All-Time High: Do You Know These US Stocks Up Over 50% YTD?
U.S. stocks have been hitting new all-time highs recently, with some names making repeat appearances. Stocks like MSFT, PLTR, OKLO, and PM were featured in our list last week and have continued to rise this week. We also see some new faces this time, such as ASTS and Spotify. Will you be adding these stocks to your watchlist — or are you already on board?
1. $Circle Internet Corp.(CRCL)$ hit a new high of $165.60 with a stunning YTD gain of 381.13%.
As the first publicly listed stablecoin issuer, Circle is being dubbed the “first stablecoin stock,” especially after the GENIUS Act passed as expected. Its strong 2024 revenue of $1.7 billion, 99% derived from interest on USDC reserves.
The stablecoin spread, investing customer funds in short-term Treasuries and cash, offers reliable income with minimal volatility. Circle’s transparent reserve disclosures and audit structure have reinforced investor confidence in its long-term value.
2. $Oklo Inc.(OKLO)$ reached a record high of $73.55, with a YTD gain of 195.67%.
After rising 101% last year, it's now widely seen as part of the AI infrastructure play. Oklo recently raised $400 million through a share offering to fund nuclear projects. Momentum was further fueled by executive orders from former President Trump to accelerate nuclear reactor permits and boost domestic uranium production, as nuclear energy becomes increasingly vital for powering AI data centers.
3. $AST SpaceMobile, Inc.(ASTS)$ soared to an all-time high of $42.93, with YTD gains of 90.05%.
Over the past year, the stock has climbed nearly 258%. The company secured a $43 million contract with the U.S. Space Development Agency and reached a $550 million spectrum deal with Ligado Networks and Inmarsat. Analysts remain bullish, with Scotiabank assigning a price target of $45.40, citing possible partnerships with Blue Origin.
4. $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ climbed to $144.86, with a YTD gain of 82.73%.
The company continues to land large government contracts. It recently secured a $30 million deal with ICE for immigration tracking software, and a $795 million deal with the Department of Defense's AI unit, on top of a $480 million contract last year. These long-term deals (some through 2029) solidify PLTR’s position as a government AI infrastructure leader.
5. $Spotify Technology S.A.(SPOT)$ hit a record high of $728.80, marking a YTD gain of 61.22%.
The company posted its first full-year profit in 2024, aided by price hikes and cost cuts. Premium subscribers outpaced expectations, and the user base remains solid. Analysts are bullish—Pivotal Research raised its price target to $900, citing global streaming dominance and best-in-class user experience; Evercore ISI raised its target to $750, noting strong engagement in podcasts and audiobooks.
6. $Philip Morris(PM)$ surged to a new high of $186.69 with a YTD gain of 52.44%.
Investors reward its transformation into a smoke-free future leader. Products like IQOS and ZYN are rapidly growing and now account for 42% of total Q1 revenue, reaching 38.6 million users across 95 markets. PM combines stable cash flow with a strong dividend—$1.35 per share declared on June 13—and disciplined cost control, making it a “boring but happy” defensive pick.
7. $Intercontinental Exchange(ICE)$ hit an all-time high of $181.65 with a YTD return of 21.46%
It surged 35.6% over the past year. The company beat Q1 2025 estimates, posting $1.72 EPS and $2.47B in net revenue. ICE is admired for consistent ~13% revenue growth and 13 straight years of dividend increases. Analysts recently revised earnings forecasts upward, and the broader Securities & Exchanges sector is among the market’s top performers.
8. $Microsoft(MSFT)$ hit a record $480.69, up 13.41% YTD, rebounding over 30% from its April low.
With a market cap of $3.48 trillion, it remains the world’s most valuable company. Analysts, including Jim Awad, highlight Microsoft as a top beneficiary of the AI boom, thanks to its broad product ecosystem and cloud-AI integration.
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