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AU Financial Review
4 days ago
- Business
- AU Financial Review
From stopping thieves in the GFC to running a $1b company, via The Star
Scott Wharton remembers the chaos vividly. He had been working for Lehman Bros for five months in Hong Kong, reporting to the chief financial officer of the US investment bank's Asia-Pacific business. Wharton, who is the chief executive of ASX-listed car leasing and salary packaging company Smartgroup, was fulfilling a lifelong dream. He took the advice of mentors, such as Ilana Atlas, now an Origin Energy director and chair of Scentre Group, and sought overseas experience to build his corporate career after an unusual background studying genetics, biochemistry and law at university in Australia.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Smartgroup Corporation Ltd (ASX:SIQ) most popular amongst individual investors who own 47% of the shares, institutions hold 47%
The considerable ownership by individual investors in Smartgroup indicates that they collectively have a greater say in management and business strategy A total of 24 investors have a majority stake in the company with 50% ownership Insiders have bought recently AI is about to change healthcare. These 20 stocks are working on everything from early diagnostics to drug discovery. The best part - they are all under $10bn in marketcap - there is still time to get in early. If you want to know who really controls Smartgroup Corporation Ltd (ASX:SIQ), then you'll have to look at the makeup of its share registry. We can see that individual investors own the lion's share in the company with 47% ownership. That is, the group stands to benefit the most if the stock rises (or lose the most if there is a downturn). Meanwhile, institutions make up 47% of the company's shareholders. Generally speaking, as a company grows, institutions will increase their ownership. Conversely, insiders often decrease their ownership over time. In the chart below, we zoom in on the different ownership groups of Smartgroup. See our latest analysis for Smartgroup Institutions typically measure themselves against a benchmark when reporting to their own investors, so they often become more enthusiastic about a stock once it's included in a major index. We would expect most companies to have some institutions on the register, especially if they are growing. As you can see, institutional investors have a fair amount of stake in Smartgroup. This suggests some credibility amongst professional investors. But we can't rely on that fact alone since institutions make bad investments sometimes, just like everyone does. When multiple institutions own a stock, there's always a risk that they are in a 'crowded trade'. When such a trade goes wrong, multiple parties may compete to sell stock fast. This risk is higher in a company without a history of growth. You can see Smartgroup's historic earnings and revenue below, but keep in mind there's always more to the story. Hedge funds don't have many shares in Smartgroup. Looking at our data, we can see that the largest shareholder is State Street Global Advisors, Inc. with 5.6% of shares outstanding. The second and third largest shareholders are Challenger Limited and Australian Retirement Trust Pty Ltd, with an equal amount of shares to their name at 5.2%. Additionally, the company's CEO Scott Wharton directly holds 1.9% of the total shares outstanding. A closer look at our ownership figures suggests that the top 24 shareholders have a combined ownership of 50% implying that no single shareholder has a majority. Researching institutional ownership is a good way to gauge and filter a stock's expected performance. The same can be achieved by studying analyst sentiments. There are a reasonable number of analysts covering the stock, so it might be useful to find out their aggregate view on the future. The definition of an insider can differ slightly between different countries, but members of the board of directors always count. Company management run the business, but the CEO will answer to the board, even if he or she is a member of it. Insider ownership is positive when it signals leadership are thinking like the true owners of the company. However, high insider ownership can also give immense power to a small group within the company. This can be negative in some circumstances. Our most recent data indicates that insiders own some shares in Smartgroup Corporation Ltd. As individuals, the insiders collectively own AU$49m worth of the AU$953m company. It is good to see some investment by insiders, but it might be worth checking if those insiders have been buying. With a 47% ownership, the general public, mostly comprising of individual investors, have some degree of sway over Smartgroup. This size of ownership, while considerable, may not be enough to change company policy if the decision is not in sync with other large shareholders. I find it very interesting to look at who exactly owns a company. But to truly gain insight, we need to consider other information, too. Consider for instance, the ever-present spectre of investment risk. We've identified 1 warning sign with Smartgroup , and understanding them should be part of your investment process. If you would prefer discover what analysts are predicting in terms of future growth, do not miss this free report on analyst forecasts. NB: Figures in this article are calculated using data from the last twelve months, which refer to the 12-month period ending on the last date of the month the financial statement is dated. This may not be consistent with full year annual report figures. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) 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.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Newest Mouser Series Explores the Intersection of Sustainable Technology and Engineering Innovation
