We recently published a list of the 12 Best Up and Coming Stocks to Buy According to Wall Street Analysts. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Sharkninja, Inc. (NYSE:SN) stands against other up and coming stocks to buy according to Wall Street Analysts.
Tom Lee, Fundstrat managing partner, joined CNBC’s ‘Closing Bell’ on March 22 to discuss the current market sentiment. When asked about the recent report on tariffs, which oscillates between an iron fist and an olive branch, Lee expressed optimism. He suggested that markets should interpret the situation positively because many clients view tariffs as punitive and potentially recession-inducing. However, a mutually agreed or reciprocal tariff deal could create a favorable scenario for businesses, potentially setting the stage for a significant recovery rally. Addressing the immediate challenge of volatility leading up to April 2, Lee acknowledged the dilemma investors face during this period of uncertainty. He noted that many are overwhelmed by market fluctuations and tempted to give up. Drawing a parallel to the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962, which lasted 12 days, Lee pointed out that markets historically bottom before crises are resolved. For instance, during that crisis, the stock market reached its lowest point seven days in and recovered two-thirds of its losses before the resolution. He suggested this historical pattern could serve as a template for today’s market behavior.
When asked about the economy, Lee remarked on how quickly sentiment has deteriorated. He attributed part of this decline to divisive political leadership that affected consumer confidence and noted that CEO confidence has also dropped unexpectedly. CEOs have become hesitant to make decisions, which is contributing to what he described as a growth shock. However, he remained hopeful that this slowdown would be temporary if it does not persist for months. The conversation shifted to concerns about a potential recession, with Jeffrey Gundlach recently estimating a 50% to 60% chance of one occurring in the next few quarters. Lee countered this by stating that while a 10% drawdown in the S&P 500 already prices in a 40% chance of recession, markets do not fully align with Gundlach’s pessimistic view. He highlighted that economies like China, Europe, Canada, and Mexico have been outperforming the US since February 18. If punitive tariffs were truly driving global recessions, these economies would also be struggling. Instead, Lee described markets as more paralyzed than outright pessimistic.
Our Methodology
We used the Finviz stock screener to compile an initial list of the top stocks that went public in the last 5 years. We then selected the 12 stocks with high analysts’ upside potential as of March 21 that were also the most popular among elite hedge funds. The stocks are ranked in ascending order of their upside potential. We have also added the hedge fund sentiment for each stock, as of Q4 2024, which was sourced from Insider Monkey’s database.
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Sharkninja, Inc. (NYSE:SN)
Average Upside Potential as of March 21: 51.01%
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 63
Sharkninja, Inc. (NYSE:SN) is a global product design and technology company. It operates under the Shark and Ninja brands and offers consumer solutions like cleaning, cooking, food preparation, beauty, and home environment appliances. Its products are sold through various retail and online channels.
In Q4 2024, the company’s net sales jumped 30% year-over-year, and adjusted net sales for the full year increased by 32%. This surge is attributed to successful launches in new product categories like coolers, fans, frozen drink appliances, and skincare. Products like the Ninja SLUSHi and Shark CryoGlow exceeded sales expectations and generated substantial social media buzz. The food preparation category also saw an 89% growth in Q4, which was fueled by popular items like CREAMi and SLUSHi.
Looking ahead, Sharkninja, Inc. (NYSE:SN) plans to launch 25 new products in 2025 and projects a 10-12% increase in net sales for the year. The company is strategically targeting a $120 billion addressable market, which aims to disrupt established markets and capitalize on emerging consumer trends by continuing to innovate and expand its product portfolio.
The company’s strong revenue and margin growth, which was driven by successful product expansion, led to a significant stock rally and positive portfolio contribution. Artisan Small Cap Fund stated the following regarding Sharkninja, Inc. (NYSE:SN) in its Q3 2024 investor letter:
“Among our top Q3 contributors were Guidewire, Veracyte and SharkNinja, Inc. (NYSE:SN). SharkNinja is a leading household consumer products company. Its Shark brand focuses on the cleaning category (vacuums, mops, carpet cleaners, etc.) and, more recently, beauty (hair dryers, hair stylers, etc.). Its Ninja brand focuses on food preparation (blenders, food processors, ice cream makers, juicers, etc.) and cooking (indoor grills, ovens, toasters, cookers, air fryers, etc.). We believe a healthy combination of market share gains within existing categories, new category entries and international expansion will drive growth. Shares rallied after reporting strong earnings results, including 31% revenue growth and 600bps of gross margin expansion.”
Overall, SN ranks 12th on our list of the best up and coming stocks to buy according to Wall Street Analysts. While we acknowledge the growth potential of SN, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold great promise for delivering high returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than SN but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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