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3 US Growth Companies With Significant Insider Ownership

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As the United States market shows signs of recovery with major indices poised for a higher open, driven by surging chip stocks, investors are keenly observing growth companies that demonstrate resilience and potential. In this context, firms with significant insider ownership often attract attention as they suggest strong internal confidence in the company's future prospects.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In The United States

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
Atour Lifestyle Holdings (NasdaqGS:ATAT)26%25.7%
Super Micro Computer (NasdaqGS:SMCI)14.4%24.3%
Clene (NasdaqCM:CLNN)21.6%59.1%
EHang Holdings (NasdaqGM:EH)31.4%79.6%
BBB Foods (NYSE:TBBB)22.9%40.7%
Credo Technology Group Holding (NasdaqGS:CRDO)13.3%66.3%
Credit Acceptance (NasdaqGS:CACC)14.1%49%
Spotify Technology (NYSE:SPOT)17.6%29.7%
CarGurus (NasdaqGS:CARG)17%42.4%
XPeng (NYSE:XPEV)20.7%55.5%

Click here to see the full list of 199 stocks from our Fast Growing US Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

TeraWulf (NasdaqCM:WULF)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: TeraWulf Inc. is a digital asset technology company operating in the United States with a market cap of $2.40 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segment consists of $128.35 million from digital currency mining.

Insider Ownership: 14.4%

Return On Equity Forecast: N/A (2027 estimate)

TeraWulf is positioned for significant growth with its strategic expansion into AI-driven computing, complementing its Bitcoin mining operations. Recent partnerships, such as the lease agreements with Core42, enhance its data center capabilities. The company is forecast to achieve above-market revenue and earnings growth over the next three years but has faced substantial shareholder dilution recently. Despite high volatility and a limited cash runway, TeraWulf trades below estimated fair value and analyst price targets suggest potential upside.

NasdaqCM:WULF Ownership Breakdown as at Jan 2025

AppFolio (NasdaqGM:APPF)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: AppFolio, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, offers cloud-based business management solutions for the real estate industry in the United States and has a market cap of approximately $9.08 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is derived from its cloud-based business management software and Value+ platforms, amounting to $762.37 million.

Insider Ownership: 31%

Return On Equity Forecast: 35% (2027 estimate)

AppFolio, a growth-focused company with substantial insider ownership, recently reported strong financial performance, achieving profitability this year. Its revenue is forecast to grow at 16.2% annually, outpacing the US market average of 9%. The recent acquisition of LiveEasy enhances its product offerings like FolioSpace™, which aims to streamline property management processes through innovative solutions. Despite no significant insider buying in the past three months and some executive changes, AppFolio continues to expand its client base with new contracts like Reedy & Company.

NasdaqGM:APPF Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jan 2025

AAON (NasdaqGS:AAON)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: AAON, Inc. and its subsidiaries specialize in engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and selling air conditioning and heating equipment across the United States and Canada with a market cap of approximately $9.75 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include AAON Oklahoma generating $901.08 million, Basx contributing $199.96 million, and AAON Coil Products adding $154.62 million.

Insider Ownership: 17.4%

Return On Equity Forecast: 25% (2027 estimate)

AAON demonstrates strong growth potential with insider ownership and is forecast to grow its revenue by 16.1% annually, surpassing the US market average. Recent strategic expansions include a new facility in Memphis to meet rising data center demand, enhancing geographic diversification and operational capacity. Despite some insider selling recently, AAON's earnings are expected to grow at 19.3% annually, outpacing the market, supported by substantial new orders and leadership restructuring aimed at strengthening management capabilities.

NasdaqGS:AAON Ownership Breakdown as at Jan 2025

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