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The Magnificent Seven Stocks: A Stellar 2024 and an Uncertain 2025
As we bid farewell to a remarkable year in the financial markets, one group of stocks has undoubtedly stolen the spotlight. The Magnificent Seven, comprising the world’s largest publicly-traded companies, have collectively left investors in awe with their outstanding performance. While this exclusive club is typically associated with innovation and growth, the prospect of 2025 poses an intriguing challenge.
In 2024, the seven behemoths demonstrated unprecedented resilience, defying expectations as they continued to soar past broader market indices. A closer look at the statistics reveals a striking disparity in their year-end performances:
* S&P 500: +26%
* Apple (AAPL): +38%
* Microsoft (MSFT): +18%
* Amazon (AMZN): +52%
* Alphabet (GOOGL): +42%
* Meta Platforms (META): +43%
* Tesla (TSLA): +87%
* Nvidia (NVDA): +189%
As we embark on the new year, a crucial question arises: can these titans of industry continue their winning streak? Not everyone is optimistic about their prospects. The Motley Fool has cautioned that some Magnificent Seven stocks might struggle in 2025 due to inflated stock prices relative to their intrinsic value and profit forecasts.
Zacks analysts have taken a different approach, focusing on the fundamental aspects of each company. Their analysis highlights three standout names that demonstrate a promising outlook for 2025.
Source: fxopen.com
