Hopes are growing that the war in the Middle East will end soon.
Let’s look for large-cap stocks that have fallen sharply this year and may be ripe for a rebound.
As the last trading day of a very volatile first quarter approaches, it is time to review what has happened.
The showed some hesitation in the first two months of the year, then dropped sharply in March after Israel and the United States began a war with Iran.
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and rising oil prices, which crossed $100, put pressure on most stocks.
Since Monday evening, sentiment has improved. Reports from the Wall Street Journal suggest that Trump may consider ending the conflict without reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Washington is expected to push Tehran through diplomatic channels to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. It may also ask allies in Europe and the Gulf to take the lead on reopening efforts, according to the Wall Street Journal.
A halt in US military action against Iran could help ease tensions more broadly, as Tehran has repeatedly said it wants hostilities to stop before any direct talks begin.
In simple terms, the worst impact of the Middle East conflict may have passed. US stock futures are already reacting positively, suggesting a stronger opening for Wall Street.
There is growing optimism that this could be the start of a strong rebound. The S&P 500 closed more than 9% below its January peak, and valuations, especially in tech stocks, have eased from earlier stretched levels to more reasonable ranges.
10 large-cap stocks that could make a comeback in Q2
We looked at the stocks that have dropped the most this year to find those that may have the strongest rebound potential, with a focus on large-cap names.
To do this, we ran the following search on the Investing.com screener:
Market capitalization greater than $15 billion
Down more than 25% this year
Upside potential of more than 25% based on Fair Value (synthesis of valuation models)
Upside potential of over 40% based on the average analyst target
InvestingPro Health Score greater than 2.5/5
This research has allowed us to identify 10 opportunities:
More specifically, these large-cap US stocks have fallen between 26.1% and 47% this year. Based on fair value estimates, they now look undervalued by 28.1% to 51.9%. Analysts see upside potential ranging from 42.5% to 97%.
Among them is , a key player in financial infrastructure that focuses on investor communications, transaction processing, and technology solutions for financial institutions. Its recurring revenue model, built on stable and non-cyclical income, makes it a strong defensive name. The recent drop in the stock seems driven more by the broader market decline than by any weakness in its fundamentals.
is also part of the list. The company leads in software, cloud computing through Azure, and artificial intelligence, with highly diversified revenue streams. Despite its strength, the stock has seen profit-taking during sector rotation. This pullback creates a more attractive entry point into a long-term leader in digital transformation. Its ability to generate revenue from AI, along with strong margins and large cash flows, supports its long-term outlook.
is another name to watch. The company runs an online platform for used car sales, built around a fully digital buying experience. The stock has dropped sharply due to concerns about debt and profitability, but there are early signs that operations are improving.
However, the rest of the stocks on the list offer even higher upside, with several trading below their estimated fair value.
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