We recently published a list of 12 High Growth International Stocks to Invest in Now. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) stands against other high growth international stocks to invest in now.
What To Expect From The Stock Market in 2025?
On January 15, Jurrien Timmer, Director of Global Macro at Fidelity Management & Research Company shared his outlook for 2025. He believes that the market has lost some of its momentum as the prospects of more rate cuts in 2025 have gone slimmer. One of the reasons for less likely rate cuts came a few weeks ago with a stronger-than-expected job market report, which sparked a market dip. Moreover, on the same day, long-term interest rates went higher. The 10-year treasury yield climbed closer to the 5% mark which has haunted stocks in the past.
However, Timmer believes the market is still in a bull phase, primarily driven by rising earnings, which he expects will continue to support market growth. This optimism is grounded in the historical performance of bull markets, where earnings often play a crucial role in sustaining upward momentum. He pointed out that as bull markets mature, they typically experience greater volatility. This means that even minor disruptions can lead to significant market fluctuations. High price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios contribute to this sensitivity, as elevated valuations can make the market more susceptible to corrections. Timmer also highlighted his concerns over interest rates, specifically, the Fed’s ability to cut rates, which are likely to persist. This “interest-rate angst” could continue influencing market behavior throughout the year, as investors will continue to grapple with how rate changes can affect stock valuations and overall economic conditions.
Moreover, Timmer also discussed the shifting dynamics in the stock market, particularly focusing on the transition from a narrow leadership group to a broader market participation. He noted that in the latter half of 2024, there was a notable shift in market leadership from the “Magnificent 7”, to a wider array of stocks. This broadening indicates that more sectors and companies are contributing to market gains, which is generally seen as a positive sign for overall market health. However, since mid-December, following the Fed’s reduced expectations for interest rate cuts, the market has lost momentum, as only 24% of stocks were trading above their 50-day moving average, and just 29% of S&P 500 stocks were outperforming the index. This indicates a narrowing participation in market gains, which is concerning for investors who prefer broad-based growth.
While talking about large-cap stock performance, Timmer raises the question of whether this trend of narrow leadership will persist. He suggested that trends continue to move in the same direction until a significant change occurs. Given that large-cap growth stocks have dominated for years, it is reasonable to assume that they may continue to lead. However, he also cautioned the investors that as per the concept of mean reversion, asset prices will eventually return to their historical averages and when this happens, it could lead to sharp corrections in stock prices. Timmer believes that while 2024 was a “Goldilocks year,” for earnings and valuations, this year can be a tussle between higher earnings and rising long-term interest rates, thereby resulting in a volatile market.
Our Methodology
To curate the list of 12 high-growth international stocks to invest in now, we used the Finviz stock screener and Seeking Alpha. We used the screener as a starting point of our research to get (Ex-USA) stocks that have grown their revenue by more than 15% during the last 5 years. Next, we checked these stocks for 10-year revenue growth rates from Seeking Alpha and selected only those stocks that had grown by more than 25% during the last decade. Lastly, we ranked the stocks in ascending order of the number of hedge fund holders sourced from Insider Monkey’s third-quarter database.
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Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB)
10-Year Revenue Growth Rate: 28.57%
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 29
Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) is a technology services company that specializes in creating digital solutions for businesses. It focuses on the ‘Digital Journeys’ of other companies by providing them with mobile apps, and web applications, and integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and big data. Based in Luxembourg, the company operates in multiple countries, with a significant portion of its business coming from North America.
On January 21, Jefferies analyst Surinder Thind increased his price target for Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) from $240 to $250, while maintaining a Buy rating on the stock. Thind noted that the firm’s projects for the Technology and Information Services group remain largely unchanged, although they note that a stronger U.S. dollar may negatively impact revenues.
The company has been doing good mainly due to its AI solutions. During the fiscal third quarter of 2024, it generated $614.67 million in revenue, up 12.72% year-over-year. The growth was driven by its AI solutions as the company has grown its AI-related revenue by more than 1120% during the first nine months of fiscal 2024.
Moreover, Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) is also expanding its reach internationally with significant growth coming from the Middle East and APAC regions. During the quarter management added 331 new customers, which are expected to contribute $1 million annually. It is one of the high-growth international stocks to invest in now.
Polen Global Growth Strategy stated the following regarding GLOBANT S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) in its Q3 2024 investor letter:
“We added to several existing positions during the quarter, including Shopify, GLOBANT S.A. (NYSE:GLOB), and Paycom Software. While we’re cognizant of Globant’s challenging IT Consulting industry backdrop, we think the valuation is attractive relative to its long-term growth potential as the company continues to deliver best-in-class revenue and profit growth, bucking broader industry trends. Finally, we modestly added to our small position in Paycom Software following our recent meeting with the founder/CEO and CFO.”
Overall, GLOB ranks 7th on our list of high growth international stocks to invest in now. While we acknowledge the potential of GLOB to grow, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than GLOB but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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