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Owning 66% in UWC Berhad (KLSE:UWC) means that insiders are heavily invested in the company's future
Owning 66% in UWC Berhad (KLSE:UWC) means that insiders are heavily invested in the company's future

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Owning 66% in UWC Berhad (KLSE:UWC) means that insiders are heavily invested in the company's future

Key Insights Significant insider control over UWC Berhad implies vested interests in company growth 64% of the business is held by the top 2 shareholders Institutions own 23% of UWC Berhad This technology could replace computers: discover the 20 stocks are working to make quantum computing a reality. If you want to know who really controls UWC Berhad (KLSE:UWC), then you'll have to look at the makeup of its share registry. The group holding the most number of shares in the company, around 66% to be precise, is individual insiders. Put another way, the group faces the maximum upside potential (or downside risk). So, insiders of UWC Berhad have a lot at stake and every decision they make on the company's future is important to them from a financial point of view. In the chart below, we zoom in on the different ownership groups of UWC Berhad. View our latest analysis for UWC Berhad What Does The Institutional Ownership Tell Us About UWC Berhad? 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. We can see that UWC Berhad does have institutional investors; and they hold a good portion of the company's stock. This can indicate that the company has a certain degree of credibility in the investment community. However, it is best to be wary of relying on the supposed validation that comes with institutional investors. They too, get it wrong sometimes. It is not uncommon to see a big share price drop if two large institutional investors try to sell out of a stock at the same time. So it is worth checking the past earnings trajectory of UWC Berhad, (below). Of course, keep in mind that there are other factors to consider, too. UWC Berhad is not owned by hedge funds. The company's CEO Chai Ng is the largest shareholder with 32% of shares outstanding. For context, the second largest shareholder holds about 32% of the shares outstanding, followed by an ownership of 8.3% by the third-largest shareholder. Interestingly, the second-largest shareholder, Chee Lau is also Chief Operating Officer, again, pointing towards strong insider ownership amongst the company's top shareholders. A more detailed study of the shareholder registry showed us that 2 of the top shareholders have a considerable amount of ownership in the company, via their 64% stake. 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 plenty of analysts covering the stock, so it might be worth seeing what they are forecasting, too. Insider Ownership Of UWC Berhad While the precise definition of an insider can be subjective, almost everyone considers board members to be insiders. Management ultimately answers to the board. However, it is not uncommon for managers to be executive board members, especially if they are a founder or the CEO. Most consider insider ownership a positive because it can indicate the board is well aligned with other shareholders. However, on some occasions too much power is concentrated within this group. Our information suggests that insiders own more than half of UWC Berhad. This gives them effective control of the company. Given it has a market cap of RM2.4b, that means they have RM1.6b worth of shares. Most would be pleased to see the board is investing alongside them. You may wish todiscover (for free) if they have been buying or selling. General Public Ownership With a 11% ownership, the general public, mostly comprising of individual investors, have some degree of sway over UWC Berhad. While this size of ownership may not be enough to sway a policy decision in their favour, they can still make a collective impact on company policies. Next Steps: It's always worth thinking about the different groups who own shares in a company. But to understand UWC Berhad better, we need to consider many other factors. Take risks for example - UWC Berhad has 2 warning signs (and 1 which is a bit concerning) we think you should know about. If you are like me, you may want to think about whether this company will grow or shrink. Luckily, you can check this free report showing analyst forecasts for its future. 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. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data

Catapult Group International Ltd's (ASX:CAT) market cap touched AU$1.7b last week, benefiting both individual investors who own 54% as well as institutions
Catapult Group International Ltd's (ASX:CAT) market cap touched AU$1.7b last week, benefiting both individual investors who own 54% as well as institutions

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Catapult Group International Ltd's (ASX:CAT) market cap touched AU$1.7b last week, benefiting both individual investors who own 54% as well as institutions

