A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance. Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.
Finding the right balance between safety and returns isn’t easy, which is why StockStory is here to help. That said, here is one low-volatility stock that could offer consistent gains and two stuck in limbo.
Two Stocks to Sell:
Okta (OKTA)
Rolling One-Year Beta: 0.91
Named after the meteorological measurement for cloud cover, Okta (NASDAQ: OKTA) provides cloud-based identity management solutions that help organizations securely connect their employees, partners, and customers to the right applications and services.
Why Are We Cautious About OKTA?
- Products, pricing, or go-to-market strategy may need some adjustments as its 10.9% average billings growth over the last year was weak
- Estimated sales growth of 8.7% for the next 12 months implies demand will slow from its two-year trend
- Free cash flow margin is forecasted to shrink by 2.9 percentage points in the coming year, suggesting the company will consume more capital to keep up with its competitors
At $83.88 per share, Okta trades at 5.1x forward price-to-sales. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than OKTA.
Landstar (LSTR)
Rolling One-Year Beta: 0.85
Covering billions of miles throughout North America, Landstar (NASDAQ: LSTR) is a transportation company specializing in freight and last-mile delivery services.
Why Should You Dump LSTR?
- Sales tumbled by 8.9% annually over the last two years, showing market trends are working against its favor during this cycle
- Incremental sales over the last five years were less profitable as its earnings per share were flat while its revenue grew
- Diminishing returns on capital suggest its earlier profit pools are drying up
Landstar’s stock price of $127.91 implies a valuation ratio of 25.2x forward P/E. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including LSTR in your portfolio.
One Stock to Watch:
Molina Healthcare (MOH)
Rolling One-Year Beta: -0.23
Founded in 1980 as a provider for underserved communities in Southern California, Molina Healthcare (NYSE: MOH) provides managed healthcare services primarily to low-income individuals through Medicaid, Medicare, and Marketplace insurance programs across 21 states.
Why Could MOH Be a Winner?
- Market share has increased this cycle as its 19.3% annual revenue growth over the last five years was exceptional
- Economies of scale give it fixed cost leverage when sales grow as well as negotiating power over membership pricing and reimbursement rates
- Earnings per share have grown at a respectable 5.8% annual rate over the last five years, a bit better than the industry average
Molina Healthcare is trading at $138.50 per share, or 11.6x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our comprehensive research report, it’s free for active Edge members .
High-Quality Stocks for All Market Conditions
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