Mega Cap companies are those with a market capitalization of $200 billion or more. Most of these companies boast well-established business models, strong brand power, and global operations. Due to their sheer size, mega cap companies offer relatively higher protection from broader market fluctuations and are considered safe bets during uncertain macroeconomic times.
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A mega cap company usually offers regular dividend payments and has the potential to generate notable capital gains. Investors can help secure their portfolio returns by investing at least a portion of their funds into mega cap stocks.
Leveraging TipRanks’ Stock Screener, we have identified three “Mega Cap” stocks with Strong Buy consensus ratings from analysts. Furthermore, these stocks boast an Outperform Smart Score (i.e. 8, 9, or 10) on TipRanks, indicating they are highly likely to outperform market expectations. The Smart Score evaluates eight factors to gauge a stock’s potential to outperform the broader market.
Here are this week’s stocks:
Alibaba Group Holdings (BABA) – Alibaba is a Chinese e-commerce giant with formidable technological capabilities. The stock carries a dividend yield of 0.8% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” In the last three months, all 12 Wall Street analysts covering BABA stock have rated it a Strong Buy, with their 12-month average Alibaba price target indicating an upside of nearly 38%. BABA stock is up 41.9% year-to-date.
Home Depot (HD) – Home Depot is an American big-box retailer specializing in home improvement and home furnishing products. The stock carries a dividend yield of 2.48% and a Smart Score of eight. Over the past three months, 19 Wall Street analysts covering HD stock have rated it a Buy, while five have rated it a Hold. Together, their 12-month average Home Depot price target indicates an upside of about 19%. HD stock has gained 4.7% in the past year.
AstraZeneca PLC (AZN) – AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish biopharmaceutical giant focused on the development and commercialization of prescription drugs. The stock offers a dividend yield of 2.08% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” In the last three months, all seven Wall Street analysts covering AZN stock have rated it a Strong Buy, with their 12-month average AstraZeneca price target indicating an upside of 18.2%. AZN stock is up 14.1% so far this year.
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