As the Australian market continues to navigate a flat trading environment, with sectors like materials providing stability amid fluctuating export data from China and upcoming US CPI announcements, investors are keenly observing growth companies with strong insider ownership. In such conditions, stocks that combine robust internal backing with growth potential can be particularly appealing, as they may offer resilience and strategic alignment in an uncertain economic landscape.
Name | Insider Ownership | Earnings Growth |
Newfield Resources (ASX:NWF) | 31.5% | 72.1% |
Image Resources (ASX:IMA) | 22.3% | 79.9% |
Findi (ASX:FND) | 33.8% | 91.2% |
Fenix Resources (ASX:FEX) | 21.1% | 53.4% |
Echo IQ (ASX:EIQ) | 18% | 51.4% |
Cyclopharm (ASX:CYC) | 11.3% | 97.8% |
Brightstar Resources (ASX:BTR) | 11.6% | 115.1% |
Alfabs Australia (ASX:AAL) | 10.8% | 41.3% |
Adveritas (ASX:AV1) | 18.1% | 88.8% |
Acrux (ASX:ACR) | 15.5% | 106.9% |
Click here to see the full list of 95 stocks from our Fast Growing ASX Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Duratec Limited, listed on the ASX under the ticker DUR, provides assessment, protection, remediation, and refurbishment services for steel and concrete infrastructure in Australia with a market cap of A$393.73 million.
Operations: Duratec's revenue is derived from several key segments, including Energy (A$62.54 million), Defence (A$193.48 million), Buildings & Facades (A$113.64 million), and Mining & Industrial (A$144.05 million).
Insider Ownership: 31.2%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 11.8% p.a.
Duratec's revenue is projected to grow at 7.7% annually, outpacing the Australian market's 5.5%, while earnings are expected to increase by 11.84% per year, exceeding the market average of 10.9%. The company's Return on Equity is anticipated to reach a high of 30.3% in three years, suggesting efficient use of equity capital despite an unstable dividend track record. Currently trading at a discount, Duratec presents potential value for investors seeking growth opportunities with substantial insider ownership influence.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Guzman y Gomez Limited owns, operates, and franchises quick service restaurants in Australia, Singapore, Japan, and the United States with a market cap of A$2.81 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through its quick service restaurant operations, amounting to A$413.26 million.
Insider Ownership: 12.8%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 39.2% p.a.
Guzman y Gomez is forecast to experience significant growth, with revenue expected to increase by 16.8% annually, surpassing the Australian market's 5.5%. Earnings are projected to grow at a robust rate of 39.19% per year, positioning the company for profitability within three years. Despite a forecasted Return on Equity of just 14.6%, which is relatively low compared to benchmarks, insider ownership remains influential without recent substantial insider trading activity noted.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Nanosonics Limited is a global infection prevention company with a market cap of A$1.14 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its Healthcare Equipment segment, totaling A$183.97 million.
Insider Ownership: 15.4%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 22.9% p.a.
Nanosonics is poised for growth, with earnings projected to expand at 22.9% annually, outpacing the Australian market's 10.9%. Revenue is also set to grow faster than the market at 9.6% per year. The stock trades at a 26% discount to its estimated fair value, and analysts anticipate a price increase of 25.3%. Despite a forecasted Return on Equity of only 13.9%, insider ownership remains significant, with no recent substantial insider trading activity reported.
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