SHANGHAI, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, today released Reduce, Reuse, Reimagine Tech, its newest installment of the Empowering Innovation Together (EIT) technology series. This new series delves into clean technologies that work to improve our environment while providing innovative engineering solutions for the future. Sustainability in engineering has become fundamental to the renewable energy revolution, with opportunities across agriculture, transportation, and waste management systems. By leveraging IoT, solar power, and data-driven systems, global industries can transform how they generate and consume power. Engineers can implement digital inclusion and green computing to reimagine electronic designs with longevity, repairability, and efficiency at their core. Embedding sustainable principles into the design process creates new and innovative possibilities. In the Tech Between Us podcast, host Raymond Yin, Mouser Director of Technical Content, sits down with Scott Wharton, CEO of Tandem PV, to dive into global energy and solar market trends, with a focus on the innovative materials in solar capture. The In Between The Tech podcast features Holly Stower, Group Lead at the Cleantech Group, as she discusses the blue economy, the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, and AI's impact on clean technology. "Clean technology is about reimagining entire systems. Precision farming and green computing highlight the progress of the strategic efforts to reduce waste, optimize resources, and create technologies that serve both human and environmental needs," said Yin. " Sustainable engineering lies in our ability to transform challenges into integrated, scalable solutions that bridge technological advancement with global sustainability." In addition to the podcast, the EIT series includes in-depth video, technical articles, and topic-related infographics, as well as subscriber-exclusive content, exploring modern technologies that advance sustainable developments. By examining ways to reduce and reuse our resources, the series provides engineering professionals with leading-edge solutions to create a more sustainable future. Established in 2015, Mouser's Empowering Innovation Together program is one of the electronic component industry's most recognized educational programs. To learn more, visit and follow Mouser on Facebook, LinkedIn, X and YouTube. For more Mouser news and our latest new product introductions, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Mouser Electronics
Business Upturn
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Newest Mouser Series Explores the Intersection of Sustainable Technology and Engineering Innovation
Dallas, Fort Worth, Texas, United States: Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, today released Reduce, Reuse, Reimagine Tech, its newest installment of the Empowering Innovation Together(EIT) technology series. This new series delves into clean technologies that work to improve our environment while providing innovative engineering solutions for the future. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Mouser's Empowering Innovation Together technology series delves into clean technologies that work to improve our environment while providing innovative engineering solutions for the future. Sustainability in engineering has become fundamental to the renewable energy revolution, with opportunities across agriculture, transportation, and waste management systems. By leveraging IoT, solar power, and data-driven systems, global industries can transform how they generate and consume power. Engineers can implement digital inclusion and green computing to reimagine electronic designs with longevity, repairability, and efficiency at their core. Embedding sustainable principles into the design process creates new and innovative possibilities. In the Tech Between Us podcast, host Raymond Yin, Mouser Director of Technical Content, sits down with Scott Wharton, CEO of Tandem PV, to dive into global energy and solar market trends, with a focus on the innovative materials in solar capture. The In Between The Tech podcast features Holly Stower, Group Lead at the Cleantech Group, as she discusses the blue economy, the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, and AI's impact on clean technology. 'Clean technology is about reimagining entire systems. Precision farming and green computing highlight the progress of the strategic efforts to reduce waste, optimize resources, and create technologies that serve both human and environmental needs,' said Yin. 'Sustainable engineering lies in our ability to transform challenges into integrated, scalable solutions that bridge technological advancement with global sustainability.' In addition to the podcast, the EIT series includes in-depth video, technical articles, and topic-related infographics, as well as subscriber-exclusive content, exploring modern technologies that advance sustainable developments. By examining ways to reduce and reuse our resources, the series provides engineering professionals with leading-edge solutions to create a more sustainable future. Established in 2015, Mouser's Empowering Innovation Together program is one of the electronic component industry's most recognized educational programs. To learn more, visit and follow Mouser on Facebook, LinkedIn, X and YouTube. For more Mouser news and our latest new product introductions, visit As a global authorized distributor, Mouser offers the widest selection of the newest semiconductors, electronic components and industrial automation products. Mouser's customers can expect 100% certified, genuine products that are fully traceable from each of its manufacturer partners. To help speed customers' designs, Mouser's website hosts an extensive library of technical resources, including a Technical Resource Center, along with product data sheets, supplier-specific reference designs, application notes, technical design information, engineering tools and other helpful information. Engineers can stay abreast of today's exciting product, technology and application news through Mouser's complimentary e-newsletter. Mouser's email news and reference subscriptions are customizable to the unique and changing project needs of customers and subscribers. No other