These ASX growth shares are highly rated by analysts for a reason

Here are three growth shares that could be destined for big things.

| More on:

You’re reading a free article with opinions that may differ from The Motley Fool’s Premium Investing Services. Become a Motley Fool member today to get instant access to our top analyst recommendations, in-depth research, investing resources, and more. Learn More

Investors looking for ASX growth shares to buy might want to look at the three listed below.

That's because all three have recently been named as buys and are forecast to grow strongly in the coming years.

Here's what you need to know:

Concept image of a businessman riding a bull on an upwards arrow.

Image source: Getty Images

Altium Limited (ASX: ALU)

The first ASX growth share that has been named as a buy is Altium. It is the leading printed circuit board (PCB) design software provider behind the Altium Designer and Altium 365 platforms, to name just two.

Thanks to Altium's dominant position in the market, management is aiming to more than double its revenue to US$500 million by 2026. And with the company expecting its margins to expand at the same time, this could underpin explosive earnings growth.

Morgan Stanley is positive on the company and has a buy rating and $43.50 price target on its shares.

Readytech Holdings Ltd (ASX: RDY)

Another ASX growth share that has been named as a buy Readytech. It is growing provider of mission-critical software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions to the education, employment services, workforce management, government and justice sectors.

Goldman Sachs is bullish on the company. This is due to its attractive valuation and exposure to government software. The broker notes that the latter "has been a pocket of strength and resilience" and expects it to help "deliver mid-teens organic growth at an expanding profit margin through the cycle."

Its analysts currently have a buy rating and $4.40 price target on its shares.

Xero Limited (ASX: XRO)

Over at Citi, its analysts believe this cloud accounting platform provider could be an ASX growth share to buy.

The broker was pleased with the company's recent decision to reduce its workforce to cut costs. It has boosted its earnings estimates to reflect this and is now forecasting explosive earnings growth in the coming years. Citi expects "Xero to deliver 3-year EBITDA CAGR >35% which reflects revenue growth of ~19%."

The broker has a buy rating and $105.70 price target on Xero's shares.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Altium and Xero. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Altium, ReadyTech, and Xero. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Xero. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended ReadyTech. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

More on Growth Shares

A female soldier flies a drone using hand-held controls.
Growth Shares

ASX defence shares have been the trade of the decade. Is it too late to join the party?

Order books are growing. Share prices aren't.

Read more »

Group of people cheer around tablets in office
Growth Shares

3 growing ASX 300 shares I'd buy with $5,000

All three businesses have something to prove, but strong execution could make them considerably larger over time.

Read more »

Excited couple celebrating success while looking at smartphone.
Growth Shares

5 ASX shares I'd buy with $5,000 in August

I think these ASX 200 shares are now trading below fair value.

Read more »

A boy stands in front of two similar but slightly different doors, scratching his head as to which one to choose.
Growth Shares

Looking for both growth and income? This ASX share is the perfect choice

You don't always have to choose between growth and income.

Read more »

Three business people stand on platforms in the desert and look out through telescopes.
Growth Shares

2 top ASX shares to buy and hold for the next decade

These ASX shares have a lot to offer long-term investors.

Read more »

Woman using a pen on a digital stock market chart in an office.
Growth Shares

My top ASX 200 stock picks for August

I think the next decade could give these market leaders plenty of time to deepen their advantages.

Read more »

Hands reaching high for a trophy with a sunset in the background.
Growth Shares

A rare buying opportunity in 1 of Australia's top shares?

This incredible business could be an excellent investment to own.

Read more »

A woman wearing dark clothing and sporting a few tattoos and piercings holds a phone and a takeaway coffee cup as she strolls under the Sydney Harbour Bridge which looms in the background.
Growth Shares

3 top Australian shares I'd buy for my portfolio

Each of these businesses sits at the centre of a market that could become much larger over the coming years.

Read more »