Top 5 large-cap stocks to watch in 2025

What are large-cap stocks?

Large-cap stocks are the shares of companies with a market capitalisation of over US$10 billion. They’re mighty businesses and tend to be stable, monolithic entities in their respective sectors. 

Large-cap is just one classification of market capitalisations – there are also mega-cap, mid-cap, small-cap and micro-cap stocks.

Why trade large-cap stocks?

There are numerous benefits to trading large-cap stocks, such as their general stability. Because they’re so large, they’re often (but not always) more resilient to economic downturns. This makes them good at balancing a stock trading portfolio, as they tend to be less risky.

They also pay dividends regularly, although there are exceptions to this. For example, mega-cap company Amazon doesn’t pay dividends to its stockholders and has never done so. But for the most part, because large-cap companies are so well-established, they’re not usually in high-growth phases where profits need to be reinvested back into the business for expansion, and they can afford to pay dividends.

Finally, large-cap stocks tend to receive a lot of scrutiny from analysts and the media, so they’re more likely to have transparent financials and fundamentals. It’s also easier to find in-depth coverage of them, making research simpler than it would be for a smaller company.

Where to find large-cap stocks

Large-cap stocks tend to be concentrated in certain sectors and industries. For example, you’re more likely to find them in:

• Technology
• Healthcare
• Finance
• Energy
• Consumer goods

So, starting with stable, large-cap stocks in these sectors is a good way to dip into the stock trading market if you’re looking for lower risk options. 

What to consider before trading large-cap stocks

While they’re known for their lower-risk nature, all trading is inherently risky. Just because a company has been well-established for 10, 20 – even 30 years, doesn't mean it will always be that way. Remember to create a comprehensive risk management plan to try to mitigate losses and economic headwinds.

In addition, large-cap stocks are often not for the impatient trader. Gains can be slow and steady, which means it’s a good idea to balance your portfolio with more than just these companies.

Top 5 large-cap stocks to watch in 2025

We’ve selected five large-cap stocks to watch in 2025 that we think are worth considering. They’re geographically diverse, as well as fall into different sectors, making them good options if you want to gain international exposure to various industries.

All of them have seen stock price gains over the past six months, from 10.47% to 49.25%.

Overview of the large-cap stocks in this article

You can trade every stock on our list via CFDs with us, and all of them (except for LVMH) through stock trading with us.

All figures are correct as of 24 November 2025.

1. Toyota Motor Corp (TSE: 7203)

Industry: Consumer non-durables/automotive

Market cap: JP¥40.36 trillion¹

Toyota Motor Corporation is one of the world’s most recognisable automotive manufacturers and a long-standing pillar of Japan’s industrial economy.

While it’s known for stability, it isn’t standing still. The company is heavily involved in the industry-wide shift toward cleaner transportation. It remains the largest producer of hybrid vehicles globally and continues to expand that technology while also investing in EVs, solid-state battery research and hydrogen fuel-cell systems.

Toyota’s goal is to offer multiple low-emission solutions rather than relying on one path, which could appeal to stock traders who prefer diversified innovation rather than a single high-risk bet.

Toyota also benefits from a strong balance sheet and a tendency to take a long-term view. The company invests heavily in R&D, partnerships and future-mobility concepts such as autonomous driving technologies and smart-city infrastructure.

Highlights:

• One of its major advantages is brand loyalty; Toyota drivers tend to remain as such, which helps sustain recurring demand
• For stock traders, Toyota is often seen as a ‘steady compounder’: not the flashiest name in the EV race, but a company with enormous scale and proven execution
• In spite of US tariffs, the company has enjoyed increased sales in Japan and North America in FY26 Q2²
• Over the past six months, its stock price has increased by a respectable 17%³

2. LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE (Euronext: MC)

Industry: Consumer non-durables

Market cap: €309.69 billion⁴

LVMH is the world’s largest luxury-goods group and one of Europe’s most influential consumer companies. Headquartered in Paris, it brings together more than 75 prestigious brands across fashion, leather goods, jewellery, cosmetics, fragrances, wines and spirits.

Its brands operate at the very top of their categories, offering products that are less sensitive to economic downturns than mainstream consumer goods. Wealthy customers – and increasingly middle-class consumers in high-growth regions – continue to spend on luxury even when broader markets wobble.

LVMH is highly diversified, generating revenue from Europe, the US and Asia, where luxury demand has risen steadily over the last two decades. This global footprint helps stabilise performance when one region slows.

It’s a business with resilient margins, strong cash generation and a portfolio that continues to improve. It won’t behave like a fast-moving tech stock, but it offers stability with steady global growth.

