10 Best Performing AI Stocks in 2025

3. AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:APP)

Year-to-Date (YTD) Performance: 57.53%

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 51

AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:APP), provides a leading marketing platform powered by AI technology. AppLovin’s performance has been nothing short of phenomenal, attributed largely to its AI-powered advertising technology. On February 13, Bank of America Securities analyst Omar Dessouky reiterated a “Buy” rating and set a price target of $580.00 for the stock. Applovin’s strong performance and future growth potential, particularly the surprising success in Q4 largely driven by its Advertising segment, has led the firm to reiterate the buy rating.

Applovin’s AI Engine has also been effective in various eCommerce categories which in turn positively impacted the company’s financials. Even though Q1 guidance provided by the management has been conservative, ongoing advancements in self-learning models for eCommerce and gaming reflect optimism. The company also plans to launch a self-service solution by the first half of the year, expanding its reach to over 10 million global eCommerce merchants.