Cyber security and digital data protection by InfiniteFlow via Adobe StockCrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD), headquartered in Austin, Texas, provides cybersecurity solutions. Shares of this global cybersecurity leader have notably outperformed the broader market over the past year. In 2026, CRWD stock is up 79.6%, surpassing the SPX's 11% rise on a YTD basis. CrowdStrike has outperformed on the back of strong business momentum and investor confidence in cybersecurity and AI spending. Looking ahead, CRWD expects structural demand for AI security to accelerate as enterprises close the gap between AI usage and AI protection, positioning the Falcon platform for continued momentum.