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UK Growth Companies With Insider Ownership As High As 31%

As the UK market shows signs of optimism with the FTSE 100 indicating a positive start, investors are closely monitoring the unfolding economic landscape influenced by political changes and global market trends. In this context, growth companies with high insider ownership can offer unique insights into confidence and long-term commitment from those who know these companies best.

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

Name

Insider Ownership

Earnings Growth

Plant Health Care (AIM:PHC)

31.2%

121.3%

Petrofac (LSE:PFC)

16.6%

124.5%

Gulf Keystone Petroleum (LSE:GKP)

10.8%

47.6%

Integrated Diagnostics Holdings (LSE:IDHC)

26.7%

23.5%

LSL Property Services (LSE:LSL)

10.8%

33.3%

Velocity Composites (AIM:VEL)

27.8%

143.4%

Mothercare (AIM:MTC)

15.1%

41.2%

Directa Plus (AIM:DCTA)

14.1%

102.5%

Afentra (AIM:AET)

37.2%

64.4%

Judges Scientific (AIM:JDG)

11.5%

25.3%

Click here to see the full list of 65 stocks from our Fast Growing UK Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

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Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Foresight Group Holdings

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Foresight Group Holdings Limited is a company that manages infrastructure and private equity, operating across the United Kingdom, Italy, Luxembourg, Ireland, Spain, and Australia with a market capitalization of approximately £0.59 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through its infrastructure and private equity management, with contributions of £84.17 million and £47.35 million respectively, alongside a smaller segment in capital management which contributes £9.80 million.

Insider Ownership: 31.8%

Foresight Group Holdings has demonstrated robust financial performance with a reported sales increase to £141.33 million and net income rising to £26.43 million year-over-year. The company's earnings are expected to grow significantly at 31.63% annually, outpacing the UK market forecast of 12.5%. Despite this growth, its dividend coverage remains a concern as the current yield is not well supported by earnings, indicating potential challenges in sustaining dividend payments at current levels.

LSE:FSG Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jul 2024
LSE:FSG Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Jul 2024

Playtech

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Playtech plc is a global technology company that offers gambling software, services, content, and platform technologies, with a market capitalization of approximately £1.49 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its Gaming B2B and Gaming B2C segments, generating €684.10 million and €946.60 million respectively, along with smaller contributions from HAPPYBET and Sun Bingo totaling €91.60 million.

Insider Ownership: 13.5%

Playtech has recently entered a strategic partnership with MGM Resorts to deliver live casino content, enhancing its product offering and market reach. Despite slower revenue growth forecasts at 4% annually, Playtech's earnings are expected to increase substantially by 20.62% each year. The stock is currently valued attractively, trading 57.4% below estimated fair value, which could present an opportunity for investors looking for growth in the tech and entertainment sectors. However, concerns exist due to significant one-off items affecting financial results and low forecasted return on equity at 8.9%.

LSE:PTEC Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024
LSE:PTEC Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

TBC Bank Group

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: TBC Bank Group PLC operates in Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan, offering a range of services including banking, leasing, insurance, brokerage, and card processing with a market capitalization of approximately £1.44 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue through banking, leasing, insurance, brokerage, and card processing services across Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan.

Insider Ownership: 18%

TBC Bank Group has demonstrated robust financial performance with a first-quarter net income increase to GEL 292.81 million from GEL 248.67 million the previous year, alongside a significant rise in net interest income. The bank also announced a share repurchase program valued at GEL 75 million, aiming to reduce share capital and benefit employees and shareholders alike. Despite this growth, the company faces challenges with high bad loans at 2.1% and an unstable dividend track record, raising concerns about sustainability amidst its financial strategies.

LSE:TBCG Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024
LSE:TBCG Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

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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.

Companies discussed in this article include LSE:FSG LSE:PTEC and LSE:TBCG.

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