End of Year Rally: 3 Stocks to Watch (IDCC, FUTU, EXEL) - November 26, 2024

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padding: 10px; margin: 5px 0; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #d1e7dd; box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);"><h2 class="module-heading" style="color: #007f06 !important;font-size: 16pt;font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;font-weight: 600;margin-bottom:5px;border-bottom: 2px solid #e0e0e0;padding-bottom: 5px;">Key Takeaways</h2><ul style="list-style: none; padding-left: 0; font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 1.6;"><li style="margin-bottom: 2px; position: relative; padding-left: 20px; padding-bottom: 5px">The last five weeks of the year have historically shown a bullish seasonal pattern for stock markets.</li><li style="margin-bottom: 2px; position: relative; padding-left: 20px; padding-bottom: 5px">TInterDigital, Futu Holdings and Exelixis stocks all boast Top Zacks Ranks and discounted valuations.</li><li style="margin-bottom: 2px; position: relative; padding-left: 20px; padding-bottom: 5px">Register now to see our <a href="https://zacks.com/registration/pfp/?ALERT=RPT_7BST_LP194&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLETOP_7BEST_SUMMARYBOX&icid=commentary-investment_ideas-2375572-free_report-commentary_key_takeaways-text" title="7 Best Stocks" rel="nofollow">7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days </a>report - free today!</li></ul></div><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">As the calendar winds down, the stock market often heats up. The last five weeks of the year have historically shown a bullish seasonal pattern, fueled by holiday optimism, institutional portfolio adjustments, and a tendency for investors to position themselves for the upcoming year. This "Santa Claus rally" can provide lucrative opportunities for investors who know where to look.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Combining this favorable market seasonality with the Zacks Rank—a proven stock-picking strategy rooted in earnings estimate revisions—can further enhance your chances of uncovering big winners. By focusing on top-ranked stocks with fair valuations and strong growth you can align with this seasonal trend to maximize returns.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Today, we’ll highlight three such stocks—<strong>InterDigital </strong>(</span></span>(<button class="modal_external appear-on-focus" href="/modals/quick-quote.php" rel="IDCC">IDCC Quick Quote</button><a href="/stock/quote/IDCC" class="hoverquote-container-od analytics_tracking hoverquote-pos" rel="IDCC" show-add-portfolio="true" id = commentary_body-IDCC-txt style="font-weight:bold;"><span class="hoverquote-symbol">IDCC</span></a> <span> - </span> <a class="in_copy newwin" href="/registration/premium/login/?ALERT=zrmodule&mode=zramodule&t=IDCC&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLEBODY_TCK_INVESTMENTIDEAS_2375572_IDCC&icid=COMMENTARY-Investment_Ideas-2375572-free_report-commentary_body-text-IDCC" alt="Free Report" title="Free Report">Free Report</a>) <span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">), <strong>Futu Holdings </strong>(</span></span>(<button class="modal_external appear-on-focus" href="/modals/quick-quote.php" rel="FUTU">FUTU Quick Quote</button><a href="/stock/quote/FUTU" class="hoverquote-container-od analytics_tracking hoverquote-neg" rel="FUTU" show-add-portfolio="true" id = commentary_body-FUTU-txt style="font-weight:bold;"><span class="hoverquote-symbol">FUTU</span></a> <span> - </span> <a class="in_copy newwin" href="/registration/premium/login/?ALERT=zrmodule&mode=zrmodule&t=FUTU&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLEBODY_TCK_INVESTMENTIDEAS_2375572_FUTU&icid=COMMENTARY-Investment_Ideas-2375572-free_report-commentary_body-text-FUTU" alt="Free Report" title="Free Report">Free Report</a>) <span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">), and <strong>Exelixis </strong>(</span></span>(<button class="modal_external appear-on-focus" href="/modals/quick-quote.php" rel="EXEL">EXEL Quick Quote</button><a href="/stock/quote/EXEL" class="hoverquote-container-od analytics_tracking hoverquote-pos" rel="EXEL" show-add-portfolio="true" id = commentary_body-EXEL-txt style="font-weight:bold;"><span class="hoverquote-symbol">EXEL</span></a> <span> - </span> <a class="in_copy newwin" href="/registration/premium/login/?ALERT=zrmodule&mode=zramodule&t=EXEL&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLEBODY_TCK_INVESTMENTIDEAS_2375572_EXEL&icid=COMMENTARY-Investment_Ideas-2375572-free_report-commentary_body-text-EXEL" alt="Free Report" title="Free Report">Free Report</a>) <span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">), which all boast Top Zacks Ranks and discounted valuations based on growth forecasts.</span></span></p><p><img alt="EquityClock" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/articles/charts/70/85657.jpg?v=2119002711"><br><span style="width:100%; display: inline-block; font-size: 8pt;">Image Source: EquityClock</span></p><h2><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>InterDigital: Shares Rally on Huge Earnings Upgrades</strong></span></span></h2><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">InterDigital is a leader in mobile and video technology innovation, providing critical wireless and visual solutions to support global connectivity. The stock has soared over 80% year-to-date, showcasing strong investor interest and powerful momentum. Despite this impressive rally, IDCC remains attractively valued.