In this article, we will take a look at high P/E stocks that Insiders are buying.
Insider buying represents one of the most reliable signals that investors and analysts use to gauge the business outlook of the company. The reason is that most insiders possess confidential information on the business and industry and can thus often anticipate periods of overvaluation and undervaluation of their own stock, and act accordingly. Empirical research strongly supports this hypothesis; for instance, Lakonishok and Lee (2001) concluded that insider purchases are associated with significant positive abnormal returns, particularly in smaller firms. Likewise, a recent Swedish study found that insider trading from higher executive titles, such as the CEO title, has more predictive power, suggesting that the highest-ranked officers have the most accurate information on the valuation of the company’s stock.
It is especially important to follow insider buying signals during periods of high uncertainty and volatility, such as the current market we are in. The Trump Tariff Turmoil and recessionary threats have induced a lot of confusion among investors, who are often trapped between the choice of exiting a stock or buying more of it. In this context, we believe that looking at stocks that insiders are buying can provide the final layer of reassurance that the business outlook is satisfactory and the stock is undervalued (i.e., no need to sell; possibly buy more). We also believe that insider buying signals among expensive stocks, such as those with a high P/E ratio, are even stronger signals of high conviction from insiders – the fact that insiders buy an already expensive stock suggests a high likelihood that the stock will go even higher.
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We will now do an overview of the recent market developments to make sure that the landscape is favorable enough to consider investing. A notable recent development is that the odds of a recession, as predicted by Polymarket and the reputable Yardeni Research, have marginally declined over the past week. The odds of the US economy falling into recession are now estimated at 52% by the broad market, down from the peak of 66% at the beginning of the month, while Yardeni has recently lowered their prediction to only 35%. These developments haven’t yet been reflected in stock prices but represent an optimistic signal for the long term. They appear to have been largely driven by the US and Chinese officials, reportedly planning to meet during the weekend to negotiate a trade deal. Besides that, the President announced that the US and the UK have a trade deal – here’s what Trump said:
“The final details are being written up. In the coming weeks, we’ll have it all very conclusive.”
The main economic indicators are also optimistic – the recent jobs report shows that the US economy added 177,000 jobs in April, significantly beating expectations, and suggesting that corporations are reluctant to downsize their operations, likely in anticipation of an acceleration in the business environment once the current tariff dilemma is navigated. Industrial Production index as per Yardeni Charts stands at 103.9 in March, at the top of the historical range, suggesting that industrial activity and volumes are strong. Furthermore, aggregate weekly hours in private industries rose 0.1% on a MoM basis to a new record high of 4.7 billion during April. It is also encouraging to see the payroll employment diffusion index remain above 50.0% during April, which suggests that the US economy has added jobs on a net basis. These evolutions strongly reject the possibility of an economic recession in the US, which is a green signal for stock prices.
With that being said, we believe that stocks with insider buying throughout 2025 represent a comfortable bet for investors in the current market.
Our Methodology
To compile our list of high PE stocks insiders are buying, we used Insider Monkey’s proprietary insider trading tool to find stocks with at least two insiders buying shares during 2025. We believe that multiple insiders buying significant amounts of stock represents a higher chance that insiders have high confidence in the company. Then, we select the stocks that trade at a forward P/E ratio of 60 and above and rank them in ascending order.
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10. Enviri Corporation (NYSE:NVRI)
Forward P/E ratio: 66.09
Enviri Corporation (NYSE:NVRI) is a global provider of environmental solutions, which, through its Harsco Environmental segment, delivers on-site material processing and resource recovery services to the steel and metals industries. The company’s Clean Earth segment specializes in the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, while the Harsco Rail segment offers engineered maintenance equipment and services for railway and transit systems.
Enviri Corporation (NYSE:NVRI) delivered a solid first quarter with performance exceeding expectations for both adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow. The Clean Earth segment was a standout performer with double-digit earnings growth and record first-quarter results, while Harsco Environmental performed well despite challenging conditions in the global steel market. The company maintained its full-year guidance with projected EBITDA between $305 million to $325 million and free cash flow of $30 million to $50 million.
Notable developments include the successful renegotiation of a major contract with Deutsche Bahn in the Rail segment, which reduced future risk exposure. Clean Earth’s margins grew by over 100 basis points and exceeded 16% in the quarter, with strong execution in expanding service capabilities and business growth. While the company acknowledges significant macroeconomic uncertainty driven by global trade issues, management currently does not believe the direct tariff impact will be material, and recent US dollar weakness could provide a potential tailwind, particularly for the Environmental segment. The significant insider buying has happened at Enviri Corporation (NYSE:NVRI) throughout 2025, highlighting management’s confidence in the company’s future.
