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Growth Companies Insiders Favor With Up To 155% Earnings Growth

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As the U.S. stock markets experience fluctuations, with major indices like the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite facing recent declines amid economic uncertainties and policy concerns, investors are keenly observing trends that could signal resilience or growth potential. In such an environment, companies with high insider ownership often attract attention as they indicate confidence from those who know the business best; this is particularly compelling when these firms also demonstrate significant earnings growth.

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

NameInsider OwnershipEarnings Growth
Atour Lifestyle Holdings (NasdaqGS:ATAT)26%25.6%
Duolingo (NasdaqGS:DUOL)14.4%36.7%
Hims & Hers Health (NYSE:HIMS)13.2%21.9%
Corcept Therapeutics (NasdaqCM:CORT)11.7%36.7%
Kingstone Companies (NasdaqCM:KINS)17.9%24.2%
Astera Labs (NasdaqGS:ALAB)15.9%61.1%
BBB Foods (NYSE:TBBB)16.5%41.1%
Clene (NasdaqCM:CLNN)20.7%59.1%
Upstart Holdings (NasdaqGS:UPST)12.7%100.1%
Credit Acceptance (NasdaqGS:CACC)14.4%33.6%

Click here to see the full list of 207 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.

Johnson Outdoors (NasdaqGS:JOUT)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Johnson Outdoors Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets seasonal and outdoor recreation products for fishing worldwide, with a market cap of $263.37 million.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Diving at $71.83 million and Fishing at $424.32 million.

Insider Ownership: 29.8%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 155.7% p.a.

Johnson Outdoors has high insider ownership and is forecast to become profitable within three years, outpacing average market growth. Despite a challenging first quarter with a net loss of US$15.29 million, revenue is expected to grow at 10.1% annually, faster than the broader US market's 8.3%. The company trades significantly below its fair value estimate but faces challenges with dividend sustainability due to insufficient earnings coverage.

NasdaqGS:JOUT Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Mar 2025
NasdaqGS:JOUT Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Mar 2025

Proficient Auto Logistics (NasdaqGS:PAL)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. specializes in auto transportation and logistics services across North America, with a market cap of $272.73 million.

Operations: Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. generates its revenue primarily from auto transportation and logistics services throughout North America.

Insider Ownership: 25%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 79.1% p.a.

Proficient Auto Logistics is positioned for significant growth, with revenue expected to rise 35% annually, surpassing the US market's 8.3%. Despite a highly volatile share price and trading at 71.3% below its fair value estimate, analysts anticipate a 57.8% stock price increase. The company is forecast to become profitable within three years, exceeding average market growth expectations. Recent presentations and upcoming earnings announcements may provide further insights into its performance trajectory.

NasdaqGS:PAL Ownership Breakdown as at Mar 2025
NasdaqGS:PAL Ownership Breakdown as at Mar 2025

Heritage Insurance Holdings (NYSE:HRTG)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Heritage Insurance Holdings, Inc. operates through its subsidiaries to offer personal and commercial residential insurance products, with a market cap of approximately $345.20 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue from its Insurance - Property & Casualty segment, amounting to $816.99 million.

Insider Ownership: 25.1%

Earnings Growth Forecast: 28.9% p.a.

Heritage Insurance Holdings demonstrates potential with a 35.8% earnings increase over the past year and forecasted annual profit growth of 28.9%, outpacing the US market's 13.8%. Despite slower revenue growth projections of 6.8% annually, its price-to-earnings ratio of 5.7x suggests good value relative to peers and industry standards. Recent earnings reveal an increase in net income to US$61.54 million for 2024, reflecting solid financial performance amid no recent insider trading activity or share buybacks.

NYSE:HRTG Ownership Breakdown as at Mar 2025
NYSE:HRTG Ownership Breakdown as at Mar 2025

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