Top Growth Stocks Under $500 to Watch Right Now

September 13, 2024 06:10 PM PDT | By Team Kalkine Media
 Top Growth Stocks Under $500 to Watch Right Now
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  1. Amgen’s Robust Performance: Amgen, a leading pharmaceutical company, achieved a notable 20% revenue increase in its recent quarter, driven by strong sales from key products and a solid dividend history.
  2. Airbnb’s Steady Growth: Airbnb continues to benefit from increased travel and longer stays, showing consistent revenue growth and a unique asset-light business model.
  3. Investment Timing Considerations: While stock market fluctuations persist, investing in companies with strong fundamentals and growth potential, like Amgen and Airbnb, could be advantageous.

Bull markets and bear markets fluctuate, but high-quality stocks can offer impressive returns over time. Recent market volatility may prompt caution among some, but this could present a chance to invest in businesses with strong fundamentals that might be undervalued.

Investors should ensure they only allocate funds that are not needed for immediate expenses. For those with available capital, now might be an optimal moment to invest in companies that align with personal financial goals and risk tolerance.

Amgen

Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) is a premier pharmaceutical company with a diverse portfolio targeting various medical conditions. The company recently reported a significant 20% revenue increase to $8.4 billion for the second quarter, driven by robust sales of several key products. Notable performers include osteoporosis treatments Prolia and Evenity, anti-inflammatory drug Tezspire, and blood cancer medication Blincyto. These products saw impressive year-over-year sales growth ranging from 13% to 76%.

Amgen also generated $1.1 billion in sales from its rare disease treatments during the quarter, including therapies for conditions like gout and thyroid eye disease. Despite higher operating expenses, including a recent acquisition of biotech Horizon Therapeutics, Amgen remains profitable with a Q2 net income of $746 million. The company maintains a strong cash position with $9.3 billion in cash and cash equivalents and has delivered substantial free cash flow and operating cash flow over the past year. Amgen is known for its consistent dividend payments, having increased its dividend annually for 11 years. Recent stock performance shows a positive trend, with shares rising about 18% in the last six months.

Airbnb

Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB)has experienced significant growth post-pandemic, benefiting from increased travel and a rising number of extended stays. The company's revenue continues to grow, with a 9% increase in booked nights and experiences for Q2 2024 compared to the previous year. Airbnb's asset-light model differentiates it from many in the travel industry, as it does not own or operate the listed stays.

While the broader economic environment and consumer spending patterns could impact Airbnb, the company's solid performance and unique business model present promising prospects. The shift in consumer behavior toward longer stays and the platform's adaptability position it well for continued success.


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