Key Insights The considerable ownership by individual investors in Catapult Group International indicates that they collectively have a greater say in management and business strategy 46% of the business is held by the top 25 shareholders Insiders have sold recently This technology could replace computers: discover the 20 stocks are working to make quantum computing a reality. To get a sense of who is truly in control of Catapult Group International Ltd (ASX:CAT), it is important to understand the ownership structure of the business. With 54% stake, individual investors possess the maximum shares in the company. Put another way, the group faces the maximum upside potential (or downside risk). Individual investors gained the most after market cap touched AU$1.7b last week, while institutions who own 28% also benefitted. Let's take a closer look to see what the different types of shareholders can tell us about Catapult Group International. See our latest analysis for Catapult Group International What Does The Institutional Ownership Tell Us About Catapult Group International? 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. We can see that Catapult Group International does have institutional investors; and they hold a good portion of the company's stock. 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 Catapult Group International's historic earnings and revenue below, but keep in mind there's always more to the story. Catapult Group International is not owned by hedge funds. Our data suggests that Igor van de Griendt, who is also the company's Top Key Executive, holds the most number of shares at 6.5%. When an insider holds a sizeable amount of a company's stock, investors consider it as a positive sign because it suggests that insiders are willing to have their wealth tied up in the future of the company. Meanwhile, the second and third largest shareholders, hold 5.8% and 5.2%, of the shares outstanding, respectively. Interestingly, the third-largest shareholder, Shaun Holthouse is also a Member of the Board of Directors, again, indicating strong insider ownership amongst the company's top shareholders. In addition, we found that Will Lopes, the CEO has 0.6% of the shares allocated to their name. A deeper look at our ownership data shows that the top 25 shareholders collectively hold less than half of the register, suggesting a large group of small holders where no single shareholder has a majority. While it makes sense to study institutional ownership data for a company, it also makes sense to study analyst sentiments to know which way the wind is blowing. There are a reasonable number of analysts covering the stock, so it might be useful to find out their aggregate view on the future. Insider Ownership Of Catapult Group International While the precise definition of an insider can be subjective, almost everyone considers board members to be insiders. Company management run the business, but the CEO will answer to the board, even if he or she is a member of it. I generally consider insider ownership to be a good thing. However, on some occasions it makes it more difficult for other shareholders to hold the board accountable for decisions. Our information suggests that insiders maintain a significant holding in Catapult Group International Ltd. It has a market capitalization of just AU$1.7b, and insiders have AU$259m worth of shares in their own names. That's quite significant. Most would say this shows a good degree of alignment with shareholders, especially in a company of this size. You can click here to see if those insiders have been buying or selling. General Public Ownership The general public, who are usually individual investors, hold a substantial 54% stake in Catapult Group International, suggesting it is a fairly popular stock. This level of ownership gives investors from the wider public some power to sway key policy decisions such as board composition, executive compensation, and the dividend payout ratio. Next Steps: It's always worth thinking about the different groups who own shares in a company. But to understand Catapult Group International better, we need to consider many other factors. For instance, we've identified 1 warning sign for Catapult Group International that you should be aware of. If you are like me, you may want to think about whether this company will grow or shrink. Luckily, you can check this free report showing analyst forecasts for its future. 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.

Retail investors account for 53% of Diversified United Investment Limited's (ASX:DUI) ownership, while institutions account for 39%
Retail investors account for 53% of Diversified United Investment Limited's (ASX:DUI) ownership, while institutions account for 39%

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Retail investors account for 53% of Diversified United Investment Limited's (ASX:DUI) ownership, while institutions account for 39%

