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3 KRX Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership Expecting Up To 144% Earnings Growth

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Over the last 7 days, the South Korean market has risen 3.6%, although it has remained flat overall in the past year. In this environment of anticipated 28% annual earnings growth, identifying growth companies with high insider ownership can be a strategic move for investors seeking robust opportunities.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In South Korea

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
People & Technology (KOSDAQ:A137400)16.5%35.6%
Bioneer (KOSDAQ:A064550)17.5%89.7%
Fine M-TecLTD (KOSDAQ:A441270)17.2%36.4%
Global Tax Free (KOSDAQ:A204620)21.4%90.6%
Seojin SystemLtd (KOSDAQ:A178320)29.6%58.7%
Park Systems (KOSDAQ:A140860)33%38.3%
Vuno (KOSDAQ:A338220)19.5%105%
HANA Micron (KOSDAQ:A067310)20%97.4%
UTI (KOSDAQ:A179900)33.1%122.7%
Techwing (KOSDAQ:A089030)18.7%77.8%

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Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.

Daejoo Electronic Materials (KOSDAQ:A078600)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Daejoo Electronic Materials Co., Ltd. develops and sells electronic materials across various regions including South Korea, China, Taiwan, the United States, Europe, and Southeast Asia with a market cap of ₩1.86 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue from the development, production, and sale of electrical and electronic components is ₩193.79 billion.

Insider Ownership: 28.9%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 53.4% p.a.

Daejoo Electronic Materials, with high insider ownership, is forecasted to see significant revenue growth at 40.2% annually and earnings growth at 53.4% per year, outpacing the South Korean market averages. Despite recent volatility in its share price and concerns over interest coverage by earnings, the company has successfully raised KRW 61 billion through private placements in June 2024, indicating strong investor confidence and financial backing for future expansion.

KOSDAQ:A078600 Ownership Breakdown as at Aug 2024
KOSDAQ:A078600 Ownership Breakdown as at Aug 2024

UTI (KOSDAQ:A179900)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: UTI Inc. is involved in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of smartphone camera windows and sensor glasses both in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩429.56 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Electronic Components & Parts segment, amounting to ₩20.10 billion.

Insider Ownership: 33.1%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 122.7% p.a.

UTI Inc., with high insider ownership, is expected to see substantial revenue growth at 103.6% annually and earnings growth at 122.67% per year, outperforming the South Korean market averages. Recent private placements raised over KRW 79 billion, reflecting strong investor confidence and providing significant capital for future expansion. The company is forecasted to become profitable within three years, with a very high return on equity projected in that period.

KOSDAQ:A179900 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Aug 2024
KOSDAQ:A179900 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Aug 2024

Enchem (KOSDAQ:A348370)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Enchem Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells electrolytes and additives for secondary batteries and EDLC, with a market cap of ₩3.85 billion.

Operations: Revenue from electronic components and parts for secondary batteries and EDLC amounts to ₩357.37 billion.

Insider Ownership: 19.4%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 144.8% p.a.

Enchem, with significant insider ownership, is forecasted to achieve annual revenue growth of 56.5%, outpacing the South Korean market's average. Earnings are expected to grow at 144.8% per year, and the company is anticipated to become profitable within three years. However, shareholders have faced dilution over the past year. No substantial insider trading activity has been reported in the last three months.

KOSDAQ:A348370 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Aug 2024
KOSDAQ:A348370 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Aug 2024

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