9. Orion Energy Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:OESX)
Forward P/E ratio: 67.45
Orion Energy Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:OESX) is another company with significant insider buying on our list, which specializes in energy-efficient LED lighting systems, intelligent controls, and turnkey project implementation for commercial and industrial clients. The company also delivers Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging infrastructure solutions under its Voltrek brand.
Orion Energy Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:OESX) reported Q3 2025 revenue below expectations due to project timing delays and reduced activity in the lighting distribution channel. Despite revenue challenges, the company achieved significant margin improvements, with gross margin increasing 490 basis points to 29.4%, representing the second highest quarterly rate in 7 years. The company has successfully landed 7 new LED lighting contracts with revenue potential of $100 million to $200 million over the next 5 years.
Orion Energy Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:OESX) is implementing strategic changes to improve future performance, including reorganizing operations into two commercial business units – Solutions and Partners – to enhance customer focus and market approach. Management has reduced the company’s annual breakeven point by at least 20% to between $78 million and $85 million, from approximately $105 million to $115 million over the past 2 years. Looking ahead, OESX has revised its fiscal 2025 revenue outlook to $77 million to $83 million but expects to achieve double-digit revenue growth and positive adjusted EBITDA in fiscal 2026.
8. Intelligent Protection Management Corp. (NASDAQ:IPM)
Forward P/E ratio: 87.50
Intelligent Protection Management Corp. (NASDAQ:IPM) is a provider of managed technology solutions, specializing in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and IT services for enterprise and commercial clients. In short, the company offers a suite of services that facilitate cloud hosting, data storage, security, backup, and disaster recovery for industries such as finance, legal, healthcare, and manufacturing. IPM was included in the top 3 on our list of the 10 Oversold Software Stocks to Buy According to Analysts.
Intelligent Protection Management Corp. (NASDAQ:IPM) has undergone a significant transformation by completing the acquisition of Newtek Technology Solutions (NTS) and divesting its Paltalk, Camfrog, and Vumber applications to Meteor Mobile Holdings in January 2025. This strategic shift positions the company in the cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity sectors, which are expected to have a meaningful impact on revenue and provide additional growth opportunities. The company achieved a significant legal victory with a $65.7 million jury verdict in a patent infringement lawsuit against Cisco, though the final proceeds are estimated to be no more than one-third of the gross amount.
The financial results for Q4 2024 showed mixed performance, with revenue from continuing operations increasing 9.1% to $0.3 million, primarily due to increased sales from ManyCam. However, Intelligent Protection Management Corp. (NASDAQ:IPM) reported a net loss increase of 1,840% to $5.5 million compared to $0.3 million, including a one-time impairment loss on divested assets of $3.8 million. Looking forward, the company has established strategic partnerships, including a referral arrangement with NewtekOne, which has the potential to help find new customers through its network of thousands of business clients. The company maintains a strong financial position with $10.6 million in cash and no long-term debt as of the 2024 end. Despite a tumultuous last couple of quarters, the significant insider buying going on at IPM is reassuring for the company’s future.
7. Vimeo, Inc. (NASDAQ:VMEO)
Forward P/E ratio: 93.00
Vimeo, Inc. (NASDAQ:VMEO) owns a cloud-based video platform with the same name that enables businesses and creators to produce, manage, and distribute high-quality video content. VMEO also integrated its platform tools for video creation, hosting, live streaming, and analytics. The company’s strategy is based on shifting its focus to enterprise solutions and expanding its presence in international markets.
Vimeo, Inc. (NASDAQ:VMEO) demonstrated positive momentum in Q1 2025, with self-service bookings growing 6%, marking the first growth in three years and representing a 16-point improvement from the -10% decline seen in Q2 2023. The Enterprise segment showed strong performance with revenue up 32% and bookings increasing by 13%, with quarterly revenue more than double the level from two years ago. The company successfully implemented pricing changes, with some customers seeing increases of up to 20%, while simultaneously experiencing lower churn rates due to enhanced value offerings.
Looking ahead, Vimeo, Inc. (NASDAQ:VMEO) is making calculated investments of up to $30 million to drive growth, with a focus on innovation and new features. The company has rolled out significant AI capabilities, including translation features for both Enterprise and Self-Service customers, with approximately 45% of their customer base being international. Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, VMEO remains committed to its 2025 goal of profitable growth for the full year, which is further reinforced by insider buying year-to-date. The company is also developing new revenue streams through consumable features, expected to help drive growth across its product lines.
6. Modiv Industrial, Inc. (NYSE:MDV)
Forward P/E ratio: 102.00
Modiv Industrial, Inc. (NYSE:MDV) is an internally managed real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in single-tenant, net-lease industrial manufacturing properties across the US. The REIT focuses on acquiring and managing mission-critical facilities leased long-term to tenants integral to national supply chains, with a portfolio comprising 43 properties across 16 states.
