Why These 15 Defensive Stocks Are Surging In 2025

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10. Weis Markets Inc (NYSE:WMK)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders In Q4 2024: 16

Weis Markets Inc (NYSE:WMK) is a regional grocery store chain that operates in Pennsylvania and surrounding states.

The stock is up significantly so far in 2025 due to it reporting a 69% year-over-year increase in Q4 net income to $34.68 million and a 46% surge in e-commerce sales for the year. Fiscal year net income rose 5.9% to $109.94 million, with earnings per share of $4.09.

The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.34 per share, and Charles Schwab Investment Management increased its holdings in Weis Markets during Q4 2024.

WMK stock is up 17.69% year-to-date.

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