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Investing in Growth Stocks

By Adam Levy – Updated Jul 8, 2025 at 1:09PM | Fact-checked by Frank Bass

Key Points

  • S&P 500 Growth index rose 8.5% in early 2025, outperforming the S&P 500 Value index's 2.2% gain.
  • Growth stocks are volatile; they dropped 30% in 2022 but can offer high returns during recoveries.
  • Invest in growth stocks with strong competitive edges in large, emerging markets for best outcomes.
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