Investopedia·2025-12-15 20:30Core Insights - Jefferies identifies potential investment opportunities in the tech sector despite recent challenges, particularly focusing on companies with strong fundamentals and peer-leading growth [2][10] Company Highlights - AppLovin (APP) is a top pick for Jefferies, having more than doubled in value in 2025, reaching a high near $725, with expectations for further growth due to a planned expansion of its advertising platform in 2026 [5][6] - Reddit (RDDT), Spotify (SPOT), and Roku (ROKU) have all increased over a third in value in 2025, with Jefferies projecting significant upside potential: $325 target for Reddit (45% gain), $135 for Roku (33% gain), and $800 for Spotify (26% gain) [7] - Uber (UBER) has risen approximately 40% year-to-date, with Jefferies forecasting a further 40% increase to $120, driven by partnerships and new customer acquisitions [8] - Zillow (Z) has faced a 17% decline from September highs but is expected to recover, with a target of $100 as it introduces new tools for agents [9]