Modiv Industrial, Inc. (NYSE:MDV) reported stable first quarter results with rental income of $11.7 million, down 2% from the prior year due to property dispositions, partially offset by new industrial manufacturing property acquisitions. AFFO increased 18% to $3.9 million ($0.33 per diluted share) compared to $3.3 million ($0.29 per diluted share) in the year-ago quarter, driven by higher cash rental income, lower interest expense, and reduced property expenses. The company maintains a strong portfolio with a weighted average lease term of 14.2 years and annualized base rent of $39.4 million, with industrial properties representing 80% of ABR.
Management expresses confidence in the company through insider buying and is maintaining a disciplined approach to acquisitions in the current volatile market environment, focusing on risk management and specific criteria for manufacturing properties. Modiv Industrial, Inc. (NYSE:MDV) has reduced its headcount from 12 to 9 employees and implemented cost control measures, while maintaining a conservative leverage profile with 100% fixed-rate debt at a weighted average interest rate of 4.27%. The portfolio demonstrates stability with strong tenant relationships, particularly in the manufacturing sector, where rent represents a small percentage of tenants’ overall cost input, and management reports tenants are performing solidly despite current market challenges.
5. GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:GENK)
Forward P/E ratio: 108.47
GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:GENK) operates a chain of Korean BBQ restaurants. The company’s value proposition consists of offering an interactive dining experience where customers grill meat, seafood, and vegetables at their tables. With 43 locations in the US, the company emphasizes traditional Korean and Korean-American cuisine in a modern, vibrant setting. GENK was featured on our list of 10 Best Restaurant Stocks To Buy According to Analysts.
GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:GENK) delivered strong financial results in 2024, with total revenue reaching $208.4 million, exceeding both the guidance range and analyst expectations. The company achieved a restaurant-level adjusted EBITDA margin of 17.7% and generated $16.7 million in adjusted EBITDA, with adjusted net income of $7.4 million equating to $0.21 per diluted share. While comparable sales declined 5.6% YoY, the company has successfully implemented initiatives that have led to positive comparable restaurant sales growth of 1% in the first two months of 2025. The insider buying during 2025 confirms strong confidence from management that the company’s growth will rebound.
Looking ahead, GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:GENK) maintains a robust expansion strategy, with plans to open 10 to 13 new restaurants in 2025 and targets reaching approximately 75 total restaurants by the end of 2026. The company has announced its international expansion into South Korea with at least 2 locations planned for 2025, while also projecting total revenue between $245 million and $250 million for the upcoming year. With strong demand for Korean barbecue, growing brand strength, and a robust balance sheet, the company appears well-positioned to capitalize on its promising pipeline of new restaurants and achieve its growth targets both domestically and internationally.
4. KVH Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:KVHI)
Forward P/E ratio: 126.25
KVH Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:KVHI) provides mobile connectivity and maritime communication solutions to commercial shipping, leisure marine, and land mobile markets worldwide. The company offers satellite-based internet, voice, and content services. KVH’s business model combines hardware sales with recurring service revenue, and it has recently expanded its offerings by integrating third-party services such as Starlink into its portfolio.
KVH Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:KVHI) reported Q1 2025 revenue of $25.4 million, with a decline primarily attributed to lower VSAT airtime service revenue, including the loss of US Coast Guard revenue. However, the company demonstrated strong operational progress with a 5% increase in subscriber base and record-breaking terminal shipments exceeding 1,300 units for the fifth consecutive quarter. The company’s total subscribing vessels grew to more than 7,400, fully recovering from the decline experienced in 2023 and early 2024. Notably, airtime gross margin improved to 31.5% from 28.2% in the previous quarter, driven by reduced GEO bandwidth commitments and strong LEO revenue margins. The strong momentum is confirmed by significant insider buying going on at KVHI during 2025.
KVH Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:KVHI)’s strategic transition towards LEO-based mobile connectivity is showing positive results, with Starlink revenue increasing as a percentage of total revenue and approximately 30% of Starlink activations being hybrid configurations. The company’s financial position remains stable with a cash balance of $48.6 million, and management expects positive cash flow generation moving forward, supported by double-digit annual subscriber growth and strong LEO margins. Additionally, the company is advancing its operational efficiency through pending sales of headquarters and factory facilities, expected to close in Q2 and Q3, respectively.
3. Exact Sciences Corporation (NASDAQ:EXAS)
Forward P/E ratio: 134.48
Exact Sciences Corporation (NASDAQ:EXAS) is a molecular diagnostics company specializing in cancer screening and precision oncology solutions. Its product portfolio includes a non-invasive stool DNA test for colorectal cancer, a provider of genomic insights for breast and colon cancer treatment decisions, and a comprehensive DNA and RNA-based test for therapy selection in advanced cancers. EXAS is also advancing blood-based tests for multi-cancer early detection, aiming to enhance early diagnosis and personalized treatment strategies.
