Exciting developments are taking place for the stocks in this article. They’ve all surged ahead of the broader market over the last month as catalysts such as new products and positive media coverage have propelled their returns.
While momentum can be a leading indicator, it has burned many investors as it doesn’t always correlate with long-term success. All that said, here are three stocks we think live up to the hype.
GitLab (GTLB)
One-month return: +22.4%
With its all-remote workforce pioneering a new approach to software development, GitLab (NASDAQ:GTLB) provides a single-application DevSecOps platform that helps development, operations, and security teams collaborate to build, secure, and deploy software faster.
Why Do We Like GTLB?
- Annual revenue growth of 25.9% over the last two years was superb and indicates its market share is rising
- ARR growth averaged 23.3% over the last year, showing customers are willing to take multi-year bets on its software
- Software is difficult to replicate at scale and results in a best-in-class gross margin of 85.9%
GitLab’s stock price of $56.54 implies a valuation ratio of 7.8x forward price-to-sales. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.
Guidewire Software (GWRE)
One-month return: +26.4%
With its systems powering the operations of hundreds of insurance brands across 42 countries, Guidewire Software (NYSE:GWRE) provides a technology platform that helps property and casualty insurance companies manage their core operations, digital engagement, and analytics.
Why Should You Buy GWRE?
- Average billings growth of 23.9% over the last year enhances its liquidity and shows there is steady demand for its products
- User-friendly software enables clients to ramp up spending quickly, leading to the speedy recovery of customer acquisition costs
- Healthy operating margin of 10.2% shows it’s a well-run company with efficient processes, and it turbocharged its profits by achieving some fixed cost leverage
At $183.46 per share, Guidewire Software trades at 9.2x forward price-to-sales. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our full research report, it’s free.
Casella Waste Systems (CWST)
One-month return: +17.9%
Starting with the founder picking up garbage with a pickup truck he purchased using savings from high school, Casella (NASDAQ:CWST) offers waste management services for businesses, residents, and the government.
Why Is CWST Interesting?
- Impressive 16.9% annual revenue growth over the last two years indicates it’s winning market share this cycle
- Forecasted revenue growth of 12.3% for the next 12 months indicates its momentum over the last two years is sustainable
- Earnings per share grew by 38.3% annually over the last two years, massively outpacing its peers
Casella Waste Systems is trading at $96.19 per share, or 82.6x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.
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