Zacks Highlights Top Value Stocks: Alaska Air, Heidrick, USANA, GM, Fresenius

Chicago: So, Zacks Value Investor just dropped a new podcast episode, and it’s all about value stocks for 2025. Tracey Ryniec, the host, is back with her top picks. She’s got some interesting insights on stocks that could be worth your attention this year.

First up is Alaska Air Group. They had a solid year, especially after acquiring Hawaiian Airlines. Their stock is up 72% over the past year, and earnings are expected to jump another 34% in 2025. With a forward P/E of just 11.2, it’s looking pretty attractive.

Next, we have Heidrick & Struggles, a staffing company that’s also seen a 60% rise in shares. It’s trading at a forward P/E of 15.1, and earnings are expected to grow by 8% this year. Not too shabby for a small cap stock!

Then there’s USANA Health Sciences. They’re the biggest player in nutrition and wellness, but their stock has dipped 31% recently. Still, they’re debt-free and have a forward P/E of 11.4, which might make them a good buy right now.

General Motors is another interesting pick. Their shares are up 41%, but they still have a low forward P/E of 4.8. Plus, they’re paying dividends, which is always a nice bonus for investors.

Lastly, we’ve got Fresenius Medical Care. This German company focuses on kidney care and has a market cap of $13.3 billion. Their earnings are expected to rise 26.3% in 2025, and they’re trading at a forward P/E of 11.6.

If you’re curious about value investing, this episode is definitely worth a listen. Tracey dives into why these stocks made the cut and what to look for in value stocks this year.