The Two Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

Group 1: Robinhood - Robinhood has over 27 million funded customers, with a 7% year-over-year increase in its customer base and a 16% rise in average revenue per user [4][6] - The company's revenue grew by 27% year-over-year, with significant increases in stocks and options revenue, although crypto revenue fell by 38% due to Bitcoin's decline [6][7] - Robinhood's net income increased year-over-year, excluding a one-time $424 million benefit, and its entry into prediction markets is expected to drive long-term growth [7] - The stock has more than doubled in the past five years but is down over 30% year-to-date, presenting a potential buy-the-dip opportunity [8] Group 2: Nu Holdings - Nu Holdings is the largest online bank in Latin America, serving over 60% of Brazil's adult population and expanding into Mexico and Colombia [9] - The company achieved 39% year-over-year revenue growth in Q3 2025, adding 4 million new customers to reach over 127 million total customers [11] - Customer balances in credit cards and loans increased by 45% year-over-year, while interest-earning portfolios rose by 58%, contributing to a 41% net income growth [12]