distributor gives engineers this much customization and control over the information they receive. Learn about emerging technologies, product trends and more by signing up today at About Mouser Electronics Mouser Electronics is an authorized semiconductor and electronic component distributor focused on New Product Introductions from its leading manufacturer partners. Serving the global electronic design engineer and buyer community, the global distributor's website, is available in multiple languages and currencies and features more than 6.8 million products from over 1,200 manufacturer brands. Mouser offers 28 support locations worldwide to provide best-in-class customer service in local language, currency and time zone. The distributor ships to over 650,000 customers in 223 countries/territories from its 1 million-square-foot, state-of-the-art distribution facilities in the Dallas, Texas, metro area. For more information, visit Trademarks Mouser and Mouser Electronics are registered trademarks of Mouser Electronics, Inc. All other products, logos, and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. View source version on Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
National Post
20-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
Newest Mouser Series Explores the Intersection of Sustainable Technology and Engineering Innovation
Article content Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos. Article content Article content DALLAS & FORT WORTH, Texas — Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, today released Reduce, Reuse, Reimagine Tech, its newest installment of the Empowering Innovation Together (EIT) technology series. This new series delves into clean technologies that work to improve our environment while providing innovative engineering solutions for the future. Article content Embedding sustainable principles into the design process creates new and innovative possibilities. Article content Sustainability in engineering has become fundamental to the renewable energy revolution, with opportunities across agriculture, transportation, and waste management systems. By leveraging IoT, solar power, and data-driven systems, global industries can transform how they generate and consume power. Engineers can implement digital inclusion and green computing to reimagine electronic designs with longevity, repairability, and efficiency at their core. Embedding sustainable principles into the design process creates new and innovative possibilities. Article content In the Tech Between Us podcast, host Raymond Yin, Mouser Director of Technical Content, sits down with Scott Wharton, CEO of Tandem PV, to dive into global energy and solar market trends, with a focus on the innovative materials in solar capture. The In Between The Tech podcast features Holly Stower, Group Lead at the Cleantech Group, as she discusses the blue economy, the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, and AI's impact on clean technology. Article content 'Clean technology is about reimagining entire systems. Precision farming and green computing highlight the progress of the strategic efforts to reduce waste, optimize resources, and create technologies that serve both human and environmental needs,' said Yin. 'Sustainable engineering lies in our ability to transform challenges into integrated, scalable solutions that bridge technological advancement with global sustainability.' Article content In addition to the podcast, the EIT series includes in-depth video, technical articles, and topic-related infographics, as well as subscriber-exclusive content, exploring modern technologies that advance sustainable developments. By examining ways to reduce and reuse our resources, the series provides engineering professionals with leading-edge solutions to create a more sustainable future. Article content Established in 2015, Mouser's Empowering Innovation Together program is one of the electronic component industry's most recognized educational programs. To learn more, visit and follow Mouser on Facebook, LinkedIn, X and YouTube. Article content As a global authorized distributor, Mouser offers the widest selection of the newest semiconductors, electronic components and industrial automation products. Mouser's customers can expect 100% certified, genuine products that are fully traceable from each of its manufacturer partners. To help speed customers' designs, Mouser's website hosts an extensive library of technical resources, including a Technical Resource Center, along with product data sheets, supplier-specific reference designs, application notes, technical design information, engineering tools and other helpful information. Article content Engineers can stay abreast of today's exciting product, technology and application news through Mouser's complimentary e-newsletter. Mouser's email news and reference subscriptions are customizable to the unique and changing project needs of customers and subscribers. No other distributor gives engineers this much customization and control over the information they receive. Learn about emerging technologies, product trends and more by signing up today at Article content Mouser Electronics is an authorized semiconductor and electronic component distributor focused on New Product Introductions from its leading manufacturer partners. Serving the global electronic design engineer and buyer community, the global distributor's website, is available in multiple languages and currencies and features more than 6.8 million products from over 1,200 manufacturer brands. Mouser offers 28 support locations worldwide to provide best-in-class customer service in local language, currency and time zone. The distributor ships to over 650,000 customers in 223 countries/territories from its 1 million-square-foot, state-of-the-art distribution facilities in the Dallas, Texas, metro area. For more information, visit Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content For further information, contact: Kevin Hess, Mouser Electronics Senior Vice President of Marketing +1 (817) 804-3833 Article content Article content
