3 stocks to watch before 2025
As we enter the end of 2024, investors are starting to think about what the year ahead will bring. While a number of opportunities are emerging in the market, we'll focus on three technology stocks that should be on investors' radar.
Which 3 companies do analysts trust the most? 👇
Meta Platforms.
Shares of Meta Platforms $META have surged 65% since the beginning of 2024. This number clearly shows that the company is in a strong position. In its latest financial report for the third quarter of 2024, Meta reported revenue of $40.5 billion, a 19% increase from the previous year. More importantly, net income was $15.7 billion, up 35% from last year.
Meta has a huge user base of over 3.3 billion daily users, making it a major player in the digital advertising field. Despite potential regulatory challenges and heavy investment in Meta and AI, Meta is a strong choice for investors looking for a stable and growing stock.
Shift4 Payments.
Although Shift4 Payments $FOURhas been on the market since 1999, it still hasn't caught on with most investors. This company focuses on fast payment processing primarily for restaurants and hospitality establishments. With clients such as Nobu hotels and sports arenas, Shift4 has been able to build a strong position that allows it to process more than $260 billion in payments annually.
In the first half of 2024, Shift4 reported revenues of $1.5 billion, a 30% increase. Net income reached $60 million, up 50% from the previous year. With growing interest in fintech services and positive predictions for the future, Shift4 has the potential to become one of the most important stocks in the sector.
Microsoft: a safe bet with huge potential
Microsoft $MSFT is not a typical "shining" stock, but its strong market position and steady growth make it an exceptional investment for 2025. Its cloud division Azure, which is benefiting from the AI boom, reported a 34% increase in revenue in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. The company's total revenue reached $65.6 billion, a 16% increase.
Although Microsoft stock trades at a P/E ratio of 31, analysts expect earnings to grow 15% annually. This combination of steady growth and a strong position in the AI market makes Microsoft an attractive investment for investors looking to profit from the tech boom.
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Source: Yahoo Finance.
