As the U.S. stock market experiences a pullback from recent record highs, with Treasury yields on the rise and investors bracing for a wave of earnings reports, attention turns to growth companies that demonstrate resilience through high insider ownership. In this environment, stocks with significant insider stakes can be appealing as they often indicate strong alignment between management and shareholder interests, potentially enhancing long-term value creation.
Name | Insider Ownership | Earnings Growth |
Atlas Energy Solutions (NYSE:AESI) | 29.1% | 41.9% |
GigaCloud Technology (NasdaqGM:GCT) | 25.6% | 26% |
Atour Lifestyle Holdings (NasdaqGS:ATAT) | 26% | 23.4% |
Victory Capital Holdings (NasdaqGS:VCTR) | 10.2% | 33.3% |
Super Micro Computer (NasdaqGS:SMCI) | 25.7% | 28.0% |
Hims & Hers Health (NYSE:HIMS) | 13.7% | 37.4% |
EHang Holdings (NasdaqGM:EH) | 32.8% | 81.4% |
Credo Technology Group Holding (NasdaqGS:CRDO) | 13.9% | 95% |
Carlyle Group (NasdaqGS:CG) | 29.5% | 22% |
BBB Foods (NYSE:TBBB) | 22.9% | 51.2% |
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: AudioEye, Inc. offers patented software and services that enable accessible internet content publication and distribution across various devices and locations in the United States, with a market cap of $305.53 million.
Operations: The company generates revenue from its developer of patented voice infrastructure technology segment, amounting to $32.26 million.
Insider Ownership: 20.9%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 115.9% p.a.
AudioEye, Inc. is positioned for growth with a forecasted annual earnings increase of 115.93% and revenue growth expected to surpass the US market average at 18.1% per year. Despite recent share price volatility, AudioEye trades significantly below its estimated fair value, presenting potential opportunities for investors focused on high insider ownership companies. Recent strategic moves include an expanded partnership with CivicPlus and revised financial guidance reflecting increased revenue expectations between US$35.15 million and US$35.25 million for 2024.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Arq, Inc. produces activated carbon products in North America and has a market cap of $250.59 million.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily generated from its Specialty Chemicals segment, amounting to $105.08 million.
Insider Ownership: 18%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 78.5% p.a.
Arq, Inc. demonstrates potential as a growth-focused company with significant insider ownership. Recent developments include its addition to the S&P Global BMI Index and a successful follow-on equity offering raising US$25.04 million. Despite past shareholder dilution, insiders have been actively purchasing shares recently, indicating confidence in future prospects. The company has reduced its net loss significantly year-over-year and is forecasted to achieve profitability within three years, with revenue growth expected to outpace the broader US market at 19.8% annually.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Guild Holdings Company originates, sells, and services residential mortgage loans in the United States with a market cap of approximately $947.80 million.
Operations: Guild Holdings generates revenue primarily through its origination segment, accounting for $623.64 million, and its servicing segment, contributing $173.23 million in the United States residential mortgage market.
Insider Ownership: 11.5%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 29.9% p.a.
Guild Holdings shows promise with its high insider ownership and forecasted earnings growth of 29.9% annually, surpassing the US market's average. Despite a lower profit margin of 3% compared to last year, recent earnings reports indicate revenue growth to US$285.69 million in Q2 2024 from US$236.81 million a year ago, alongside net income improvement. The introduction of GuildGPT enhances operational efficiency, while share buybacks reflect management's commitment to shareholder value despite interest coverage concerns.
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