Stocks trading between $10 and $50 can be particularly interesting as they frequently represent businesses that have survived their early challenges. However, investors should remain vigilant as some may still have unproven business models, leaving them vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of the broader market.
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.
RingCentral (RNG)
Share Price: $29.62
Built on its proprietary Message Video Phone (MVP) platform that unifies multiple communication methods, RingCentral (NYSE: RNG) provides AI-driven cloud communications and collaboration solutions that enable businesses to connect through voice, video, messaging, and contact center services.
Why Are We Out on RNG?
- Products, pricing, or go-to-market strategy may need some adjustments as its 4.2% average billings growth over the last year was weak
- Estimated sales growth of 4.5% for the next 12 months implies demand will slow from its two-year trend
- Long payback periods on sales and marketing expenses limit customer growth and signal the company operates in a highly competitive environment
RingCentral’s stock price of $29.62 implies a valuation ratio of 1x forward price-to-sales. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why RNG doesn’t pass our bar.
Bally's (BALY)
Share Price: $17.24
Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) is a diversified global casino-entertainment company that owns and manages casinos, resorts, and online gaming platforms.
Why Should You Sell BALY?
- 2% annual revenue growth over the last two years was slower than its consumer discretionary peers
- Shrinking returns on capital from an already weak position reveal that neither previous nor ongoing investments are yielding the desired results
- Limited cash reserves may force the company to seek unfavorable financing terms that could dilute shareholders
Bally's is trading at $17.24 per share, or 1.9x forward EV-to-EBITDA. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including BALY in your portfolio.
Sealed Air (SEE)
Share Price: $41.74
Founded in 1960, Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE: SEE) specializes in the development and production of protective and food packaging solutions, serving a variety of industries.
Why Is SEE Risky?
- Flat unit sales over the past two years suggest it might have to lower prices to accelerate growth
- Sales are projected to be flat over the next 12 months and imply weak demand
- Eroding returns on capital suggest its historical profit centers are aging
At $41.74 per share, Sealed Air trades at 13.1x forward P/E. If you’re considering SEE for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
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 6 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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