Over the last 7 days, the United Kingdom market has remained flat, yet it has risen by 6.6% over the past year with earnings expected to grow by 14% annually in the coming years. In this context, identifying growth companies with substantial insider ownership can be a promising strategy as it often indicates confidence from those closest to the business and aligns their interests with shareholders.
Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In The United Kingdom
Overview: Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited is involved in the exploration, development, and production of oil and gas in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, with a market cap of £292.79 million.
Operations: The company generates revenue of $115.15 million from its oil and gas exploration, development, and production activities in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
Insider Ownership: 12.2%
Gulf Keystone Petroleum showcases a promising growth trajectory with insider buying outweighing selling in recent months. Forecasts predict earnings to grow at 80.57% annually, and revenues to increase by 42.8% per year, surpassing market averages. Despite being valued at 35.4% below estimated fair value, its Return on Equity is projected to remain modest at 19.9%. Recent board changes include David Thomas continuing as Chair and the declaration of a $20 million interim dividend highlights shareholder returns focus.
Overview: Hochschild Mining plc is a precious metals company involved in the exploration, mining, processing, and sale of gold and silver deposits across Peru, Argentina, the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Chile with a market cap of £979.53 million.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its San Jose segment, contributing $266.70 million, and its Inmaculada segment, contributing $451.91 million.
Insider Ownership: 38.4%
Hochschild Mining has demonstrated a strong turnaround, reporting a net income of US$39.52 million for H1 2024, compared to a loss last year. The company is trading at 39.2% below its estimated fair value and is expected to see significant earnings growth of 47.36% annually over the next three years, outpacing the UK market average. Despite high debt levels and share price volatility, its revenue growth forecast of 6.3% per year remains promising against market averages.
Overview: TBC Bank Group PLC operates in Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan, offering banking, leasing, insurance, brokerage, and card processing services to both corporate and individual clients with a market cap of £1.43 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue segments include GEL 2.13 billion from segment adjustments and GEL 236.42 million from Uzbekistan operations.
Insider Ownership: 17.6%
TBC Bank Group is poised for growth, with revenue forecasted to rise 18.9% annually, surpassing the UK market's 3.5%. The company reported a net income of GEL 617.4 million for H1 2024, reflecting solid financial performance. However, its dividend track record remains unstable and past shareholder dilution may concern investors. Despite these challenges, TBC Bank trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value and has high return on equity forecasts of 24.9%.
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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:GKP LSE:HOC and LSE:TBCG.
