The $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead. They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.
These dynamics can cause headaches for even the most seasoned professionals, which is why we started StockStory - to help you separate the good companies from the bad. That said, here are three stocks under $50 to swipe left on and some alternatives you should look into instead.
OneWater (ONEW)
Share Price: $11.96
A public company since early 2020, OneWater Marine (NASDAQ: ONEW) sells boats, yachts, and other marine products.
Why Do We Steer Clear of ONEW?
- Disappointing same-store sales over the past two years show customers aren’t responding well to its product selection and store experience
- Revenue growth over the past three years was nullified by the company’s new share issuances as its earnings per share fell by 66.6% annually
- 7× net-debt-to-EBITDA ratio makes lenders less willing to extend additional capital, potentially necessitating dilutive equity offerings
At $11.96 per share, OneWater trades at 19.8x forward P/E. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than ONEW.
Franklin Resources (BEN)
Share Price: $22.49
Operating under the widely recognized Franklin Templeton brand since 1947, Franklin Resources (NYSE: BEN) is a global investment management organization that offers financial services and solutions to individuals, institutions, and wealth advisors worldwide.
Why Is BEN Risky?
- Muted 4.8% annual revenue growth over the last two years shows its demand lagged behind its financials peers
- Incremental sales over the last five years were much less profitable as its earnings per share fell by 3.3% annually while its revenue grew
- Below-average return on equity indicates management struggled to find compelling investment opportunities
Franklin Resources’s stock price of $22.49 implies a valuation ratio of 8.8x forward P/E. If you’re considering BEN for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
FirstSun Capital Bancorp (FSUN)
Share Price: $33.43
Tracing its roots back to 1892 when it first opened its doors in Kansas, FirstSun Capital Bancorp (NASDAQ: FSUN) operates Sunflower Bank, providing commercial and consumer banking services to businesses and individuals across the Southwest region.
Why Are We Cautious About FSUN?
- Annual revenue growth of 2.9% over the last two years was below our standards for the banking sector
- Net interest margin dropped by 23.3 basis points (100 basis points = 1 percentage point) over the last two years, implying the firm’s loan book profitability fell as competitors entered the market
- Projected tangible book value per share decline of 2.9% for the next 12 months points to tough credit quality challenges ahead
FirstSun Capital Bancorp is trading at $33.43 per share, or 0.8x forward P/B. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why FSUN doesn’t pass our bar.
Stocks We Like More
The market’s up big this year - but there’s a catch. Just 4 stocks account for half the S&P 500’s entire gain. That kind of concentration makes investors nervous, and for good reason. While everyone piles into the same crowded names, smart investors are hunting quality where no one’s looking - and paying a fraction of the price. Check out the high-quality names we’ve flagged in our Top 5 Strong Momentum Stocks for this week. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 244% over the last five years (as of June 30, 2025).
Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,326% between June 2020 and June 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-small-cap company Exlservice (+354% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free. Find your next big winner with StockStory today. Find your next big winner with StockStory today
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