These stocks have seen an impressive average annual growth rate of about 24% to 25% over the last decade, suggesting they still have significant potential for further growth.
We all dream of having our stock portfolios filled with strong performers, but that’s easier said than done. If luck is on your side, you might already own some, and those big gains can really help balance out the losses that come with investing.
Here are a few stocks that have shown exceptional growth and are likely to keep it up for a while.
1. Microsoft
Microsoft is a titan, with a portfolio that includes the popular Office 365 suite, Azure cloud services, Xbox, Windows, and even LinkedIn. Over the past decade, it’s been a strong performer with a 25% average annual return. In the first quarter of 2026, its revenue grew by 18% year-over-year, while net income rose by 12%.
The company is heavily invested in artificial intelligence. CEO Satya Nadella mentioned the importance of their AI and cloud services in driving real-world adoption and impact. He stated, “That’s why we continue to increase our investments in AI, both in capital and talent, to address the great opportunities ahead.”
Microsoft also has cash left over after funding its growth, allowing it to pay dividends. The most recent yield was 0.77%, which has increased significantly from $2.09 per share in 2020 to $3.40 recently.
The company’s stock seems reasonably priced with a recent forward price/earnings ratio of 29, a bit below the five-year average of 30. Analysts view Microsoft positively, and its collaborative business model, where other companies rely on its services, bodes well for continued growth—like the Azure platform, which reported a remarkable 40% revenue growth in the first quarter.
2. Netflix
Netflix is another strong candidate, having averaged a 24% growth annually over the last decade and continuing to expand. For the fourth quarter of 2025, its revenue reached $12 billion, marking an 18% increase annually, and net income rose by an impressive 29%, with further growth projections of about 35% next quarter. Advertising revenue has become a crucial part of its recent success, with a statement revealing that in 2025, the revenue from ads surged more than 2.5 times year-over-year to over $1.5 billion.
However, the stock price has dipped about 12% in the past year due to uncertainties around acquisition bids, particularly a recent one involving Warner Bros Discovery, which surpassed $70 billion. There are concerns that Netflix might overpay in the acquisition process.
Surprisingly, Netflix’s stock is being viewed as attractively priced, with a forward P/E ratio of 27, below its five-year average of 33.
If you’re curious, it might be worth taking a deeper look at either of these companies. If not, just remember, there are plenty of other promising growth stocks out there waiting to be explored.
