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KRX Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership

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Over the last 7 days, the South Korean market has remained flat, yet it has risen by 7.3% over the past year with earnings expected to grow by 29% annually. In this environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often signal strong internal confidence and alignment of interests between management and shareholders.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In South Korea

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
People & Technology (KOSDAQ:A137400)16.4%35.6%
Seojin SystemLtd (KOSDAQ:A178320)30.7%49.1%
HANA Micron (KOSDAQ:A067310)18.3%105.8%
Bioneer (KOSDAQ:A064550)15.8%97.6%
Oscotec (KOSDAQ:A039200)26.1%122%
Vuno (KOSDAQ:A338220)19.4%110.9%
Park Systems (KOSDAQ:A140860)33%34.6%
INTEKPLUS (KOSDAQ:A064290)16.3%96.7%
UTI (KOSDAQ:A179900)33.1%134.6%
Techwing (KOSDAQ:A089030)18.7%83.6%

Click here to see the full list of 88 stocks from our Fast Growing KRX Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

ALTEOGEN (KOSDAQ:A196170)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: ALTEOGEN Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing long-acting biobetters, proprietary antibody-drug conjugates, and antibody biosimilars, with a market cap of ₩21.12 trillion.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from its biotechnology segment, amounting to ₩90.79 billion.

Insider Ownership: 26.6%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 99.5% p.a.

ALTEOGEN is forecast to experience significant revenue growth at 64.2% annually, outpacing the South Korean market average of 10.2%. It is expected to become profitable within three years, with earnings projected to grow by 99.46% per year and a very high return on equity of 66.3%. Despite past shareholder dilution, the stock trades at a substantial discount of 69.5% below its estimated fair value, indicating potential undervaluation for investors focused on growth opportunities with high insider ownership in South Korea.

KOSDAQ:A196170 Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024

Doosan (KOSE:A000150)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Doosan Corporation operates in heavy industry, machinery manufacturing, and apartment construction across South Korea, the United States, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and globally with a market cap of approximately ₩3.19 trillion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from Doosan Bobcat with ₩9.31 billion, Doosan Energy at ₩8.25 billion, Electronic BG contributing ₩855.42 million, Doosan Fuel Cell at ₩279.99 million, and Digital Innovation BU generating ₩286.29 million.

Insider Ownership: 38.9%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 65.5% p.a.

Doosan's earnings are projected to grow 65.51% annually, surpassing the market average, and it is expected to become profitable within three years. Despite its volatile share price, Doosan trades at a 58.2% discount to its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation. The company was recently added to the S&P Global BMI Index, which could enhance visibility among investors seeking growth opportunities in South Korea with significant insider ownership influence.

KOSE:A000150 Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024

HYBE (KOSE:A352820)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: HYBE Co., Ltd. operates in music production, publishing, and artist development and management, with a market cap of ₩8.09 trillion.

Operations: The company's revenue is derived from three main segments: Label (₩1.28 trillion), Platform (₩361.12 billion), and Solution (₩1.24 trillion).

Insider Ownership: 32.5%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 42.6% p.a.

HYBE's earnings are forecast to grow significantly at 42.6% annually, outpacing the South Korean market average. Despite recent earnings volatility, with net income dropping substantially year-over-year, insider ownership remains a key factor. The company's share repurchase program aims at price stabilization, suggesting confidence in future growth prospects. Analysts predict a potential stock price increase of 30.9%, although revenue growth is expected to be moderate compared to its rapid earnings trajectory.

KOSE:A352820 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

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