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October 2025's High-Ownership Growth Stocks

As the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq reach new all-time highs despite a government shutdown, investors are increasingly optimistic about the resilience of the U.S. market. In this buoyant environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly attractive due to their potential for strong alignment between management and shareholder interests.

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

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
Upstart Holdings (UPST)12.6%93.2%
Niu Technologies (NIU)37.2%92.8%
IREN (IREN)11.2%67.4%
Hippo Holdings (HIPO)14.0%41.2%
Hesai Group (HSAI)14.9%41.5%
FTC Solar (FTCI)23.1%63%
Credo Technology Group Holding (CRDO)11.3%33.7%
Celsius Holdings (CELH)10.8%32%
Atour Lifestyle Holdings (ATAT)18.2%23.5%
Astera Labs (ALAB)12.1%36.8%

Click here to see the full list of 202 stocks from our Fast Growing US Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.

Vital Farms (VITL)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Vital Farms, Inc. is a food company that packages, markets, and distributes shell eggs, butter, and other products in the United States with a market cap of approximately $1.82 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its eggs and butter segment, amounting to $657.95 million.

Insider Ownership: 17%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 21.8% p.a.

Vital Farms is experiencing strong revenue growth, with forecasts of 19.9% annually, outpacing the US market. Despite recent insider selling, the company maintains high insider ownership and has revised its 2025 revenue guidance upwards to at least US$770 million. Recent initiatives include expanding its farm network to over 500 family farms and launching a limited-edition dog treat line, showcasing innovative product strategies. Earnings are projected to grow significantly at 21.8% annually over the next three years.

VITL Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2025
VITL Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2025

Youdao (DAO)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Youdao, Inc. is an internet technology company that offers online services in content, community, communication, and commerce across China with a market cap of approximately $1.16 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from Learning Services (CN¥2.65 billion), followed by Online Marketing Services (CN¥2.11 billion) and Smart Devices (CN¥873.07 million).

Insider Ownership: 20.4%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 29.0% p.a.

Youdao's recent inclusion in the S&P Global BMI Index highlights its growing prominence. The company reported a reduced net loss for Q2 2025, with revenue increasing to CNY 1.42 billion. Earnings are expected to grow significantly at 29% annually over the next three years, outpacing the US market average. Despite no insider trading activity recently, high insider ownership remains a key feature. However, debt coverage by operating cash flow is inadequate, posing financial challenges.

DAO Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2025
DAO Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2025

Paymentus Holdings (PAY)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Paymentus Holdings, Inc. offers cloud-based bill payment technology and solutions both in the United States and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $3.84 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue through its cloud-based bill payment solutions, with services to financial companies contributing $1.04 billion.

Insider Ownership: 27.7%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 28.5% p.a.

Paymentus Holdings has demonstrated strong growth, with earnings increasing by 73.3% over the past year and revenue expected to grow at 18% annually, outpacing the US market average. Despite forecasts of a low return on equity in three years, its earnings are projected to grow significantly at 28.5% per year. Recent financial results show increased sales and net income for Q2 2025, while high insider ownership remains a key feature without recent trading activity.

PAY Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2025
PAY Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2025

Where To Now?

This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.The analysis only considers stock directly held by insiders. It does not include indirectly owned stock through other vehicles such as corporate and/or trust entities. All forecast revenue and earnings growth rates quoted are in terms of annualised (per annum) growth rates over 1-3 years.

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