Stocks in the $10-50 range offer a sweet spot between affordability and stability as they’re typically more established than penny stocks. But their headline prices don’t guarantee quality, and investors should exercise caution as some have shaky business models.
This is precisely where StockStory comes in - we do the heavy lifting to identify companies with solid fundamentals so you can invest with confidence. That said, here is one stock under $50 that could 10x and two best left ignored.
Two Stocks Under $50 to Sell:
Academy Sports (ASO)
Share Price: $47.22
Founded in 1938 as a tire shop before expanding into fishing equipment, Academy Sports & Outdoor (NASDAQ: ASO) sells a broad selection of sporting goods but is still known for its outdoor activity merchandise.
Why Are We Hesitant About ASO?
- Annual revenue growth of 4% over the last six years was below our standards for the consumer retail sector
- Lagging same-store sales over the past two years suggest it might have to change its pricing and marketing strategy to stimulate demand
- Earnings per share have contracted by 2.5% annually over the last four years, a headwind for returns as stock prices often echo long-term EPS performance
Academy Sports’s stock price of $47.22 implies a valuation ratio of 7.7x forward P/E. To fully understand why you should be careful with ASO, check out our full research report (it’s free for active Edge members).
Baxter (BAX)
Share Price: $17.89
With a history dating back to 1931 and products used in over 100 countries, Baxter International (NYSE: BAX) provides essential healthcare products including dialysis therapies, IV solutions, infusion systems, surgical products, and patient monitoring technologies to hospitals and clinics worldwide.
Why Do We Pass on BAX?
- Constant currency growth was below our standards over the past two years, suggesting it might need to invest in product improvements to get back on track
- Sales over the last five years were less profitable as its earnings per share fell by 4.3% annually while its revenue was flat
- Below-average returns on capital indicate management struggled to find compelling investment opportunities
At $17.89 per share, Baxter trades at 8.2x forward P/E. If you’re considering BAX for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
One Stock Under $50 to Watch:
Cadre (CDRE)
Share Price: $45.99
Originally known as Safariland, Cadre (NYSE: CDRE) specializes in manufacturing and distributing safety and survivability equipment for first responders.
Why Are We Fans of CDRE?
- Market share has increased this cycle as its 13.4% annual revenue growth over the last two years was exceptional
- Earnings growth has easily exceeded the peer group average over the last two years as its EPS has compounded at 14.8% annually
- Stellar returns on capital showcase management’s ability to surface highly profitable business ventures
Cadre is trading at $45.99 per share, or 30.1x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
Stocks We Like Even More
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