1 Nasdaq 100 Stock on Our Buy List and 2 We Avoid

The Nasdaq 100 (^NDX) is home to some of the biggest success stories in tech and growth investing. However, certain stocks in the index face challenges like profitability concerns, rising costs, or shifts in market trends.

Even among high-growth companies, some are struggling, which is why we built StockStory - to help you separate winners from losers. Keeping that in mind, here is one Nasdaq 100 stock that could lead the market and two that may struggle.

Two Stocks to Sell:

MicroStrategy (MSTR)

Market Cap: $93.64 billion

Once a traditional business intelligence software provider, MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) develops AI-powered enterprise analytics software while also functioning as a major corporate holder of Bitcoin cryptocurrency.

Why Do We Steer Clear of MSTR?

1. MicroStrategy’s core analytics software has been eclipsed by its all-in Bitcoin strategy, leaving product innovation and enterprise deals starved for attention
2. The company’s debt-financed Bitcoin buying ties shareholder fortunes to crypto swings and interest rates, amplifying downside risk and uncertainty
3. On the bright side, its vast Bitcoin treasury gives Executive Chairman Michael Saylor a unique springboard to capture crypto upside and court investors seeking leveraged exposure to digital assets

MicroStrategy is trading at $328 per share, or 212x forward price-to-sales. If you’re considering MSTR for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.

GE HealthCare (GEHC)

Market Cap: $34.06 billion

Spun off from industrial giant General Electric in 2023 after over a century as its healthcare division, GE HealthCare (NASDAQ:GEHC) provides medical imaging equipment, patient monitoring systems, diagnostic pharmaceuticals, and AI-enabled healthcare solutions to hospitals and clinics worldwide.

Why Do We Think Twice About GEHC?

1. Absence of organic revenue growth over the past two years suggests it may have to lean into acquisitions to drive its expansion
2. Performance over the past four years shows its incremental sales were much less profitable, as its earnings per share fell by 3.7% annually
3. 9.6 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

At $74.85 per share, GE HealthCare trades at 18.1x forward P/E. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than GEHC.

One Stock to Buy:

Monster (MNST)

Market Cap: $62.96 billion

Founded in 2002 as a natural soda and juice company, Monster Beverage (NASDAQ:MNST) is a pioneer of the energy drink category, and its Monster Energy brand targets a young, active demographic.

Why Is MNST a Good Business?

1. Highly efficient business model is illustrated by its impressive 27.5% operating margin
2. Impressive free cash flow profitability enables the company to fund new investments or reward investors with share buybacks/dividends, and its improved cash conversion implies it’s becoming a less capital-intensive business
3. ROIC punches in at 37.6%, illustrating management’s expertise in identifying profitable investments

Monster’s stock price of $64.52 implies a valuation ratio of 33.1x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.

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