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.
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 are three stocks under $50 to swipe left on and some alternatives you should look into instead.
International Paper (IP)
Share Price: $46.51
Established in 1898, International Paper (NYSE:IP) produces containerboard, pulp, paper, and materials used in packaging and printing applications.
Why Should You Sell IP?
- Annual sales declines of 2.1% for the past five years show its products and services struggled to connect with the market during this cycle
- Capital intensity has ramped up over the last five years as its free cash flow margin decreased by 11.5 percentage points
- Waning returns on capital from an already weak starting point displays the inefficacy of management’s past and current investment decisions
International Paper is trading at $46.51 per share, or 7x forward EV-to-EBITDA. If you’re considering IP for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
Envista (NVST)
Share Price: $19.65
Uniting more than 30 trusted brands including Nobel Biocare, Ormco, and DEXIS under one corporate umbrella, Envista Holdings (NYSE:NVST) is a global dental products company that provides equipment, consumables, and specialized technologies for dental professionals.
Why Do We Avoid NVST?
- Constant currency revenue growth has disappointed over the past two years and shows demand was soft
- Earnings per share fell by 13.9% annually over the last five years while its revenue was flat, showing each sale was less profitable
- Eroding returns on capital from an already low base indicate that management’s recent investments are destroying value
Envista’s stock price of $19.65 implies a valuation ratio of 19.2x forward P/E. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including NVST in your portfolio.
Glacier Bancorp (GBCI)
Share Price: $43.63
Operating through seventeen distinct bank divisions with local brands and management teams, Glacier Bancorp (NYSE:GBCI) is a bank holding company that provides various banking services to individuals and businesses across eight western states.
Why Does GBCI Fall Short?
- Customers postponed purchases of its products and services this cycle as its revenue declined by 2.5% annually over the last two years
- Annual net interest income growth of 4% over the last four years was below our standards for the bank sector
- Earnings per share decreased by more than its revenue over the last two years, showing each sale was less profitable
At $43.63 per share, Glacier Bancorp trades at 1.4x forward P/B. To fully understand why you should be careful with GBCI, check out our full research report (it’s free).
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