2 Stocks Under $50 on Our Buy List and 1 We Find Risky

The $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead. They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.

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. Keeping that in mind, here are two stocks under $50 with massive upside potential and one that may have trouble.

One Stock Under $50 to Sell:

LSI (LYTS)

Share Price: $23.37

Enhancing commercial environments, LSI (NASDAQ:LYTS) provides lighting and display solutions for businesses and retailers.

Why Are We Cautious About LYTS?

1. 7.4% annual revenue growth over the last two years was slower than its industrials peers
2. Estimated sales growth of 3.5% for the next 12 months implies demand will slow from its two-year trend
3. Issuance of new shares over the last two years caused its earnings per share growth of 3% to lag its revenue gains

LSI is trading at $23.37 per share, or 20.3x forward P/E. If you’re considering LYTS for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.

Two Stocks Under $50 to Buy:

Astronics (ATRO)

Share Price: $50.47

Integrating power outlets into many Boeing aircraft, Astronics (NASDAQ:ATRO) is a provider of technologies and services to the global aerospace, defense, and electronics industries.

Why Will ATRO Beat the Market?

1. Market share has increased this cycle as its 15.1% annual revenue growth over the last two years was exceptional
2. Free cash flow profile has moved into positive territory over the last five years, showing the company is at an important crossroads
3. Historical investments are beginning to pay off as its returns on capital are growing

At $50.47 per share, Astronics trades at 26.6x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? See for yourself in our in-depth research report, it’s free for active Edge members.

Cadence Bank (CADE)

Share Price: $35.41

With roots dating back to 1885 and a strategic focus on middle-market commercial lending, Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE:CADE) is a bank holding company that provides commercial banking, retail banking, and wealth management services to middle-market businesses and individuals.

Why Is CADE a Good Business?

1. Market share has increased this cycle as its 17.8% annual net interest income growth over the last five years was exceptional
2. Net interest margin jumped by 34 basis points (100 basis points = 1 percentage point) over the last two years, giving the firm more resources to pursue growth initiatives
3. Earnings per share grew by 5.3% annually over the last two years, massively outpacing its peers

Cadence Bank’s stock price of $35.41 implies a valuation ratio of 1.1x forward P/B. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.

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