UK Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In July 2024

Recent trends in the United Kingdom's financial markets, particularly the FTSE 100, reflect a cautious atmosphere influenced by weak trade data from China and its ripple effects on global economic dynamics. In such uncertain times, investors might find reassurance in growth companies with high insider ownership, as these entities often demonstrate aligned interests between company executives and shareholders, potentially fostering stability and long-term value creation amidst market volatility.

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

Name	Insider Ownership	Earnings Growth
Plant Health Care (AIM:PHC)	34.2%	121.3%
Petrofac (LSE:PFC)	16.6%	124%
Gulf Keystone Petroleum (LSE:GKP)	12.1%	74.6%
Integrated Diagnostics Holdings (LSE:IDHC)	26.7%	23.5%
Helios Underwriting (AIM:HUW)	23.1%	14.7%
LSL Property Services (LSE:LSL)	10.8%	33.3%
Velocity Composites (AIM:VEL)	27.6%	173.3%
B90 Holdings (AIM:B90)	24.4%	142.7%
Judges Scientific (AIM:JDG)	11.5%	25.9%
Hochschild Mining (LSE:HOC)	38.4%	54.9%

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

Franchise Brands (AIM:FRAN)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Franchise Brands plc operates a franchising business with activities spanning the United Kingdom, North America, and other parts of Europe, with a market capitalization of approximately £329.66 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue through various segments including Azura (£0.75 million), Pirtek (£41.95 million), B2C Division (£6.11 million), Water & Waste (£48.88 million), and Filta International (£27.12 million).

Insider Ownership: 29.8%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 40.7% p.a.

Franchise Brands plc has experienced significant executive changes, including the appointment of Andrew Mallows as Interim CFO. Despite a sharp drop in net income from £8.13 million to £3.04 million year-over-year, the company reported a substantial increase in sales to £121.27 million for 2023. Analysts forecast robust earnings growth at 40.7% annually, outpacing the UK market average significantly, although revenue growth projections are more modest at 11.5% per year, still above the market average of 3.5%. The stock is considered undervalued by analysts who expect a potential price rise of 88.5%.

• Dive into the specifics of Franchise Brands here with our thorough growth forecast report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Franchise Brands implies its share price may be lower than expected.

Property Franchise Group (AIM:TPFG)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: The Property Franchise Group PLC, operating in the United Kingdom, manages and leases residential real estate properties with a market capitalization of approximately £275.80 million.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from property franchising and financial services, generating £25.78 million and £1.50 million respectively.

Insider Ownership: 12.7%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 36.7% p.a.

Property Franchise Group is poised for robust revenue growth, forecasted at 44.7% annually, significantly outpacing the UK market average. Despite this, earnings have only increased by 2.3% over the past year and shareholder dilution has occurred. The company trades at 56.4% below estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation. Recent executive changes include CFO David Raggett planning a retirement by end of 2025, ensuring a strategic transition following recent acquisitions.

• Delve into the full analysis future growth report here for a deeper understanding of Property Franchise Group.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Property Franchise Group's shares may be trading at a premium.

LSL Property Services (LSE:LSL)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: LSL Property Services plc operates in the UK, offering services to mortgage intermediaries and estate agency franchisees, as well as valuation services to lenders, with a market cap of approximately £343.98 million.

Operations: LSL Property Services generates revenue through three primary segments: Financial Services (£51.69 million), Surveying and Valuation (£67.83 million), and Estate Agency (excluding Financial Services) (£24.89 million).

Insider Ownership: 10.8%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 33.3% p.a.

LSL Property Services, despite trading at 47.1% below estimated fair value, shows promising growth with earnings expected to rise by 33.32% annually, outperforming the UK market forecast of 12.6%. However, its dividend coverage is weak. Recent board enhancements include the appointment of Michael Stoop and Adrian Collins, adding extensive real estate and financial expertise respectively, which could positively influence strategic direction and governance.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in LSL Property Services' earnings growth report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that LSL Property Services is trading beyond its estimated value.

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