Key Insights Significant control over Diversified United Investment by retail investors implies that the general public has more power to influence management and governance-related decisions 47% of the business is held by the top 20 shareholders 39% of Diversified United Investment is held by Institutions This technology could replace computers: discover the 20 stocks are working to make quantum computing a reality. A look at the shareholders of Diversified United Investment Limited (ASX:DUI) can tell us which group is most powerful. The group holding the most number of shares in the company, around 53% to be precise, is retail investors. 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 39% of the company's shareholders. Large companies usually have institutions as shareholders, and we usually see insiders owning shares in smaller companies. Let's take a closer look to see what the different types of shareholders can tell us about Diversified United Investment. Check out our latest analysis for Diversified United Investment What Does The Institutional Ownership Tell Us About Diversified United Investment? 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. We can see that Diversified United Investment does have institutional investors; and they hold a good portion of the company's stock. 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. It is not uncommon to see a big share price drop if two large institutional investors try to sell out of a stock at the same time. So it is worth checking the past earnings trajectory of Diversified United Investment, (below). Of course, keep in mind that there are other factors to consider, too. Diversified United Investment is not owned by hedge funds. Ian Potter Foundation, Endowment Arm is currently the largest shareholder, with 23% of shares outstanding. With 7.6% and 5.6% of the shares outstanding respectively, Mutual Trust Pty Ltd, Asset Management Arm and Australian Foundation Investment Company Limited are the second and third largest shareholders. A deeper look at our ownership data shows that the top 20 shareholders collectively hold less than half of the register, suggesting a large group of small holders where 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. We're not picking up on any analyst coverage of the stock at the moment, so the company is unlikely to be widely held. Insider Ownership Of Diversified United Investment While the precise definition of an insider can be subjective, almost everyone considers board members to be insiders. Company management run the business, but the CEO will answer to the board, even if he or she is a member of it. I generally consider insider ownership to be a good thing. However, on some occasions it makes it more difficult for other shareholders to hold the board accountable for decisions. Our most recent data indicates that insiders own some shares in Diversified United Investment Limited. It has a market capitalization of just AU$1.2b, and insiders have AU$58m worth of shares, in their own names. This shows at least some alignment. You can click here to see if those insiders have been buying or selling. General Public Ownership The general public -- including retail investors -- own 53% of Diversified United Investment. This size of ownership gives investors from the general public some collective power. They can and probably do influence decisions on executive compensation, dividend policies and proposed business acquisitions. Next Steps: It's always worth thinking about the different groups who own shares in a company. But to understand Diversified United Investment better, we need to consider many other factors. Take risks for example - Diversified United Investment has 1 warning sign we think you should be aware of. Of course this may not be the best stock to buy. Therefore, you may wish to see our free collection of interesting prospects boasting favorable financials. 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. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

With 51% ownership of the shares, ThredUp Inc. (NASDAQ:TDUP) is heavily dominated by institutional owners
With 51% ownership of the shares, ThredUp Inc. (NASDAQ:TDUP) is heavily dominated by institutional owners

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With 51% ownership of the shares, ThredUp Inc. (NASDAQ:TDUP) is heavily dominated by institutional owners

Key Insights Given the large stake in the stock by institutions, ThredUp's stock price might be vulnerable to their trading decisions The top 12 shareholders own 52% of the company Insiders have been selling lately This technology could replace computers: discover the 20 stocks are working to make quantum computing a reality. To get a sense of who is truly in control of ThredUp Inc. (NASDAQ:TDUP), it is important to understand the ownership structure of the business. With 51% stake, institutions possess the maximum shares in the company. Put another way, the group faces the maximum upside potential (or downside risk). Given the vast amount of money and research capacities at their disposal, institutional ownership tends to carry a lot of weight, especially with individual investors. Therefore, a good portion of institutional money invested in the company is usually a huge vote of confidence on its future. Let's delve deeper into each type of owner of ThredUp, beginning with the chart below. Check out our latest analysis for ThredUp What Does The Institutional Ownership Tell Us About ThredUp? Many institutions measure their performance against an index that approximates the local market. So they usually pay more attention to companies that are included in major indices. As you can see, institutional investors have a fair amount of stake in ThredUp. This implies the analysts working for those institutions have looked at the stock and they like it. But just like anyone else, they could be wrong. If multiple institutions change their view on a stock at the same time, you could see the share price drop fast. It's therefore worth looking at ThredUp's earnings history below. Of course, the future is what really matters. Since institutional investors own more than half the issued stock, the board will likely have to pay attention to their preferences. ThredUp is not owned by hedge funds. Looking at our data, we can see that the largest shareholder is Capital Research and Management Company with 7.4% of shares outstanding. For context, the second largest shareholder holds about 6.4% of the shares outstanding, followed by an ownership of 6.1% by the third-largest shareholder. Additionally, the company's CEO James Reinhart directly holds 4.1% of the total shares outstanding. Looking at the shareholder registry, we can see that 52% of the ownership is controlled by the top 12 shareholders, meaning that no single shareholder has a majority interest in the ownership. While studying institutional ownership for a company can add value to your research, it is also a good practice to research analyst recommendations to get a deeper understand of a stock's expected performance. Quite a few analysts cover the stock, so you could look into forecast growth quite easily. Insider Ownership Of ThredUp The definition of an insider can differ slightly between different countries, but members of the board of directors always count. Management ultimately answers to the board. However, it is not uncommon for managers to be executive board members, especially if they are a founder or the CEO. Most consider insider ownership a positive because it can indicate the board is well aligned with other shareholders. However, on some occasions too much power is concentrated within this group. Our information suggests that insiders maintain a significant holding in ThredUp Inc.. Insiders have a US$87m stake in this US$845m business. It is great to see insiders so invested in the business. It might be worth checking if those insiders have been buying recently. General Public Ownership The general public-- including retail investors -- own 27% stake in the company, and hence can't easily be ignored. While this group can't necessarily call the shots, it can certainly have a real influence on how the company is run. Private Equity Ownership With an ownership of 13%, private equity firms are in a position to play a role in shaping corporate strategy with a focus on value creation. Some investors might be encouraged by this, since private equity are sometimes able to encourage strategies that help the market see the value in the company. Alternatively, those holders might be exiting the investment after taking it public. Next Steps: While it is well worth considering the different groups that own a company, there are other factors that are even more important. To that end, you should be aware of the 3 warning signs we've spotted with ThredUp . But ultimately it is the future, not the past, that will determine how well the owners of this business will do. Therefore we think it advisable to take a look at this free report showing whether analysts are predicting a brighter future. 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. 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With 64% institutional ownership, DCC plc (LON:DCC) is a favorite amongst the big guns
With 64% institutional ownership, DCC plc (LON:DCC) is a favorite amongst the big guns

