Growth Stocks: 20 Stocks to Watch (August 16, 2026)
This week’s growth stock screener identifies companies with market capitalizations exceeding $5 billion, ranked by revenue growth performance. The screening methodology focuses on established companies demonstrating strong top-line expansion, filtering out smaller-cap names to concentrate on large-scale growth stories with institutional backing.
Market Leaders by Revenue Growth
| Ticker | Company | Price | Market Cap | Dividend Yield | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NVDA | NVIDIA Corporation | $225.16 | $5.5T | 0.12% | Technology |
| AAPL | Apple Inc. | $305.93 | $4.5T | 0.34% | Technology |
| GOOGL | Alphabet Inc. | $345.90 | $4.2T | 0.25% | Communication Services |
| MSFT | Microsoft Corporation | $495.40 | $3.7T | 0.72% | Technology |
| AMZN | Amazon.com, Inc. | $262.65 | $2.8T | N/A | Consumer Cyclical |
| META | Meta Platforms, Inc. | $589.85 | $1.5T | 0.36% | Communication Services |
| TSLA | Tesla, Inc. | $342.27 | $1.4T | N/A | Consumer Cyclical |
| LLY | Eli Lilly and Company | $1,180.16 | $1.1T | 0.55% | Healthcare |
| BRK-B | Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | $504.03 | $1.1T | N/A | Financial Services |
| JPM | JPMorgan Chase & Co. | $362.84 | $972.2B | 1.65% | Financial Services |
| WMT | Walmart Inc. | $115.27 | $917.3B | 0.84% | Consumer Defensive |
| V | Visa Inc. | $364.15 | $679.9B | 0.71% | Financial Services |
| XOM | Exxon Mobil Corporation | $160.09 | $663.5B | 2.55% | Energy |
| JNJ | Johnson & Johnson | $260.35 | $627.4B | 2.01% | Healthcare |
| INTC | Intel Corp. | $102.50 | $517.0B | 0.49% | Technology |
| MA | Mastercard Incorporated | $569.29 | $499.3B | 0.59% | Financial Services |
| BAC | Bank of America Corporation | $64.49 | $457.7B | 1.74% | Financial Services |
| ABBV | AbbVie Inc. | $249.45 | $440.7B | 2.74% | Healthcare |
| CSCO | Cisco Systems, Inc. | $111.68 | $440.2B | 1.49% | Technology |
| COST | Costco Wholesale Corporation | $961.10 | $426.2B | 0.58% | Consumer Defensive |
Technology Sector Dominance
NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) leads the screener with a $5.5 trillion market cap at $225.16 per share. The semiconductor giant maintains minimal dividend yield at 0.12%, reflecting its focus on reinvestment for growth.
Apple Inc. (AAPL) trades at $305.93 with a $4.5 trillion valuation. Its 0.34% dividend yield represents a balance between shareholder returns and capital allocation for innovation.
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) commands $495.40 per share across a $3.7 trillion market cap. The company offers a 0.72% dividend yield, the highest among the top-tier technology names.
Intel Corp. (INTC) presents a contrasting profile at $102.50 per share with a $517 billion market cap. Despite sector headwinds, the chipmaker maintains a 0.49% dividend yield.
Cisco Systems (CSCO) rounds out the technology representation at $111.68 per share. The networking equipment leader provides a 1.49% dividend yield alongside its $440.2 billion market capitalization.
Communication Services and Consumer Giants
Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) trades at $345.90 with a $4.2 trillion market cap in communication services. The search giant offers a modest 0.25% dividend yield while maintaining its growth trajectory.
Meta Platforms (META) commands $589.85 per share across a $1.5 trillion valuation. The social media conglomerate provides a 0.36% dividend yield as it expands into metaverse technologies.
Amazon.com (AMZN) trades at $262.65 with a $2.8 trillion market cap in consumer cyclical. The e-commerce leader maintains no dividend, prioritizing reinvestment in logistics and cloud infrastructure.
Tesla Inc. (TSLA) sits at $342.27 per share with a $1.4 trillion market cap. The electric vehicle manufacturer offers no dividend, channeling resources into production scaling and autonomous driving development.
Financial Services and Healthcare Standouts
JPMorgan Chase (JPM) leads financial services at $362.84 per share with a $972.2 billion market cap. The banking giant provides a substantial 1.65% dividend yield, reflecting its mature business model.
Visa Inc. (V) trades at $364.15 across a $679.9 billion valuation. The payment processor offers a 0.71% dividend yield while benefiting from digital transaction growth.
Mastercard (MA) commands $569.29 per share with a $499.3 billion market cap. The payment network provides a 0.59% dividend yield alongside consistent revenue expansion.
Eli Lilly (LLY) stands out in healthcare at $1,180.16 per share with a $1.1 trillion market cap. The pharmaceutical company offers a 0.55% dividend yield while advancing breakthrough diabetes and obesity treatments.
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) trades at $260.35 with a $627.4 billion market cap. The diversified healthcare giant provides a 2.01% dividend yield, balancing growth investments with shareholder returns.
This analysis presents factual market data for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should conduct their own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.