA:ZAL)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Zalando SE is an online retailer specializing in fashion and lifestyle products, with a market capitalization of approximately €6.29 billion.

Operations: The company generates approximately €10.40 billion in revenue from its online fashion and lifestyle platform.

Insider Ownership: 10.4%

Zalando SE, a German growth company with significant insider ownership, is currently undervalued, trading 51.3% below its estimated fair value. Despite recent modest sales growth forecasts between 0% and 5% for 2024, Zalando's earnings have surged by 184.3% over the past year and are expected to continue growing at an annual rate of 26.4%, outpacing the German market's forecast of 18.9%. However, its projected return on equity remains low at around 12.6%.

XTRA:ZAL Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024
XTRA:ZAL Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

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