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3 Growth Companies Insiders Are Betting On

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As global markets navigate the complexities of rising U.S. Treasury yields and tepid economic growth, investors are closely watching how these factors influence stock performance. In this environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly intriguing as insiders may have a deeper understanding of their company's potential and confidence in its future prospects.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
Lavvi Empreendimentos Imobiliários (BOVESPA:LAVV3)11.9%21.1%
People & Technology (KOSDAQ:A137400)16.4%35.6%
Laopu Gold (SEHK:6181)36.4%33.2%
Seojin SystemLtd (KOSDAQ:A178320)30.7%49.1%
Medley (TSE:4480)34%30.4%
Findi (ASX:FND)35.8%64.8%
HANA Micron (KOSDAQ:A067310)18.3%105.8%
Pharma Mar (BME:PHM)11.8%55.1%
Plenti Group (ASX:PLT)12.8%107.6%
UTI (KOSDAQ:A179900)33.1%134.6%

Click here to see the full list of 1514 stocks from our Fast Growing Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Belships (OB:BELCO)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Belships ASA owns and operates dry bulk ships worldwide, with a market capitalization of NOK4.62 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include $178.57 million from Belships and $204.33 million from its Operating Business.

Insider Ownership: 13.6%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 18.2% p.a.

Belships demonstrates characteristics of a growth company with high insider ownership, as insiders have been net buyers recently. The stock trades at 70.4% below its estimated fair value and is expected to grow earnings at 18.2% annually, outpacing the Norwegian market's average. Despite recent earnings declines and an unstable dividend track record, analysts agree on potential price appreciation of 68.7%, reflecting confidence in its future prospects despite some challenges.

OB:BELCO Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
OB:BELCO Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

Herfy Food Services (SASE:6002)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Herfy Food Services Company operates and franchises restaurants in Saudi Arabia and internationally, with a market cap of SAR1.62 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include SAR923.62 million from restaurants and catering, SAR199.46 million from the meat factory, and SAR198.45 million from bakeries and other operations.

Insider Ownership: 15.3%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 81.3% p.a.

Herfy Food Services shows potential for growth despite recent financial challenges, with revenue forecasted to grow at 5.9% annually, surpassing the Saudi Arabian market average. The company reported significant net losses in recent quarters but is expected to become profitable within three years, outperforming average market growth rates. Trading at a good value relative to peers and industry, Herfy's share price remains volatile without significant insider trading activity over the past three months.

SASE:6002 Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024
SASE:6002 Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024

Fujian Apex SoftwareLTD (SHSE:603383)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Fujian Apex Software Co., LTD is a professional platform software and information service provider in China, with a market cap of CN¥7.88 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Application Software Service Industry segment, amounting to CN¥730.07 million.

Insider Ownership: 32.7%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 22.4% p.a.

Fujian Apex SoftwareLTD demonstrates potential as a growth company with high insider ownership, despite recent declines in sales and net income. While earnings grew by 14.4% over the past year, forecasts suggest slower profit growth compared to the broader CN market. The company's return on equity is expected to be strong at 20.4%, and it trades at good value relative to peers. However, its dividend coverage is weak, and share price volatility remains high without recent insider trading activity.

SHSE:603383 Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024
SHSE:603383 Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024

Summing It All Up

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