Stocks in the $10-50 range offer a sweet spot between affordability and stability as they’re typically more established than penny stocks. But their headline prices don’t guarantee quality, and investors should exercise caution as some have shaky business models.
This is precisely where StockStory comes in - we do the heavy lifting to identify companies with solid fundamentals so you can invest with confidence. Keeping that in mind, here are two stocks under $50 that could 10x and one best left ignored.
One Stock Under $50 to Sell:
Artivion (AORT)
Share Price: $43.04
Formerly known as CryoLife until its 2022 rebranding, Artivion (NYSE:AORT) develops and manufactures medical devices and preserves human tissues used in cardiac and vascular surgical procedures for patients with aortic disease.
Why Do We Think Twice About AORT?
- Smaller revenue base of $422.6 million means it hasn’t achieved the economies of scale that some industry juggernauts enjoy
- Poor free cash flow margin of 0.1% for the last five years limits its freedom to invest in growth initiatives, execute share buybacks, or pay dividends
- Below-average returns on capital indicate management struggled to find compelling investment opportunities
At $43.04 per share, Artivion trades at 56.7x forward P/E. If you’re considering AORT for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
Two Stocks Under $50 to Watch:
Mirion (MIR)
Share Price: $25.20
With its technology protecting workers in over 130 countries and equipment used in 80% of cancer centers worldwide, Mirion Technologies (NYSE:MIR) provides radiation detection, measurement, and monitoring solutions for medical, nuclear energy, defense, and scientific research applications.
Why Is MIR Interesting?
- Impressive 11.8% annual revenue growth over the last five years indicates it’s winning market share this cycle
- Operating margin expanded by 6.2 percentage points over the last five years as it scaled and became more efficient
- Performance over the past two years shows its incremental sales were extremely profitable, as its annual earnings per share growth of 29.1% outpaced its revenue gains
Mirion’s stock price of $25.20 implies a valuation ratio of 46.2x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? See for yourself in our full research report, it’s free.
American Superconductor (AMSC)
Share Price: $31.52
Founded in 1987, American Superconductor (NASDAQ:AMSC) has shifted from superconductor research to developing power systems, adapting to changing energy grid needs and naval technology requirements.
Why Will AMSC Beat the Market?
- Annual revenue growth of 49% over the last two years was superb and indicates its market share increased during this cycle
- Free cash flow margin is now positive, showing the company has crossed a key inflection point
- Rising returns on capital show the company is starting to reap the benefits of its past investments
American Superconductor is trading at $31.52 per share, or 38.9x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.
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