The stock market is one of the best ways to build lasting wealth. That's because over time, the broad S 500 has averaged about a 10% yearly return.

But if we look back at history, we'll find some businesses that have crushed the market, turning small investments into seven-figure sums.

Here's a closer look at (NASDAQ: AAPL), Costco (NASDAQ: COST), and Home Depot (NYSE: HD), three magnificent consumer stocks that turned $1,000 into more than $1 million.

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