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Top Gainers in Large-Cap Stocks: A Weekly Overview

Published February 23, 2025

Last week saw a strong performance from several large-cap stocks. If you're looking for potential investment opportunities, consider whether these companies are in your portfolio.

  1. Unity Software Inc. (NYSE: U) experienced a remarkable increase of 36.64% following the announcement of its fourth-quarter financial results, which exceeded analysts' expectations. This strong performance led multiple firms to raise their price forecasts for the stock.
  2. Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI) shares surged by 32.62%. The increase seems to stem from ongoing momentum established in the previous week, alongside anticipation from investors for updates regarding the company's delayed filings.
  3. Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE: BABA) saw its stock rise by 20.25% after revealing positive fiscal third-quarter results. In response, several analysts adjusted their price targets upward for the stock.
  4. FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NYSE: FTAI) shares increased by 19.82% following a significant announcement that effectively addressed recent scrutiny and short-seller reports.
  5. STMicroelectronics (NASDAQ: STM) witnessed a stock surge of 15.39% as the company prepares to launch innovative technologies designed to enhance optical connections within data centers and AI clusters.
  6. XPeng Inc. (NYSE: XPEV) shares rose by 15.36%, likely influenced by Alibaba’s strong quarterly results, support from President Xi, and advancements in DeepSeek AI.
  7. Analog Devices Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) saw its stock price increase by 14.13% after reporting impressive fiscal first-quarter results that prompted analysts to revise their price forecasts.
  8. BeiGene, Ltd. (NASDAQ: ONC) also saw gains, with its stock price increasing by 13.25%.
  9. Tencent Music Entertainment Group (NYSE: TME) shares rose by 12.70%, buoyed by the continued support from President Xi and developments surrounding DeepSeek AI.
  10. Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP) experienced growth of 12.55% after the company introduced its new Mplab AI coding assistant, which enhances the capabilities of software developers and engineers.

This week's strong gains highlight the potential of these large-cap stocks for investors. Keeping an eye on market updates and performance can aid in making informed investment decisions.

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