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3 UK Growth Companies Insiders Own With At Least 29% Earnings Growth

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In the current climate, the UK market is grappling with challenges as the FTSE 100 index recently dipped due to weak trade data from China, highlighting concerns over global economic recovery. Amidst these uncertainties, growth companies with high insider ownership can offer a unique perspective on potential resilience and confidence in their long-term prospects.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In The United Kingdom

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
Integrated Diagnostics Holdings (LSE:IDHC)27.6%23.7%
Gaming Realms (AIM:GMR)20.1%22.1%
LSL Property Services (LSE:LSL)10.8%28.2%
Foresight Group Holdings (LSE:FSG)31.8%27.9%
Judges Scientific (AIM:JDG)11%23%
Enteq Technologies (AIM:NTQ)20%53.8%
Facilities by ADF (AIM:ADF)22.7%144.7%
B90 Holdings (AIM:B90)24.4%166.8%
Mortgage Advice Bureau (Holdings) (AIM:MAB1)19.8%29.6%
Gulf Keystone Petroleum (LSE:GKP)12.2%80.6%

Click here to see the full list of 65 stocks from our Fast Growing UK Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

Fintel (AIM:FNTL)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Fintel Plc provides intermediary services and distribution channels to the retail financial services sector in the United Kingdom, with a market cap of £272.96 million.

Operations: The company's revenue is derived from three main segments: Research & Fintech (£24.20 million), Distribution Channels (£21.40 million), and Intermediary Services (£23.30 million).

Insider Ownership: 29.1%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 32.6% p.a.

Fintel's revenue is forecasted to grow at 10% annually, outpacing the UK market growth of 3.6%. Despite a decline in profit margins from 12.7% to 8.6%, earnings are expected to grow significantly at over 20% annually, surpassing the UK market's projected growth of 14.2%. The company trades below its estimated fair value and announced an interim dividend increase, reflecting potential value for investors focused on growth amidst high insider ownership dynamics.

AIM:FNTL Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024
AIM:FNTL Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024

Mortgage Advice Bureau (Holdings) (AIM:MAB1)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Mortgage Advice Bureau (Holdings) plc, with a market cap of £411.49 million, operates in the United Kingdom offering mortgage advice services through its subsidiaries.

Operations: The company generates revenue of £243.31 million from its provision of financial services in the UK.

Insider Ownership: 19.8%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 29.6% p.a.

Mortgage Advice Bureau (Holdings) is poised for significant earnings growth, with forecasts indicating a 29.6% annual increase, surpassing the UK market's 14.2%. Despite high share price volatility and a dividend not fully covered by earnings, insider activity shows more purchases than sales recently. Revenue growth is expected at 15.3% annually, outpacing the broader UK market's 3.6%. Recent half-year results revealed net income of £3.7 million, down from £6.42 million last year.

AIM:MAB1 Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024
AIM:MAB1 Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024

Gulf Keystone Petroleum (LSE:GKP)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited focuses on the exploration, development, and production of oil and gas in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, with a market cap of £276.53 million.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from the exploration and production of oil and gas, totaling $115.15 million.

Insider Ownership: 12.2%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 80.6% p.a.

Gulf Keystone Petroleum is set for robust growth, expecting earnings to rise 80.57% annually and revenue to increase 42.8% per year, outpacing the UK market. Insider activity shows more buying than selling in recent months, reflecting confidence despite a challenging period marked by leadership changes following the passing of its Chair. Recent results indicate a return to profitability with net income of US$0.44 million compared to last year's loss, supported by strategic share buybacks totaling US$10 million.

LSE:GKP Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
LSE:GKP Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

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