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3 Growth Stocks Insiders Are Betting On

TSE:4922
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As global markets experience a rebound with cooling inflation and strong bank earnings propelling U.S. stocks higher, investors are keenly observing growth trends amid shifting economic landscapes. In this environment, companies with high insider ownership often attract attention as insiders' confidence can signal potential growth opportunities that align with current market optimism.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
Duc Giang Chemicals Group (HOSE:DGC)31.4%23.8%
Seojin SystemLtd (KOSDAQ:A178320)30.9%39.9%
Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals (ASX:CUV)10.4%26.2%
Medley (TSE:4480)34%27.2%
On Holding (NYSE:ONON)19.1%29.7%
Brightstar Resources (ASX:BTR)16.2%84.3%
Plenti Group (ASX:PLT)12.7%120.1%
Fulin Precision (SZSE:300432)13.6%66.7%
HANA Micron (KOSDAQ:A067310)18.3%110.9%
Findi (ASX:FND)35.8%110.9%

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Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Norwegian Air Shuttle (OB:NAS)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA, along with its subsidiaries, offers air travel services both within Norway and internationally, with a market cap of NOK10.24 billion.

Operations: Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA generates revenue primarily through its provision of air travel services domestically and internationally.

Insider Ownership: 14.3%

Norwegian Air Shuttle's revenue is forecast to grow at 7.2% annually, outpacing the Norwegian market's 1.7%, with earnings expected to rise by 9.1%. Despite trading significantly below its estimated fair value, recent guidance lowered operating profit expectations for 2024 to NOK 1,850 million due to increased unit costs. The company has shown steady passenger growth and improved load factors year-over-year, but insider trading activity in recent months remains unclear.

OB:NAS Ownership Breakdown as at Jan 2025
OB:NAS Ownership Breakdown as at Jan 2025

M31 Technology (TPEX:6643)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: M31 Technology Corporation offers silicon intellectual property design services in the integrated circuit industry, with a market cap of NT$26.21 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its Semiconductor Equipment and Services segment, which generated NT$1.67 billion.

Insider Ownership: 27.2%

M31 Technology's revenue is forecast to grow at 21.7% annually, exceeding the TW market's 11.4%, with earnings expected to rise by a significant 47.89%. Despite trading slightly below its estimated fair value, profit margins have decreased from last year, and recent earnings reports show a decline in net income compared to the previous year. The company recently achieved silicon validation for its USB4 IP on TSMC’s advanced process, highlighting its commitment to innovation and high-performance solutions.

TPEX:6643 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jan 2025
TPEX:6643 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jan 2025

KOSÉ (TSE:4922)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: KOSÉ Corporation manufactures and sells cosmetics and cosmetology products primarily in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥381.48 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include ¥253.43 billion from the Cosmetics Business and ¥64.22 billion from Cosmetaries.

Insider Ownership: 32.9%

KOSÉ's earnings are projected to grow significantly at 22.3% annually, outpacing the JP market's 8.1%, though its return on equity is expected to be low at 6.9% in three years. Recent organizational changes aim to enhance global operations and manufacturing efficiency, but profit margins have decreased from last year. The company revised its financial guidance downward for 2024, with net sales now expected at ¥320 billion and operating profit at ¥18 billion.

TSE:4922 Ownership Breakdown as at Jan 2025
TSE:4922 Ownership Breakdown as at Jan 2025

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