The Kroger Co. (KR) experienced its ups and downs in 2019 and early 2020. Still, its overall performance displayed a rise in value, and the fourth quarter was especially promising with Warren Buffett, Chief Executive Officer of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., and renowned investor, starting a position. 

Adobe, Inc.’s (ADBE) stock has been rising in recent months but has hit a rough patch recently during a period of stock market turmoil. It has resulted in the shares falling by 12% from its recently set high on February 19. Still, Adobe has outperformed the S&P 500, rising by approximately 31.8% in comparison to the S&P 500’s gain of about 8.2% over the past year. 

Apple Inc.’s (AAPL) stock had a big run in 2019, with shares rising approximately 86% versus the S&P 500’s gain of 28.9%.  Apple also had a favorable start in January 2020, but it appears that the tides are changing. 

Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER) had a disappointing performance in 2019, but fortunately improved performance by year-end and early 2020, indicating a potential turn around for the company.  While startling losses in 2019 gave investors concern, analysts were not as worried, and ultimately, Uber displayed an impressive rise on the WhaleWisdom Heatmap in the fourth quarter of 2019. 

Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) has had a phenomenal past 52 weeks, with its stock rising over 162.3%, in stark contrast to the S&P 500’s gain of about 22.7%.  As fourth quarter filings begin to come out, investors are first now getting a peek at who’s been buying the shares of the electric vehicle maker.