Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains. This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.
These stocks can be a rollercoaster, and StockStory is here to guide you through the ups and downs. That said, here is one volatile stock that could deliver huge gains and two that might not be worth the risk.
Two Stocks to Sell:
AAR (AIR)
Rolling One-Year Beta: 1.19
The first third-party MRO approved by the FAA for Safety Management System Requirements, AAR (NYSE:AIR) is a provider of aircraft maintenance services
Why Does AIR Worry Us?
- Annual revenue growth of 6.1% over the last five years was below our standards for the industrials sector
- Free cash flow margin dropped by 5.6 percentage points over the last five years, implying the company became more capital intensive as competition picked up
- ROIC of 7% reflects management’s challenges in identifying attractive investment opportunities, and its shrinking returns suggest its past profit sources are losing steam
AAR’s stock price of $75.68 implies a valuation ratio of 16.8x forward P/E. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than AIR.
Citigroup (C)
Rolling One-Year Beta: 1.53
With operations in nearly 160 countries and a history dating back to 1812, Citigroup (NYSE:C) is a global financial services company that provides banking, investment, wealth management, and payment solutions to consumers, corporations, and governments.
Why Are We Cautious About C?
- Annual net interest income growth of 5.3% over the last five years lagged behind its banking peers as its large revenue base made it difficult to generate incremental demand
- Demand is forecasted to shrink as its estimated net interest income for the next 12 months is flat
- Weak unit economics are reflected in its net interest margin of 2.4%, one of the worst among bank companies
Citigroup is trading at $95.15 per share, or 0.9x forward P/B. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why C doesn’t pass our bar.
One Stock to Watch:
Warby Parker (WRBY)
Rolling One-Year Beta: 1.34
Founded in 2010, Warby Parker (NYSE:WRBY) designs, manufactures, and sells eyewear, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses, through its e-commerce platform and physical retail locations.
Why Are We Positive On WRBY?
- Rapidly increasing store base reflects a desire to sell in new markets and scale quickly
- Differentiated product assortment is reflected in its best-in-class gross margin of 54.9%
- Earnings growth has massively outpaced its peers over the last three years as its EPS has compounded at 68.5% annually
At $25.26 per share, Warby Parker trades at 71.3x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.
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