Exact Sciences Corporation (NASDAQ:EXAS) delivered strong Q1 2025 results with core revenue growing 11% and adjusted EBITDA increasing by more than 60%. The company achieved significant commercial success with Screening revenue increasing 14% to $540 million, driven by growth in rescreens, care gap programs, and new ordering providers. Customer engagement improved substantially with field force engagement up more than 30% year-over-year and nearly 190,000 providers ordering during the first quarter, representing a 10% increase year-over-year.
Exact Sciences Corporation (NASDAQ:EXAS) made notable progress with new product launches, including Cologuard Plus, which demonstrates 95% cancer sensitivity and 94% specificity, resulting in a 40% reduction in false positives. The financial outlook was strengthened with increased guidance for total revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance raised, and further reinforced by insider buying in the first months of the year. The company achieved breakeven free cash flow during the first quarter, marking a YoY improvement of $120 million, and expects strong full-year cash generation.
2. Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ:LINE)
Forward P/E ratio: 161.40
Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ:LINE) is the world’s largest temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, operating over 480 facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, with more than 84 million square feet and approximately 3.0 billion cubic feet of capacity. The company specializes in leveraging advanced cooling and data analytics technology to provide end-to-end cold chain logistics solutions, including warehousing, transportation, and supply chain management, serving a diverse customer base of over 13,000 clients worldwide. LINE ranked fourth on our recent list of 12 Best Warehouse and Self-Storage Stocks to Buy Now.
Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ:LINE) reported first quarter results reflecting normal seasonality against elevated inventory levels from early 2024, with total revenue down 3%, adjusted EBITDA down 7%, same-store warehouse net operating income (NOI) down 7.9%, but delivering 6% AFFO per share growth. Despite inventory reset challenges, the company maintained strong same-store physical occupancy at 76.5%, though experiencing lower revenue per throughput and occupied pallet due to new business wins at lower rates and customers resetting volume guarantees. The company is maintaining its 2025 guidance with an adjusted EBITDA range of $1,350 to $1,400 million and AFFO per share of $3.40 to $3.60, incorporating contributions from recently announced acquisitions of approximately $25 million in adjusted EBITDA and $0.05 of AFFO per share for the balance of the year.
Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ:LINE) announced landmark agreements with Tyson Foods, representing approximately $1 billion in total capital deployment, including the acquisition of 4 cold storage warehouses for $247 million and agreements to build two next-generation fully automated facilities. The company continues to demonstrate competitive advantages through its technology-first approach, exemplified by progress on LinOS implementation, which is showing double-digit productivity improvements in pilot facilities. Despite current macroeconomic uncertainties, particularly around tariffs, LINE maintains a strong position with the largest platform, best assets, industry leadership in technology and automation, and the most diversified geographic and customer base of over 13,000 customers. Management maintains confidence in the company’s future, as confirmed by insider buying throughout 2025.
1. CuriosityStream Inc. (NASDAQ:CURI)
Forward P/E ratio: 166.33
CuriosityStream Inc. (NASDAQ:CURI) is a media company offering a subscription-based video-on-demand service featuring documentaries and series across science, history, nature, and technology. Available in over 175 countries, its library includes more than 3,000 titles, with over 900 exclusive originals, accessible through various platforms such as smart TVs, streaming devices, and mobile applications.
CuriosityStream Inc. (NASDAQ:CURI) achieved significant milestones in Q1 2025, with revenue reaching $15.1 million, representing a 26% YoY increase and 7% sequential growth. The company reported positive net income for the first time, showing a $5.4 million improvement YoY, along with positive adjusted EBITDA of $1.1 million. While direct subscription revenue was slightly down at about $9 million, licensing revenue grew by approximately $4 million, demonstrating successful diversification of revenue streams. The company’s gross margin improved to 53% from 44% a year ago, driven by reductions in content amortization.
CuriosityStream Inc. (NASDAQ:CURI) has maintained a strong financial position with $39 million in liquidity and no debt, while focusing on five key growth pillars, including increased licensing opportunities, expense rationalization, global growth through translation, international currency expansion, and selective talent enhancement. In a significant move for shareholders, the company doubled its quarterly dividend to $0.08, reflecting management’s confidence in future performance. The company continues to expand its partnerships, having entered into several new third-party agreements both domestically and internationally, while also adding extensively to its library of video, audio, and other data content.
Overall, CuriosityStream Inc. (NASDAQ:CURI) ranks first on our list of high PE stocks insiders are buying. While we acknowledge the potential of CURI to grow, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. There is an AI stock that went up since the beginning of 2025, while popular AI stocks lost around 25%. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than CURI but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock.
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