Stocks that outperform the market usually share key traits such as rising sales, expanding margins, and increasing returns on capital. The select few that can do all three for many years are often the ones that make you life-changing money.
It’s clear there’s a strong connection between sustained earnings growth and hall-of-fame returns. Taking that into account, here are three market-beating stocks that deserve a spot on your list.
CRA (CRAI)
Five-Year Return: +331%
Often retained for high-stakes matters with multibillion-dollar implications, CRA International (NASDAQ: CRAI) provides economic, financial, and management consulting services to corporations, law firms, and government agencies for litigation, regulatory proceedings, and business strategy.
Why Does CRAI Stand Out?
- Annual revenue growth of 9.7% over the last two years was superb and indicates its market share increased during this cycle
- Share repurchases have amplified shareholder returns as its annual earnings per share growth of 27.6% exceeded its revenue gains over the last two years
- Industry-leading 18.7% return on capital demonstrates management’s skill in finding high-return investments
CRA’s stock price of $208.53 implies a valuation ratio of 23.9x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
TPG (TPG)
Return Since IPO: +90.1%
Founded in 1992 and managing over 300 active portfolio companies across more than 30 countries, TPG (NASDAQ: TPG) is a global alternative asset management firm that invests across private equity, credit, real estate, and public market strategies.
Why Should You Buy TPG?
- Impressive 28.2% annual revenue growth over the last two years indicates it’s winning market share this cycle
- 28.3% annual growth in fee-related earnings over the last two years shows the firm optimized its expenses
- Earnings per share grew by 28.3% annually over the last two years and trumped its peers
At $64.63 per share, TPG trades at 22.6x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? See for yourself in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
Raymond James (RJF)
Five-Year Return: +157%
Founded in 1962 and headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, Raymond James Financial (NYSE: RJF) is a diversified financial services company that provides wealth management, investment banking, asset management, and banking services to individuals and institutions.
Why Is RJF a Good Business?
- Annual revenue growth of 12% over the last five years beat the sector average and underscores the unique value of its offerings
- Share buybacks propelled its annual earnings per share growth to 21.2%, which outperformed its revenue gains over the last five years
- Annual tangible book value per share growth of 14.4% over the past two years was outstanding, reflecting strong capital accumulation this cycle
Raymond James is trading at $160.82 per share, or 13.3x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
High-Quality Stocks for All Market Conditions
The market’s up big this year - but there’s a catch. Just 4 stocks account for half the S&P 500’s entire gain. That kind of concentration makes investors nervous, and for good reason. While everyone piles into the same crowded names, smart investors are hunting quality where no one’s looking - and paying a fraction of the price. Check out the high-quality names we’ve flagged in our Top 5 Growth Stocks for this month. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 244% over the last five years (as of June 30, 2025).
Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,326% between June 2020 and June 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Kadant (+351% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free. Find your next big winner with StockStory today. Find your next big winner with StockStory today.
