Stocks To Watch in January—And What to Watch For | Global News Avenue

Going into 2025, the fundamentals of the stock market are somewhat shaky.

U.S. stocks soared to a series of all-time highs after Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential election, but were volatile in early December and fell further after Trump’s election. Fed Rate cut expectations lowered. this Dow Jones Industrial Average released its Worst monthly performance Over two years, in December, S&P 500 Index It recorded its biggest loss since April. this Nasdaq Composite Index It eked out a small gain this month.

Wall Street is generally optimistic Stock Outlook 2025But uncertainty abounds, from the future direction of interest rates to the impact of Trump’s policy agenda on the economic outlook.

Below, we take a look at some stocks we think investors should keep an eye on in January.

NVIDIA

NVIDIA (NVDA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jen-Hsun Huang will deliver a keynote speech on January 6, kicking off the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.

Huang is expected to highlight how Nvidia’s semiconductors power some of the most advanced products on display at the conference. Huang could also use the opportunity to talk about Nvidia’s Rubin chips, expected to launch in 2026, or demand for its Blackwell systems, the most advanced systems currently available.

Jen-Hsun Huang said that Blackwell is in full production and Nvidia may deliver more devices in 2024 than expected. Still, the company struggled to meet what Huang said was “crazy” Require.

No matter what Jen-Hsun Huang says at CES, Nvidia will remain a key stock to watch throughout the year. The stock is up 170% in 2024, after nearly tripling in 2023. Analysts at Morgan Stanley, Bank of America and Bernstein believe Rate it “top pick” Blackwell’s demand is believed to drive another year of explosive growth.

Tesla

Tesla (Tesla) Stocks have been rising since the U.S. election as investors become optimistic about the CEO Elon MuskThe electric car maker will benefit from a close relationship with President-elect Trump. Shares have risen 60% since the election, although they ended the year with four consecutive sessions of losses.

The stock has one of the highest P/E ratios multiple The S&P 500’s performance will likely be tested when Tesla reports full-year deliveries in early January and fourth-quarter earnings near the end of the month.

Tesla’s electric vehicle business has been pressured by higher-than-expected interest rates and sluggish demand all year, and last quarter is unlikely to be much different. In addition, some of the policies and policies proposed by Trump Get Musk’s approval— such as eliminating the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit — add uncertainty to Tesla’s prospects.

Analysts on the company’s earnings call may ask Musk about Tesla’s prospects Robot taxi service and his new role efficiency consultant To Trump. Granted, they probably wouldn’t have had a chance to ask questions — Musk and company fielded a few carefully selected questions from investors on the company’s last earnings call, leaving only time for two analysts.

Intel

Intel(international trade center) have a very difficult year— recently prompted analysts at Bernstein to advise investors that “keep away” In 2024, the stock’s value fell by 60%.

When Intel reports earnings in late January, executives will certainly try to strike a more upbeat tone for what will be the chipmaker’s first year in a row. CEO Pat Gelsinger steps down.

Kissinger began his four-year term with a turnaround plan that included massive investments in manufacturing facilities and the launch of specialized OEM business. Implementation of the plan proved slow and costly, and was a source of tension between Kissinger and the board. Directors were also angry that the company had made little progress in development. Artificial Intelligence (AI) A chip that competes with market leader Nvidia.

Analysts have speculative Gelsinger’s departure could lead to the company splitting up its chip design and manufacturing operations, but interim co-CEO David Zinsner said that decision would be made by Intel’s next leader.

While the company is unlikely to update investors or analysts on its search for a new CEO, January’s quarterly report is still important as it tries to reassure investors of its turnaround.

trump trade

Stocks generally rallied after Donald Trump won the election in November as Wall Street expected the pro-business government to ease regulations and cut taxes. But some industries have extra push With Trump back in the White House, investors would be wise to keep an eye on these stocks.

Cryptocurrency stocks, including cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (coin) and Bitcoin broker MicroStrategy (Magnetic transmission technology), which has soared since November, fueled by Trump’s pledge Make America a Cryptocurrency Paradise.

Likewise, shares of prison and detention center operator GEO Group (earth orbit) and CoreCivic (CxW) surged on expectations of a crackdown on undocumented immigrants. GEO Group Executive Chairman George Zoley said on the company’s most recent earnings call that Trump’s re-election is a “potentially huge change” for the company, according to a transcript provided by AlphaSense. GEO Group is the largest contractor for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

The days following Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration are likely to test his commitment to the campaign promises that have boosted these stocks and the pricing of the “Trump trade.”

Delta Air Lines

On January 10, Delta Air Lines (Dar) will become the first major U.S. airline to report full-year results.

Travel demand has slowed from its post-pandemic surge but remains surprisingly resilient in the face of high inflation and economic uncertainty. Airline stocks have soared in recent months. US Global Jets ETF (JetersDelta Air Lines shares have risen more than 50% since early August, and Delta Air Lines shares have risen more than 60% during the same period.

Delta’s fourth-quarter results could be a test of that rebound. The airline’s profits and outlook have fallen short of Wall Street expectations in each of the past years two dormitorycausing two short-term hits to its stock price.

Still, analysts remain optimistic. All 13 Delta analysts tracked by Visible Alpha have a “buy” or equivalent rating on the stock.