The Top 5 Value Stocks to Watch in 2025

Investing isn’t about chasing the hottest stock—it’s about finding real value in the market. This month, our Everything Money Community analyzed 1,850 stocks, and after careful evaluation, these five emerged as the best value plays:

1. Adobe (ADBE)
2. Nike (NKE)
3. Uber (UBER)
4. Dollar General (DG)
5. ASML (ASML)

Today, we’ll break down why these stocks made the cut, what the numbers are telling us, and whether they’re selling at the right price.

How We Find Value in Stocks

Unlike shopping for a phone—where the price is clear and easy to compare—stocks require a deeper level of analysis. The goal is to determine how much the business is worth today based on future growth and cash flow.

That’s why we use our Stock Analyzer Tool, which has been used over a million times per year by our community. It helps us marry the story and numbers to make smarter investment decisions.

Let’s dive into these five stocks, starting with Adobe.

Stock #1: Adobe (ADBE) – High Margins & Strong Growth

I personally own Adobe, and let me tell you—I was kicking myself when it dropped to $405 and I didn’t pick up more shares. But regardless of what I paid, the real question is: Is it a buy today?

Key Numbers & Analysis:

• Market Cap: $193B
• Enterprise Value: $208B
• Net Debt: ~$15B
• Cash Flow (Last Year): $7.9B
• Gross Margin: 89% 🔥
• Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): Very strong

Adobe has an insane gross margin of 89%, meaning for every dollar of revenue, 89 cents can drop to the bottom line before taxes and overhead. That’s incredible and a big reason why it deserves a premium valuation.

Growth Projections:

• Analysts expect EPS to grow from $21 to $35 per share in four years (11-16% growth per year).
• Revenue growth projected at 10-12% per year.
• AI concerns? Adobe is using AI to improve its products, not get disrupted by it.

Stock Analyzer Results:

• Low Price: $396
• High Price: $730
• Middle Price: $540
• Current Price: $436

Conclusion? There’s real potential value here if you believe in Adobe’s future growth and execution.

Stock #2: Nike (NKE) – Dominant Brand, Perception Issues

Nike has been struggling lately, but remember—when it was at $180, people swore it would never drop under $100. Now it’s sitting at $74.

Key Numbers & Analysis:

• Market Cap: $110B
• Dividend Yield: 2%
• Gross Margin: 45%
• Strong Returns on Capital

Nike has a global market share of 24% in athletic footwear and is expanding its digital sales through Nike Direct & SNKRS.

Growth Projections:

• EPS expected to grow from $2.81 to $6.36 over five years.
• Revenue growth projected at 4-6% per year.
• Short-term issues: Labor practices, supply chain, and geopolitical risks.

Stock Analyzer Results:

• Low Price: $60
• High Price: $120
• Middle Price: $85
• Current Price: $74

At this price, the expected return is 7.75% (including dividends). Nike is a long-term hold for me, given its strong brand and global reach.

Stock #3: Uber (UBER) – Dominating Its Market

Uber has 70% market share in rideshare, and their CEO shifted focus to cash flow, which skyrocketed profits.

Key Numbers & Analysis:

• Revenue Growth: 28% annually over 5 years
• Net Income (Last Year): $4.4B
• Free Cash Flow: $6B (up from $570M avg)
• Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): Finally turning positive

Growth Projections:

• EPS growth: $2.41 to $5.50 in 3 years
• Revenue growth: 15%+ per year
• Challenges: Regulatory risks & driver classification issues

Stock Analyzer Results:

• Low Price: $37
• High Price: $172
• Middle Price: $85
• Current Price: $60 (Added to my watchlist!)

Uber is finally profitable and focusing on cash flow, making it a potential buy at the right price.

Stock #4: Dollar General (DG) – A Retail Underdog

Dollar General is down 75% from its all-time high and has caught my attention.

Key Numbers & Analysis:

• Stock Price: $71 (down from $262)
• Dividend Yield: 3.3%
• PE Ratio: 11.7
• Free Cash Flow (5Y Avg): $1.6B

This stock is getting crushed by shrinking profit margins and theft ("shrink"), but it’s still opening 730+ new storesthis year.

Growth Projections:

• EPS to double from $6 to $12 by 2029
• Revenue growth of 4-8% per year

Stock Analyzer Results:

• Low Price: $115
• High Price: $280
• Middle Price: $180
• Current Price: $71

This might be the most compelling value play on the list.

Stock #5: ASML (ASML) – Semiconductor Powerhouse

ASML is essential to the semiconductor industry, but its stock dropped 40% in four months.

Key Numbers & Analysis:

• Market Cap: $300B
• PE Ratio: 42
• Gross Margin: 51%
• ROIC: 20-24% (strong!)

Growth Projections:

• EPS to double from $25.78 to $51.73 in 3 years
• Revenue growth: 16-25% per year

Stock Analyzer Results:

• Low Price: $270
• High Price: $630
• Middle Price: $416
• Current Price: $650

At current prices, it’s overvalued for me—but it’s one to watch.

Final Thoughts: Which Stock is the Best Buy?

Out of these five, Dollar General & Uber seem like the best value plays based on my stock analyzer results.

But remember—investing is about finding value, not chasing hype.

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