5 'Boring' Stocks That Crushed the Nasdaq-100 Over Past 5 Years

The article highlights five large-cap, “boring” companies that outperformed the tech-heavy Nasdaq-100 (US Tech 100) over the past five years. Curtiss‑Wright, Williams Companies, Parker Hannifin, Costco and Eaton posted outsized total returns versus the Nasdaq‑100’s roughly 125% five‑year gain, driven by steady earnings, niche market positions and recurring revenue (e.g., Costco membership renewals). The piece’s market implication is that under‑the‑radar industrial, energy and consumer staples names can deliver durable, tech‑like returns and merit investor research alongside high‑profile tech names. It frames this as a performance comparison rather than trading advice, suggesting diversification into fundamentally steady businesses could complement tech exposure.