AI stocks have delivered the best performances in the major benchmarks this year. This also has resulted in valuation increases for some of these players and the market in general. Now, heading into 2025,

Market researcher IDC forecasts that global AI-related spending could hit $337 billion next year and jump to a whopping $749 billion by 2028. As a result, technology companies selling AI-related hardware and software should ideally witness healthy growth in their businesses next year.

Detailed price information for Qualcomm Inc (QCOM-Q) from The Globe and Mail including charting and trades.

Artificial intelligence (AI) should remain as a top opportunity for investors in 2025, but there are plenty of opportunities beyond Nvidia.