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High Insider Ownership Growth Companies On SEHK In July 2024

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Amidst a backdrop of global market fluctuations and deepening China-U.S. trade tensions, the Hong Kong market has shown resilience with specific sectors demonstrating robust growth potential. High insider ownership in growth companies on the SEHK signals strong confidence from those who know these companies best, which can be particularly appealing in the current uncertain economic climate.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In Hong Kong

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
iDreamSky Technology Holdings (SEHK:1119)20.2%104.1%
Pacific Textiles Holdings (SEHK:1382)11.2%37.7%
Fenbi (SEHK:2469)30.6%43%
Tian Tu Capital (SEHK:1973)34%70.5%
Adicon Holdings (SEHK:9860)22.4%28.3%
Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology (SEHK:9863)15%73.4%
DPC Dash (SEHK:1405)38.2%90.2%
Biocytogen Pharmaceuticals (Beijing) (SEHK:2315)13.9%100.1%
Beijing Airdoc Technology (SEHK:2251)28.7%83.9%
Ocumension Therapeutics (SEHK:1477)23.3%93.7%

Click here to see the full list of 53 stocks from our Fast Growing SEHK Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Meitu (SEHK:1357)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Meitu, Inc. is an investment holding company specializing in image, video, and design products that enhance industry digitalization with beauty-related solutions, operating both in the People’s Republic of China and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$10.52 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through its Internet Business segment, which posted earnings of CN¥2.70 billion.

Insider Ownership: 36.6%

Revenue Growth Forecast: 17.7% p.a.

Meitu, a company with high insider ownership in Hong Kong, recently approved significant bylaw changes and a dividend increase at its AGM. Despite some board turnover, Meitu's financials show promise with earnings expected to grow significantly over the next three years, outpacing the local market's average. However, its revenue growth projections fall short of 20% per year and one-off items have impacted earnings quality. The stock is currently trading well below its estimated fair value.

SEHK:1357 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jul 2024

Ocumension Therapeutics (SEHK:1477)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Ocumension Therapeutics operates as an ophthalmic pharmaceutical platform company in the People's Republic of China, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$4.79 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from discovering, developing, and commercializing ophthalmic therapies, totaling CN¥246.37 million.

Insider Ownership: 23.3%

Revenue Growth Forecast: 35.2% p.a.

Ocumension Therapeutics is on track to become profitable within the next three years, with earnings growth projected at a very high rate annually. Revenue is also expected to increase significantly, surpassing broader market averages in Hong Kong. Recent developments include the acceptance of a biologic license application for OT-702 by China's CDE, marking a critical step in commercializing this promising biosimilar for various eye diseases. However, its forecasted Return on Equity remains low at 3.8%.

SEHK:1477 Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

Meituan (SEHK:3690)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Meituan is a technology retail company based in the People's Republic of China, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$720.84 billion.

Operations: The company generates its revenue from various technology retail operations across China.

Insider Ownership: 11.5%

Revenue Growth Forecast: 12.8% p.a.

Meituan, a prominent player in Hong Kong's tech sector, has demonstrated strong financial performance with first-quarter sales rising to CNY 73.28 billion and net income increasing to CNY 5.37 billion. The company recently announced a substantial share repurchase program valued at US$2 billion, underscoring confidence in its future growth prospects. Despite high insider ownership, there have been no significant insider sales over the past three months, aligning leadership interests with shareholder value enhancement. However, recent board changes and corporate governance amendments suggest potential shifts in strategic direction.

SEHK:3690 Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

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