Stocks with low volatility can be a great foundation for a portfolio, especially for investors looking to reduce risk. While they don’t often make headlines, these companies provide consistency in an unpredictable market.

But not all investments are created equal, which is why we built StockStory - to help you separate the winners from the losers. Keeping that in mind, here are three low-volatility stocks that could succeed under all market conditions.

IMAX (IMAX)

Rolling One-Year Beta: 0.28

Originally developed for World Expo '67 in Montreal as an innovative projection system, IMAX (NYSE: IMAX) provides proprietary large-format cinema technology and systems that deliver immersive movie experiences with enhanced image quality and sound.

Why Are We Fans of IMAX?

1. Performance over the past two years shows its incremental sales were extremely profitable, as its annual earnings per share growth of 34.3% outpaced its revenue gains
2. Free cash flow margin increased by 26.4 percentage points over the last five years, giving the company more capital to invest or return to shareholders
3. Improving returns on capital suggest its past investments are beginning to deliver value

IMAX is trading at $27.55 per share, or 21.5x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? See for yourself in our in-depth research report, it’s free.

Morningstar (MORN)

Rolling One-Year Beta: 0.89

Founded in 1984 by Joe Mansueto with just $80,000 in personal savings, Morningstar (NASDAQ: MORN) provides independent investment data, research, and analysis tools that help investors, advisors, and institutions make informed financial decisions.

Why Will MORN Beat the Market?

1. Offerings and unique value proposition resonate with customers, as seen in its above-market 12.7% annual sales growth over the last five years
2. Additional sales over the last two years increased its profitability as the 321% annual growth in its earnings per share outpaced its revenue
3. ROE punches in at 15.8%, illustrating management’s expertise in identifying profitable investments

Morningstar’s stock price of $261.29 implies a valuation ratio of 27.9x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.

Everest Group (EG)

Rolling One-Year Beta: 0.53

Rebranded from Everest Re in 2023 to reflect its evolution beyond just reinsurance, Everest Group (NYSE: EG) underwrites property and casualty reinsurance and insurance worldwide, serving insurance companies, corporations, and other clients across six continents.

Why Could EG Be a Winner?

1. Annual revenue growth of 15.4% over the past two years was outstanding, reflecting market share gains this cycle
2. Market penetration was impressive this cycle as its net premiums earned expanded by 14% annually over the last five years
3. Projected book value per share growth of 16.2% for the next 12 months suggests its capital momentum from the last two years will persist

At $341.32 per share, Everest Group trades at 0.9x forward P/B. Is now the right time to buy? See for yourself in our comprehensive research report, it’s free.

Stocks We Like Even More

When Trump unveiled his aggressive tariff plan in April 2025, markets tanked as investors feared a full-blown trade war. But those who panicked and sold missed the subsequent rebound that’s already erased most losses.

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