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With 64% institutional ownership, DCC plc (LON:DCC) is a favorite amongst the big guns

Key Insights Given the large stake in the stock by institutions, DCC's stock price might be vulnerable to their trading decisions 50% of the business is held by the top 18 shareholders Analyst forecasts along with ownership data serve to give a strong idea about prospects for a business Trump has pledged to "unleash" American oil and gas and these 15 US stocks have developments that are poised to benefit. A look at the shareholders of DCC plc (LON:DCC) can tell us which group is most powerful. With 64% stake, institutions possess the maximum shares in the company. That is, the group stands to benefit the most if the stock rises (or lose the most if there is a downturn). Given the vast amount of money and research capacities at their disposal, institutional ownership tends to carry a lot of weight, especially with individual investors. Hence, having a considerable amount of institutional money invested in a company is often regarded as a desirable trait. In the chart below, we zoom in on the different ownership groups of DCC. Check out our latest analysis for DCC What Does The Institutional Ownership Tell Us About DCC? Many institutions measure their performance against an index that approximates the local market. So they usually pay more attention to companies that are included in major indices. As you can see, institutional investors have a fair amount of stake in DCC. This can indicate that the company has a certain degree of credibility in the investment community. However, it is best to be wary of relying on the supposed validation that comes with institutional investors. They too, get it wrong sometimes. 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 DCC's historic earnings and revenue below, but keep in mind there's always more to the story. Investors should note that institutions actually own more than half the company, so they can collectively wield significant power. We note that hedge funds don't have a meaningful investment in DCC. BlackRock, Inc. is currently the company's largest shareholder with 9.9% of shares outstanding. With 5.4% and 5.3% of the shares outstanding respectively, The Vanguard Group, Inc. and Fidelity International Ltd are the second and third largest shareholders. After doing some more digging, we found that the top 18 have the combined ownership of 50% in the company, suggesting that no single shareholder has significant control over the company. While studying institutional ownership for a company can add value to your research, it is also a good practice to research analyst recommendations to get a deeper understand of a stock's expected performance. There are a reasonable number of analysts covering the stock, so it might be useful to find out their aggregate view on the future. Insider Ownership Of DCC While the precise definition of an insider can be subjective, almost everyone considers board members to be insiders. 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 data suggests that insiders own under 1% of DCC plc in their own names. It is a pretty big company, so it would be possible for board members to own a meaningful interest in the company, without owning much of a proportional interest. In this case, they own around UK£11m worth of shares (at current prices). It is always good to see at least some insider ownership, but it might be worth checking if those insiders have been selling. General Public Ownership The general public-- including retail investors -- own 36% stake in the company, and hence can't easily be ignored. 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. Next Steps: It's always worth thinking about the different groups who own shares in a company. But to understand DCC better, we need to consider many other factors. Consider for instance, the ever-present spectre of investment risk. We've identified 2 warning signs with DCC , and understanding them should be part of your investment process. If you are like me, you may want to think about whether this company will grow or shrink. Luckily, you can check this free report showing analyst forecasts for its future. 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. 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