3 ASX Growth Stocks With Insider Ownership And Up To 32% ROE

Simply Wall St · 10/17 19:05

The Australian market has shown positive momentum, climbing 1.1% in the last week and achieving a 17% increase over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 12% annually. In this environment, stocks that combine strong growth potential with significant insider ownership can be particularly attractive, as they often indicate confidence from those closest to the company's operations.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In Australia

Name Insider Ownership Earnings Growth
Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals (ASX:CUV) 10.4% 27.4%
Genmin (ASX:GEN) 12% 117.7%
Catalyst Metals (ASX:CYL) 14.8% 45.4%
AVA Risk Group (ASX:AVA) 15.7% 118.8%
Liontown Resources (ASX:LTR) 14.7% 59.8%
Hillgrove Resources (ASX:HGO) 10.4% 70.2%
Acrux (ASX:ACR) 17.4% 91.6%
Pointerra (ASX:3DP) 20.1% 126.4%
Adveritas (ASX:AV1) 21.2% 144.2%
Plenti Group (ASX:PLT) 12.8% 106.4%

Click here to see the full list of 97 stocks from our Fast Growing ASX Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

Capricorn Metals (ASX:CMM)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Capricorn Metals Ltd is an Australian company focused on the evaluation, exploration, development, and production of gold properties, with a market cap of A$2.43 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily generated from its Karlawinda gold operation, amounting to A$359.73 million.

Insider Ownership: 11.9%

Return On Equity Forecast: 33% (2027 estimate)

Capricorn Metals exhibits significant growth potential, with earnings forecasted to grow at 20.5% annually, outpacing the Australian market. Recent financials show a substantial increase in net income to A$87.14 million from A$4.4 million year-on-year, reflecting robust operational performance. The Karlawinda Gold Project expansion study aims to boost throughput by up to 55%, potentially enhancing production capacity and resource conversion rates—factors that could further drive growth and value creation for stakeholders.

ASX:CMM Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
ASX:CMM Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

Cettire (ASX:CTT)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Cettire Limited operates as an online luxury goods retailer in Australia, the United States, and internationally, with a market cap of A$850.16 million.

Operations: The company generates revenue through online retail sales amounting to A$742.26 million.

Insider Ownership: 33.5%

Return On Equity Forecast: 33% (2027 estimate)

Cettire demonstrates strong growth prospects, with earnings expected to increase significantly at 29% annually, surpassing the Australian market. Despite a volatile share price recently, insider confidence is evident through substantial buying activity. Revenue for fiscal 2024 was A$742.26 million, up from A$416.23 million last year; however, net income decreased to A$10.47 million from A$15.97 million due to narrower profit margins. The recent appointment of Caroline Elliott as a Non-Executive Director may bolster strategic oversight and governance.

ASX:CTT Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
ASX:CTT Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

Emerald Resources (ASX:EMR)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Emerald Resources NL is involved in the exploration and development of mineral reserves in Cambodia and Australia, with a market cap of A$2.73 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from its mine operations, generating A$366.04 million.

Insider Ownership: 18%

Return On Equity Forecast: 23% (2027 estimate)

Emerald Resources shows promising growth potential with earnings expected to grow 32.2% annually, outpacing the Australian market. Revenue is also forecasted to increase by 31.1% per year. Despite past shareholder dilution, the company trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value. Recent results highlighted sales of A$371.07 million and net income of A$84.27 million for fiscal 2024, while Simon Lee AO's impending retirement may impact leadership dynamics moving forward.

ASX:EMR Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024
ASX:EMR Ownership Breakdown as at Oct 2024

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