Stocks under $10 pique our interest because they have room to grow (as well as the most affordable option contract premiums). That doesn’t mean they’re bargains though, and we urge investors to be careful as many have risky business models.
The bad behavior exhibited by lower-quality companies in this space can spook even the most seasoned professionals, which is why we started StockStory - to separate the good from the bad. That said, here are three stocks under $10 to swipe left on and some alternatives you should look into instead.
Nextdoor (NXDR)
Share Price: $1.96
Helping residents figure out what's happening on their block in real time, Nextdoor (NYSE: KIND) is a social network that connects neighbors with each other and with local businesses.
Why Do We Think Twice About NXDR?
- White space opportunities may be dwindling as its growth in weekly active users averaged a weak 6.5%
- Suboptimal cost structure is highlighted by its history of EBITDA margin losses
- Negative free cash flow raises questions about the return timeline for its investments
At $1.96 per share, Nextdoor trades at 3.1x forward price-to-gross profit. To fully understand why you should be careful with NXDR, check out our full research report (it’s free for active Edge members).
Krispy Kreme (DNUT)
Share Price: $4.22
Famous for its Original Glazed doughnuts and parent company of Insomnia Cookies, Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) is one of the most beloved and well-known fast-food chains in the world.
Why Should You Sell DNUT?
- Falling earnings per share over the last four years has some investors worried as stock prices ultimately follow EPS over the long term
- Cash-burning tendencies make us wonder if it can sustainably generate shareholder value
- Short cash runway increases the probability of a capital raise that dilutes existing shareholders
Krispy Kreme is trading at $4.22 per share, or 5.7x forward EV-to-EBITDA. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than DNUT.
Lumen (LUMN)
Share Price: $8.80
With approximately 350,000 route miles of fiber optic cable spanning North America and the Asia Pacific, Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) operates a vast fiber optic network that provides communications, cloud connectivity, security, and IT solutions to businesses and consumers.
Why Do We Steer Clear of LUMN?
- Sales tumbled by 9.5% annually over the last five years, showing market trends are working against its favor during this cycle
- 6.6 percentage point decline in its free cash flow margin over the last five years reflects the company’s increased investments to defend its market position
- Shrinking returns on capital from an already weak position reveal that neither previous nor ongoing investments are yielding the desired results
Lumen’s stock price of $8.80 implies a valuation ratio of 2.9x forward EV-to-EBITDA. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why LUMN doesn’t pass our bar.
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