The UK stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices both closing lower amid concerns over weak trade data from China, which is impacting companies heavily reliant on its economic health. As global uncertainties continue to influence market dynamics, investors often look for growth stocks with high insider ownership as these companies can potentially offer a combination of robust internal confidence and significant earnings growth prospects.
Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Craneware plc, along with its subsidiaries, develops, licenses, and supports computer software for the healthcare industry in the United States and has a market cap of £535.78 million.
Operations: The company’s revenue is primarily generated from its healthcare software segment, which amounts to $198.10 million.
Insider Ownership: 16.6%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 23.9% p.a.
Craneware, a UK-based company, has demonstrated strong growth with earnings increasing by 58.9% over the past year and forecasted to grow significantly at 23.9% annually, outpacing the UK market’s 13.9%. Recent half-year results showed sales of US$100.05 million and net income of US$7.24 million, reflecting robust performance. The company declared an interim dividend increase to 13.5 pence per share, indicating confidence in future prospects despite modest revenue growth forecasts compared to earnings expectations.
AIM:CRW Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Apr 2025
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Evoke plc operates as a betting and gaming company in the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Romania, Denmark, and internationally with a market cap of £219.83 million.
Operations: The company’s revenue segments are comprised of £506.10 million from Retail, £693.20 million from UK&I Online, and £555.20 million from International operations.
Insider Ownership: 20.5%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 81.2% p.a.
Evoke, a UK-based company, is trading at 78.9% below its estimated fair value and is expected to become profitable within three years, surpassing average market growth. Despite recent earnings showing a net loss of £192 million for 2024, insider buying has occurred over the past three months without substantial selling. Analysts forecast an 81.19% annual profit growth rate and anticipate the stock price could rise by 99.1%, indicating strong potential despite current volatility and slower revenue growth projections.
LSE:EVOK Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Apr 2025
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Saga plc operates in the United Kingdom, offering package and cruise holidays, general insurance, and personal finance products and services with a market cap of £193.31 million.
Operations: Saga’s revenue is derived from package and cruise holidays, general insurance, and personal finance products and services in the UK.
Insider Ownership: 34.4%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 62.4% p.a.
Saga’s restructuring efforts include a simplified business model and strategic partnerships, such as the 20-year insurance deal with Ageas. Recent board changes align with these shifts, while securing new credit facilities enhances liquidity and supports growth plans. Although specific revenue growth data is lacking, Saga’s earnings are projected to grow significantly at 62.39% annually, surpassing market averages. Insider ownership remains stable without substantial trading activity in recent months, suggesting confidence in long-term strategies.
LSE:SAGA Ownership Breakdown as at Apr 2025
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Companies discussed in this article include AIM:CRW LSE:EVOK and LSE:SAGA.
