The adage “Sell in May and go away” may not be advisable this year. This strategy has underperformed over the past decade, and there are still numerous attractive investment opportunities in the market. According to Reuters, maintaining investments year-round since 2016 would have nearly doubled returns compared to selling in May and re-entering the market in November.
Considering this is still a favorable time to invest, let’s explore three promising growth stocks worth buying now.
Amazon: Multiple Growth Drivers
Amazon (AMZN 1.19%) has shown signs of recovery since early April, particularly after a modest 5% gain in 2025 and a challenging start to 2026. The excitement surrounding Amazon is largely attributed to its cloud computing and semiconductor sectors.
Today’s Change
(-1.19%) $-3.20
Current Price
$265.79
Key Data Points
Market Cap
$2.9T
Day’s Range
$262.65 – $267.59
52wk Range
$196.00 – $278.56
Volume
1.7M
Avg Vol
48M
Gross Margin
50.60%
Amazon Web Services (AWS) revenue grew by 28% in the first quarter, and the company revealed a $465 billion backlog for AWS. With partnerships with Anthropic and OpenAI and $200 billion allocated for capital expenditures in 2023, AWS’s growth is poised to continue. Additionally, the company’s chip segment, particularly the Trainium AI accelerator, is noteworthy as it’s estimated to be a $20 billion run-rate business. Amazon’s Graviton CPUs are becoming increasingly popular due to the rise of agentic artificial intelligence.
Apple: An Impressive Business Model
Apple (AAPL +0.73%) has experienced robust growth recently, particularly in iPhone sales. The strength of its business model is reflected in its high-margin services division.
Today’s Change
(0.73%) $2.15
Current Price
$294.82
Key Data Points
Market Cap
$4.3T
Day’s Range
$292.58 – $295.27
52wk Range
$193.46 – $295.27
Volume
1.6M
Avg Vol
44M
Gross Margin
47.86%
Dividend Yield
0.45%
Device sales funnel customers into Apple’s ecosystem, making it increasingly difficult for them to switch as they accumulate apps, subscriptions, and cloud storage. Furthermore, Apple benefits from transactions via its Apple Pay digital wallet and receives a share of search revenue from queries made through its devices and the Safari browser. With the anticipated transition to a new CEO this fall, Apple remains a strong candidate for investment.
Dutch Bros: Major Expansion Potential
Dutch Bros (BROS 0.88%) stands out in the restaurant industry for its impressive same-store sales and significant growth potential. With under 1,200 stores at the end of Q1, the company plans to expand to over 2,000 by 2029 and aims for a long-term goal of 7,000 locations in the U.S.
Today’s Change
(-0.88%) $-0.45
Current Price
$50.68
Key Data Points
Market Cap
$8.4B
Day’s Range
$49.35 – $51.33
52wk Range
$44.58 – $77.88
Volume
5M
Avg Vol
4.8M
Gross Margin
25.01%
Dutch Bros has reported strong same-store sales, climbing 8.3% overall, with company-owned locations seeing a 10.6% increase. The growth can be attributed to innovative drink menus, mobile ordering, enhanced brand recognition, and the addition of hot food items. Notably, its expansion into Texas has seen a staggering 20% increase in same-store sales, and its inaugural Chicago location is projected to generate $4 million in sales, nearly double its average unit volume. With shares recently declining, it’s an opportune moment to invest in Dutch Bros for long-term growth.
