Savvy investors are drawn to stock splits not only because they make shares cheaper and more accessible, but also because stocks that split tend to outperform the market. There is a simple explanation for that trend: Stock splits are only necessary after substantial price appreciation, which itself is generally a hallmark of a high-quality business.
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) and CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) have achieved two-year returns of 160% and 190%, respectively, and most Wall Street analysts anticipate more upside in the next year.
Here’s what investors should know about Meta Platforms and CrowdStrike.