Highlights:

• CEO, Bernard Arnault, and his team are widely regarded for their disciplined acquisitions, brand stewardship and long-term vision
• €58.1 billion in revenue over the first nine months of 2025⁵
• Its stock price has grown a healthy 29.42% over the past six months⁶

3. Tencent Holdings Limited (HKEX: 0700)

Industry: Technology services

Market cap: HK$5.53 trillion⁷

Tencent is one of China’s most influential technology companies and a powerhouse in digital entertainment, social platforms and online services. One of the company’s best-known products is WeChat, a super-app used by more than a billion people. It combines messaging, payments, shopping, mini-apps, social feeds and even business tools.

It’s also a global gaming leader. It owns Riot Games, has stakes in Epic Games and Supercell, and publishes or partners on dozens of major titles. Gaming is a high-margin business and a key part of Tencent’s revenue engine.

Beyond games and social media, it invests heavily in cloud computing, fintech, enterprise software and AI. It’s also one of the world’s most active tech investors, holding stakes in companies ranging from Tesla to various Asian ecommerce platforms. These investments help Tencent stay diversified even when one sector slows down.

Highlights:

• The company’s regulatory environment can introduce volatility – government policy changes can affect growth rates or business lines. However, it remains highly profitable, deeply integrated in China’s digital economy and strategically important to the country’s tech landscape
• In its third quarter earnings results, it revealed revenue was up 15% year-on-year (YoY) over the third quarter of 2024, to the tune of CN¥192.9 billion⁸
• Its stock price has grown by 21.73% over the past two quarters⁹

4. Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY)

Industry: Health technology

Market cap: US$1 trillion¹⁰

Eli Lilly is a major US pharmaceutical company known for developing innovative treatments across diabetes care, oncology, immunology and neuroscience.

It’s a good example of how drug development can drive long-term growth. The company’s diabetes and metabolic drugs – including newer GLP-1 treatments – have seen strong global demand. These medicines are used not just for diabetes but also for weight loss, an area that has gained enormous medical and commercial interest. This demand has significantly boosted Lilly’s revenue and market value, making it one of the most-watched pharma companies today.

Eli Lilly tends to have a relatively stable revenue base thanks to long drug lifecycles, strong demand for chronic-condition treatments and global distribution. However, like any pharmaceutical company, it faces risks such as patent expirations, competition from generics, regulatory hurdles and changing healthcare policies.

Highlights:

• In pharmaceuticals, spending on science is often a strong indicator of future potential, and Lilly consistently ranks among industry leaders in research intensity
• The company recently increased its 2025 revenue guidance from US$60 billion to US$63 billion¹¹
• Its stock price has rocketed by 49.25% over the past six months¹²

5. Walmart Inc (NYSE: WMT)

Industry: Retail trade

Market cap: US$839.70 billion¹³

Walmart is the world’s largest retailer and a company that has shaped modern shopping habits for decades.

The company’s strategy attracts cost-conscious shoppers and helps it maintain strong traffic even during economic downturns. In many regions, Walmart is the go-to shopping destination for groceries, household essentials, personal care items and general merchandise. It has a strong presence in Mexico, Central America and parts of Asia through its various subsidiaries.

This wide scope makes its revenue base highly resilient, since consumers continue buying essentials in good times and bad.

Over the past decade, Walmart has invested heavily in ecommerce to compete with online giants. Its website, app and delivery services have expanded rapidly, and initiatives such as Walmart+ (its membership programme) strengthen loyalty.

Highlights:

• Retail margins are thin, but Walmart’s scale, supply-chain efficiency and pricing power help protect profitability
• The company also distributes dividends, appealing to income-focused stock traders
• Its FY26 Q3 earnings report indicates its total revenue for the quarter hit US$179.5 billion¹⁴
• Its stock price has increased 10.47% over the past six months¹⁵

How to trade large-cap stocks with IG UAE

CFDs

1. Open a CFD trading account with IG UAE
2. Search for large-cap stocks on the IG platform
3. Decide whether to go long (buy) or short (sell)
4. Choose your position size
5. Set stop-loss and limit orders
6. Place your trade and monitor it

Stock trading

1. Open a stock trading account with IG UAE
2. Search for large-cap stocks
3. Choose the stock you want to buy – try our stock screener
4. Determine how many shares you want to purchase
5. Place your order
6. Monitor your investment and collect any dividends

FAQs about large-cap stocks

Footnotes
 

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5. LVMH, October 2025
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8. Tencent, November 2025
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11. Eli Lilly, October 2025
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14. Walmart, November 2025
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