In this article, we discuss the 12 best, most active stocks to buy now.
Active investing involves the continuous buying and selling of stocks, aiming to outperform the market through strategic decisions based on market conditions, company performance, and economic indicators. This approach contrasts with passive investing, which typically involves holding a diversified portfolio over the long term. Engaging in active stock investment offers several potential benefits for investors, including the possibility of higher returns, effective risk management, and the ability to capitalize on short-term market opportunities. Active investors strive to exceed average market returns by identifying and investing in stocks poised for significant growth. Historical data supports the potential of this approach. For instance, a podcast highlighted by the Financial Times reveals that certain companies have delivered extraordinary long-term returns. Altria Group, formerly known as Philip Morris, achieved a staggering 265 million percent return over a century. Similarly, Vulcan Materials and Kansas City Southern provided returns of 39 million percent and 36 million percent, respectively.
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Active investing allows for dynamic risk management by enabling investors to adjust their portfolios in response to changing market conditions. This flexibility is particularly advantageous during periods of market volatility or economic downturns. For example, during the 2008 financial crisis, active investors had the opportunity to reduce exposure to the financial sector, potentially mitigating losses. By continuously monitoring investments and reallocating assets as needed, active investors can align their portfolios with their risk tolerance and market outlook. The stock market often presents short-term opportunities that active investors can exploit for profit. Strategies such as swing trading involve holding positions for a few days to a couple of weeks to benefit from expected price movements. This approach requires diligent analysis and timely decision-making but can lead to gains that passive strategies might miss.
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We sifted through Yahoo Finance’s list of the most active stocks that are experiencing high trading volumes. We looked at the top 15 stocks to find the ones that were the most popular among elite hedge funds. We then narrowed down our list to the 12 stocks with high trading volumes and those that were the most popular among hedge funds. Why are we interested in the stocks that hedge funds pile into? The reason is simple: our research has shown that we can outperform the market by imitating the top stock picks of the best hedge funds. Our quarterly newsletter’s strategy selects 14 small-cap and large-cap stocks every quarter and has returned 275% since May 2014, beating its benchmark by 150 percentage points (see more details here).
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Best Most Active Stocks to Buy Now
12. Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 72
Average Volume: 12.56 million
Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS) operates as a visual search and discovery platform in the United States and internationally. Revenue in the fourth quarter reached $1.15 billion and $3.65 billion in the full year 2024, marking year-over-year growth of 18% and 19%, respectively. In January, before the earnings release, investment advisory Jefferies downgraded the stock to hold from buy. The research firm expects revenue growth to slow into the mid-teens in 2025, and the pace of margin expansion to slow going ahead. Analysts at Jefferies said the company is struggling to move beyond experimental budgets and into always-on direct response, and the recent acceleration in headcount growth against slowing revenue growth may also pressure margins.
11. CleanSpark, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLSK)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 25
Average Volume: 23.18 million
CleanSpark, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLSK) operates as a bitcoin miner in the Americas, owning and operating data centers that primarily run on low-carbon power. In the first fiscal quarter of 2025, quarterly revenues were $162.3 million, an increase of $88.5 million, or 120%, from $73.8 million for the same prior fiscal quarter. In February, the company released its unaudited bitcoin mining and operations update for January 2025. The firm crossed the 40 EH/s milestone, achieved more than 10,500 bitcoins held in treasury, and celebrated the five-year anniversary of the uplisting on Nasdaq. Zach Bradford, CEO and President of CleanSpark, stated that the entire team is focused on executing the path to 50 EH/s and building on the top three positions across the operating hash rate, the marginal cost per coin, fleet efficiency, bitcoin held, and total uptime.
10. Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 166
Average Volume: 29.66 million
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) develops and operates proprietary technology applications worldwide. For the fourth quarter of 2024, net income was $6.9 billion, which includes a $6.4 billion benefit from a tax valuation release and a $556 million benefit (pre-tax) due to net unrealized gains related to the revaluation of Uber’s equity investments. In February, the company partnered with 1-800-FLOWERS to help florists across the country deliver more orders using Uber Direct, Uber’s delivery service. This collaboration, announced just before Valentine’s Day, allowed local florists in the 1-800-Flowers BloomNet network to use Uber’s technology for faster, more flexible deliveries during busy holidays and throughout the year.
9. Banco Bradesco S.A. (NYSE:BBD)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 18
Average Volume: 51.72 million
Banco Bradesco S.A. (NYSE:BBD) engages in the provision of financial and insurance services. Key financial metrics reveal that Bradesco achieved a recurring net income of R$5.4 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024, marking a 20% increase from the previous year. The fourth quarter revenue growth outpaced the third quarter, rising 5.4% quarter-on-quarter compared to the third quarter’s 3.7%. The company’s loan portfolio growth also accelerated from 3.5% to 12% year-on-year. The firm also highlighted the rapid adoption of digital channels, with 99% of transactions conducted digitally in 2024.
8. Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 45
Average Volume: 69.95 million
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) develops and manufactures high performance server and storage solutions based on modular and open architecture. In the first fiscal quarter of 2025, the company’s net sales are expected to range between $5.9 billion and $6.0 billion. In the second fiscal quarter of 2025, net sales are expected to range between $5.6 billion and $5.7 billion, reflecting 54% year-over-year growth at the midpoint. In February, the company announced the full production of its AI data center Building Block Solutions powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell platform. These solutions offer fast deployment and include a wide range of air-cooled and liquid-cooled systems with various CPU options. The portfolio features advanced cooling designs, data center management software, complete rack integration with networking and cabling, and validated cluster-level solutions.
7. BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BBAI)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 13
Average Volume: 71.89 million
BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BBAI) is a provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management and digital identity. For the third quarter of 2024, the company’s revenue increased 22.1% to $41.5 million compared to $34 million for the third quarter of the previous year. In February, the company secured a contract from the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO). The contract aims to enhance the firm’s Virtual Anticipation Network (VANE) prototype, using custom AI models to help US defense officials analyze news from potential foreign adversaries. Ryan Legge, President of National Security at BigBear.ai, stated that by advancing VANE within CDAO, the firm is preparing warfighters with sophisticated intelligence capabilities to gather critical foreign insights.
6. Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 126
Average Volume: 74.67 million
Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) is an automotive and clean energy company. In the fourth quarter, the firm produced approximately 459,000 vehicles, delivered over 495,000 vehicles and deployed 11.0 GWh of energy storage products – a record for both deliveries and deployments. In January, the company announced plans to introduce more affordable electric vehicles (EVs) in the first half of 2025. The firm reported that these new models will incorporate components from both Tesla’s current and next-generation platforms, allowing production on existing manufacturing lines. In the same month, Tesla unveiled the highly anticipated 2025 Model Y, codenamed Juniper, in China. This refreshed version of the world’s best-selling electric vehicle features significant design updates, improved performance, and enhanced interior features, aiming to reclaim market share in the competitive EV landscape.
5. Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 45
Average Volume: 76.90 million
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) is a multinational automobile manufacturer headquartered in Michigan, United States. The company posted fourth-quarter revenue of $48.2 billion, a $2.2 billion increase from the same period a year ago. In January, the firm announced that it is set to make a successful return to top-tier prototype sports car racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) in 2027, aiming to reignite the legacy and success of its iconic racing triumphs from nearly 60 years ago. Ford Performance will lead the charge with a full factory team entering FIA WEC with the aim of once more taking on the sport’s most demanding race – the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
4. Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 24
Average Volume: 78.09 million
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) is an automotive and technology company that manufactures electric vehicles and supplies advanced electric vehicle powertrain systems. In the third quarter of 2024, the company produced 1,805 vehicles, on track for annual production of approximately 9,000 vehicles. In January, the company announced Canadian pricing for the groundbreaking Lucid Gravity SUV. The Lucid Gravity Touring will be priced at $113,5001 CDN, while the Lucid Gravity Grand Touring will start at $134,5001 CDN. The Grand Touring model, offering 828 horsepower and a range of over 720 km, will be available for order soon, with the Touring model joining the lineup in late 2025.
3. Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 63
Average Volume: 86.22 million
Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR) is a publicly traded company that specializes in software platforms for big data analytics. For the fourth quarter of 2024, revenue surged 36% year-over-year and 14% from the previous quarter, reaching $828 million. The company is leading the data revolution by transforming industries through actionable insights. The Foundry platform is pivotal for empowering healthcare and finance sectors with predictive tools and advanced algorithms. The global big data analytics market is projected to exceed $320 billion by 2026, indicating significant growth potential for Palantir.
2. Rigetti Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ:RGTI)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 17
Average Volume: 150.49 million
Rigetti Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ:RGTI) through its subsidiaries, builds quantum computers and superconducting quantum processors. For the third quarter of 2024, total revenues were $2.4 million and total operating expenses were $18.6 million. In December last year, the firm launched its new 84-qubit Ankaa-3 quantum computer, featuring a major hardware upgrade for better performance. The company also achieved key milestones in 2024, cutting error rates in half and reaching a median 99.0% iSWAP gate fidelity and 99.5% median fSim gate fidelity.
1. NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 223
Average Volume: 274.30 million
NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) provides graphics, computing and networking solutions. For the fourth quarter of 2024, the firm reported revenue of $22.1 billion, increasing by 22% from the previous quarter and rising 265% from a year ago. In January, the company announced that its autonomous vehicle platform, DRIVE AGX Hyperion, has passed safety tests by top automotive safety experts TUV SUD and TUV Rheinland. DRIVE Hyperion is the first complete platform for autonomous driving, featuring the DRIVE AGX chip, NVIDIA DriveOS operating system, sensors, and safety systems for advanced driver assistance. This milestone sets a new standard for AV safety, innovation, and performance.
While we acknowledge the potential of NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for a stock that is more promising than NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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