These three growth stocks have faced temporary challenges.
Growth stock investors have enjoyed a remarkable period recently, with the S&P 500 Growth Index soaring over 112% since the beginning of 2023, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 Value Index.
However, as we approach 2026, concerns arise that growth stocks might be losing momentum. Many stocks have surged ahead of their actual financial performance, resulting in high valuations. Yet, there are still several fantastic growth stocks to consider, even for those starting with just $100.
Here are three compelling growth stocks to consider investing in right now if you have $100 at your disposal.
1. The Trade Desk
The Trade Desk (TTD 2.03%) encountered several challenges in 2025.
The first was a rocky transition to its AI-driven ad-buying platform, Kokai, which aims to enhance bidding decisions and forecasting for marketers. The adjustments frustrated many advertisers accustomed to the old platform, leading to a slower adoption and a decline in ad spending.
Additionally, Amazon (AMZN +0.49%) began competing more aggressively by securing deals to sell ad slots from Netflix, Walt Disney, Spotify Technology, and Roku through its demand-side platform. It also plans to take over Microsoft‘s (MSFT +0.77%) ad-buying platform this year, potentially applying pricing pressure on The Trade Desk.
2. Fortinet
Fortinet (FTNT 1.17%) has also been hit hard, seeing a roughly 33% drop from its peak last year. As a leading player in the next-gen firewall market, it’s now branching out into software network security and security operations. The decline in its stock is linked to weaker firewall sales and a less-than-anticipated product update.
Management’s guidance for the fourth quarter revealed disappointing expectations, projecting a growth rate of only 12%, a slowdown from 14% the previous quarter. However, Fortinet is increasingly pushing customers toward its software offerings, with Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and security operations seeing substantial growth.
3. Marvell Technology
Marvell Technology (MRVL +0.10%) plays a critical role in AI data centers, with its networking chips essential for quick data transfer and its custom AI accelerator business providing major growth potential. However, reports surfaced in December indicating that Microsoft might consider alternative suppliers for its Maia chip, causing market concern.
Despite this setback, Marvell is poised for growth, particularly with substantial demand forecasts for AI accelerators. Microsoft’s potential $10 billion purchase of Maia chips in 2027 underlines Marvell’s significance in the sector, as it strives for increased revenue growth alongside its expanding client base. With robust expected revenue growth, Marvell remains an attractive investment.
