2 Volatile Stocks to Research Further and 1 We Brush Off

A highly volatile stock can deliver big gains - or just as easily wipe out a portfolio if things go south. While some investors embrace risk, mistakes can be costly for those who aren’t prepared.

At StockStory, our job is to help you avoid costly mistakes and stay on the right side of the trade. Keeping that in mind, here are two volatile stocks that could reward patient investors and one that might not be worth the risk.

One Stock to Sell:

Nordson (NDSN)

Rolling One-Year Beta: 1.15

Founded in 1954, Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ:NDSN) manufactures dispensing equipment and industrial adhesives, sealants and coatings.

Why Do We Think Twice About NDSN?

1. Organic sales performance over the past two years indicates the company may need to make strategic adjustments or rely on M&A to catalyze faster growth
2. Earnings growth over the last two years fell short of the peer group average as its EPS only increased by 2% annually
3. Eroding returns on capital suggest its historical profit centers are aging

At $252.82 per share, Nordson trades at 22.4x forward P/E. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including NDSN in your portfolio.

Two Stocks to Watch:

Booking (BKNG)

Rolling One-Year Beta: 1.09

Formerly known as The Priceline Group, Booking Holdings (NASDAQ:BKNG) is the world’s largest online travel agency.

Why Does BKNG Stand Out?

1. Strong consumer demand for its platform drove 17.6% annual revenue growth over the last three years, outperforming sector peers
2. Share buybacks catapulted its annual earnings per share growth to 34.1%, which outperformed its revenue gains over the last three years
3. Strong free cash flow margin of 34.3% enables it to reinvest or return capital consistently, and its rising cash conversion increases its margin of safety

Booking’s stock price of $5,441 implies a valuation ratio of 16.3x forward EV/EBITDA. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.

AAR (AIR)

Rolling One-Year Beta: 1.06

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 Do We Like AIR?

1. Impressive 17% annual revenue growth over the last two years indicates it’s winning market share this cycle
2. Market share will likely rise over the next 12 months as its expected revenue growth of 15.7% is robust
3. Earnings growth has trumped its peers over the last two years as its EPS has compounded at 17.9% annually

AAR is trading at $92.47 per share, or 17.5x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our comprehensive research report, it’s free for active Edge members .

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