The Dow Jones (^DJI) is packed with iconic businesses that have built strong brands and durable market positions. A select few continue to thrive, delivering solid returns and proving their resilience in an evolving market.
Not all Dow Jones stocks are created equal, and StockStory is here to help you find the ones with the most upside. Keeping that in mind, here are three Dow Jones stocks positioned for long-term growth.
Apple (AAPL)
Market Cap: $4.03 trillion
Creator of the iPhone and App Store, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) is a legendary developer of consumer electronics and software.
Why Does AAPL Catch Our Eye?
- Apple's revenue base is so large because nearly everyone in the U.S. has an iPhone, but this is a double-edged sword. Growth must now come from upgrades, a harder pitch that has resulted in sluggish top-line performance recently.
- Still, Apple's devices have endured for decades, speaking to its brand, design ethos, and technological chops. Its success is rare in the world of consumer electronics, which is fraught because of commoditization, competition, and obsolescence risk.
- The company may not have the best gross margin because of its hardware orientation, but it still manages to produce elite operating and free cash flow margins. This shows it doesn’t need over-the-top marketing campaigns to convince people to buy its products.
At $273.45 per share, Apple trades at 33.3x forward price-to-earnings. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
Coca-Cola (KO)
Market Cap: $305.7 billion
A pioneer and behemoth in carbonated soft drinks, Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) is a storied beverage company best known for its flagship soda.
Why Could KO Be a Winner?
- Dominant market position is represented by its $47.79 billion in revenue, which gives it negotiating power with suppliers and retailers
- Unique products and pricing power result in a best-in-class gross margin of 61.1%
- Healthy operating margin of 25.7% shows it’s a well-run company with efficient processes, and its profits increased over the last year as it scaled
Coca-Cola is trading at $71.25 per share, or 22.4x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
UnitedHealth (UNH)
Market Cap: $301.2 billion
With over 100 million people served across its various businesses and a workforce of more than 400,000, UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) operates a health insurance business and Optum, a healthcare services division that provides everything from pharmacy benefits to primary care.
Why Do We Like UNH?
- Annual revenue growth of 11.5% over the last five years was above the sector average and underscores its products and services value to customers
- Unparalleled scale of $435.2 billion in revenue enables it to spread administrative costs across a larger membership base
- Market-beating returns on capital illustrate that management has a knack for investing in profitable ventures
UnitedHealth’s stock price of $332.35 implies a valuation ratio of 20.3x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? See for yourself in our comprehensive research report, it’s free for active Edge members .
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