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 is one stock under $50 that could 10x and two best left ignored.
Two Stocks Under $50 to Sell:
Omnicell (OMCL)
Share Price: $30.40
Driven by the vision of an "Autonomous Pharmacy" with zero medication errors, Omnicell (NASDAQ: OMCL) provides medication management automation and adherence tools that help healthcare systems and pharmacies reduce errors and improve efficiency.
Why Do We Avoid OMCL?
- Customers postponed purchases of its products and services this cycle as its revenue declined by 3.5% annually over the last two years
- Earnings per share fell by 6.1% annually over the last five years while its revenue grew, showing its incremental sales were much less profitable
- 13.1 percentage point decline in its free cash flow margin over the last five years reflects the company’s increased investments to defend its market position
Omnicell’s stock price of $30.40 implies a valuation ratio of 20.7x forward P/E. If you’re considering OMCL for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
Peoples Bancorp (PEBO)
Share Price: $29.74
Founded in 1902 in Ohio and expanding through both organic growth and acquisitions, Peoples Bancorp (NASDAQ: PEBO) is a financial holding company that provides banking, insurance, equipment leasing, and investment services to consumers and businesses.
Why Are We Wary of PEBO?
- Estimated net interest income growth of 1.8% for the next 12 months implies demand will slow from its five-year trend
- 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
- Muted 1.4% annual tangible book value per share growth over the last five years shows its capital generation lagged behind its banking peers
At $29.74 per share, Peoples Bancorp trades at 0.9x forward P/B. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than PEBO.
One Stock Under $50 to Watch:
FirstSun Capital Bancorp (FSUN)
Share Price: $38.86
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 Do We Like FSUN?
- Annual net interest income growth of 18.7% over the past five years was outstanding, reflecting market share gains this cycle
- Efficiency ratio improved by 11.8 percentage points over the last four years as it scaled
- Impressive 8.8% annual tangible book value per share growth over the last four years indicates it’s building equity value this cycle
FirstSun Capital Bancorp is trading at $38.86 per share, or 0.9x forward P/B. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.
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