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">The company trades at a forward earnings multiple of just 12.7x, making it a bargain compared to its robust growth forecasts. Analysts project annualized EPS growth of 17.4% over the next three to five years, resulting in a PEG ratio of just 0.7—indicating significant value relative to its growth potential.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Adding to the bullish case, IDCC has experienced massive upward revisions in earnings estimates across all time frames. As shown in the table, consensus estimates for the current quarter have jumped by 262% in the past 60 days, while full-year forecasts are up over 46%. This level of earnings momentum gives InterDigital the coveted <strong>Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) </strong>rating.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">With strong fundamentals, bullish revisions, and a favorable valuation, InterDigital is a standout candidate in this year-end rally.</span></span></p><p><img alt="Zacks Investment Research" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/articles/charts/d2/85656.jpg?v=307433132"><br><span style="width:100%; display: inline-block; font-size: 8pt;">Image Source: Zacks Investment Research</span></p><h2><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Exelixis: Strong Profit Growth Carries Stock Higher</strong></span></span></h2><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Exelixis is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing cancer therapies. Its flagship product, Cabometyx, has driven significant revenue growth, making Exelixis a standout in the biotech space. This growth, coupled with a robust pipeline of therapies in development, has drawn investor attention, pushing the stock up more than 50% year-to-date.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Despite its impressive performance, Exelixis remains attractively valued. The stock trades at a forward earnings multiple of just 18.8x, which is low for a biotech company with an annualized EPS growth forecast of 23.5% over the next three to five years. Its PEG ratio is 0.8, which is a discount based on the metric.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Analysts have been raising their earnings estimates for Exelixis significantly. Over the past 60 days, consensus estimates for the current quarter, next quarter, and full-year have all seen upward revisions. More specifically, full-year EPS estimates have increased by 5.5%, while next year's estimates are up 8.1%. These revisions higher give Exelixis a <strong>Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) </strong>rating, increasing the odds of a near-term rally.</span></span></p><p><img alt="Zacks Investment Research" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/articles/charts/04/85654.jpg?v=1897964084"><br><span style="width:100%; display: inline-block; font-size: 8pt;">Image Source: Zacks Investment Research</span></p><h2><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Futu Holdings: Stock Boast Compelling Technical Setup </strong></span></span></h2><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Futu Holdings (<button class="modal_external appear-on-focus" href="/modals/quick-quote.php" rel="FUTU">FUTU Quick Quote</button><a href="/stock/quote/FUTU" class="hoverquote-container-od analytics_tracking hoverquote-neg" rel="FUTU" show-add-portfolio="true" id = commentary_body-FUTU-txt style="font-weight:bold;"><span class="hoverquote-symbol">FUTU</span></a> <span> - </span> <a class="in_copy newwin" href="/registration/premium/login/?ALERT=zrmodule&mode=zrmodule&t=FUTU&ADID=ZCOM_ARTICLEBODY_TCK_INVESTMENTIDEAS_2375572_FUTU&icid=COMMENTARY-Investment_Ideas-2375572-free_report-commentary_body-text-FUTU" alt="Free Report" title="Free Report">Free Report</a>) is a leading digital brokerage platform serving clients in Hong Kong and mainland China. The company offers an array of financial services, including trading, wealth management, and market data, through its sleek, tech-driven app. Futu Holdings also enjoys a <strong>Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) </strong>rating, reflecting upward trending earnings revisions.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Additionally, from a valuation perspective, Futu is highly attractive. The stock trades at a forward earnings multiple of just 17.5x, paired with robust EPS growth projections of 20.4% annually over the next three to five years. Its PEG ratio of 0.86 underscores its compelling value relative to its growth trajectory, signaling potential for significant upside.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Beyond fundamentals, Futu's technical chart presents an exciting setup. The stock is forming a descending wedge pattern—a bullish continuation signal—suggesting a breakout could be imminent. With Futu hovering near the wedge's apex, a breakout above resistance could attract momentum traders and drive the stock higher into the end of the year.</span></span></p><p><img alt="TradingView" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/articles/charts/df/85655.jpg?v=140794426"><br><span style="width:100%; display: inline-block; font-size: 8pt;">Image Source: TradingView</span></p><h2><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Should Investors Buy Shares in FUTU, EXEL and IDCC?</strong></span></span></h2><p><span style="font-size:16px;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">With the year-end rally potentially underway, stocks like Futu Holdings, Exelixis, and InterDigital present a compelling mix of strong growth, attractive valuations, and bullish setups. 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