As the U.S. stock market takes a breather following a series of gains for the S&P 500, investors remain attentive to insider ownership as a potential indicator of confidence in growth companies. In this environment, stocks with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing, as they suggest that those closest to the company are optimistic about its future prospects.
Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In The United States
Overview: LexinFintech Holdings Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, offers online consumer finance services in the People's Republic of China and has a market cap of approximately $1.47 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue of CN¥14.20 billion from its online retailer segment in the People's Republic of China.
Insider Ownership: 35%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 34.8% p.a.
LexinFintech Holdings demonstrates strong insider ownership, with earnings forecasted to grow significantly at 34.8% annually, outpacing the broader US market. Despite this growth potential, revenue is expected to increase at a more modest 5.9% per year, lagging behind market averages. Recent executive changes include the retirement of President Jared Yi Wu, who remains on the board as a senior advisor. The company has reported substantial net income growth and announced dividend increases amidst a volatile share price environment.
Overview: loanDepot, Inc. operates in the United States by originating, financing, selling, and servicing residential mortgage loans with a market cap of approximately $405.79 million.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from the originating, financing, and selling of mortgage loans, totaling $1.09 billion.
Insider Ownership: 12.3%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 112.5% p.a.
loanDepot, with substantial insider ownership, is navigating leadership changes as founder Anthony Hsieh returns to an executive role. Despite a recent net loss of US$21.9 million for Q1 2025, the company is expected to achieve profitability within three years and forecasts revenue growth at 15.5% annually, surpassing the US market average. However, return on equity remains low at 8.3%. The stock trades at a favorable value compared to peers amidst these developments.
Overview: ZKH Group Limited operates a trading and service platform for maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products in China, including spare parts and office supplies, with a market cap of approximately $485.05 million.
Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from its Business-To-Business Trading and Services of Industrial Products segment, which generated CN¥8.76 billion.
Insider Ownership: 17.7%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 102.3% p.a.
ZKH Group, benefiting from high insider ownership, reported reduced net losses for Q1 2025 with revenue at CNY 1.94 billion. The company is forecast to achieve profitability within three years and expects earnings growth of over 100% annually. Trading significantly below estimated fair value, ZKH's revenue growth outpaces the US market average at 10.7% per year. Analysts anticipate a potential stock price increase of 40.7%, though return on equity remains modestly low at 8.4%.
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