SIX Swiss Exchange Showcases Three Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership

Amidst a fluctuating day on the SIX Swiss Exchange, where the SMI index experienced both gains and minor setbacks, the overall sentiment in Switzerland's market reflects cautious optimism. In such a market environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly compelling as they often signal strong confidence from those who know the company best.

Top 10 Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership In Switzerland

Name	Insider Ownership	Earnings Growth
Stadler Rail (SWX:SRAIL)	14.5%	23.1%
Straumann Holding (SWX:STMN)	32.7%	20.8%
VAT Group (SWX:VACN)	10.2%	21.3%
Temenos (SWX:TEMN)	17.4%	14.7%
Swissquote Group Holding (SWX:SQN)	11.4%	14.0%
Sonova Holding (SWX:SOON)	17.7%	9.9%
Partners Group Holding (SWX:PGHN)	17.1%	13.8%
SHL Telemedicine (SWX:SHLTN)	17.9%	96.2%
Sensirion Holding (SWX:SENS)	20.7%	79.9%
Arbonia (SWX:ARBN)	28.8%	100.1%

Click here to see the full list of 15 stocks from our Fast Growing SIX Swiss Exchange Companies With High Insider Ownership screener.

Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.

Partners Group Holding

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Partners Group Holding AG is a global private equity firm involved in direct, secondary, and primary investments across various sectors including equity, real estate, infrastructure, and debt, with a market capitalization of CHF 31.32 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue from several key segments: CHF 1.17 billion from private equity, CHF 379.20 million from infrastructure, CHF 211.30 million from private credit, and CHF 186.90 million from real estate.

Insider Ownership: 17.1%

Return On Equity Forecast: 51% (2026 estimate)

Partners Group Holding AG, a Swiss private equity firm, demonstrates robust growth potential with a very high forecasted return on equity of 51% in three years. Despite this, its revenue growth at 14.1% per year is below the high-growth benchmark of 20%, though it still surpasses the broader Swiss market's average. Recent strategic maneuvers include exploring the sale of Formosa Solar potentially valued up to US$400 million and securing CHF 300 million from a fixed-income offering. However, challenges such as high debt levels and an unsustainable dividend payout could temper investor enthusiasm.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Partners Group Holding's performance by reading our analyst estimates report here.

• Our valuation report here indicates Partners Group Holding may be overvalued.

SWX:PGHN Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

Swissquote Group Holding

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Swissquote Group Holding Ltd operates globally, offering a range of online financial services to various types of investors including retail, affluent, and professional institutional clients, with a market capitalization of approximately CHF 4.49 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily through Leveraged Forex and Securities Trading, with earnings of CHF 101.09 million and CHF 429.78 million respectively.

Insider Ownership: 11.4%

Return On Equity Forecast: 23% (2026 estimate)

Swissquote Group Holding, while not the pinnacle of growth companies with high insider ownership in Switzerland, presents a compelling case with its earnings forecasted to grow at 14% annually, outpacing the Swiss market's 8.3%. Its revenue growth rate stands at 10.3% per year, also above the market average of 4.5%. Additionally, Swissquote is predicted to achieve a strong return on equity of 23.1% in three years and is currently trading at a value deemed 17% below its fair estimate.

• Dive into the specifics of Swissquote Group Holding here with our thorough growth forecast report.

• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Swissquote Group Holding's current price could be inflated.

SWX:SQN Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

Straumann Holding

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Straumann Holding AG specializes in tooth replacement and orthodontic solutions globally, with a market capitalization of approximately CHF 18.77 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is derived from various regional sales, including CHF 1.17 billion from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), CHF 793.05 million from North America (NAM), CHF 451.27 million from Asia Pacific (APAC), and CHF 265.82 million from Latin America (LATAM).

Insider Ownership: 32.7%

Return On Equity Forecast: 24% (2026 estimate)

Straumann Holding, despite a dip in profit margins year-over-year and a highly volatile share price recently, is positioned for robust growth. The company's earnings are expected to increase significantly at an annual rate of 20.8%, outpacing the Swiss market's 8.3%. Additionally, Straumann's revenue growth forecast at 9.8% annually exceeds the Swiss market average of 4.5%. Recent presentations across major European financial conferences underscore its proactive engagement with the investor community, aligning with its growth trajectory.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Straumann Holding with our comprehensive analyst estimates report here.

• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Straumann Holding's share price might be on the expensive side.

SWX:STMN Ownership Breakdown as at Jul 2024

Key Takeaways

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Companies discussed in this article include SWX:PGHN SWX:SQN and

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