3 Stocks Under $50 in the Doghouse

Stocks trading between $10 and $50 can be particularly interesting as they frequently represent businesses that have survived their early challenges. However, investors should remain vigilant as some may still have unproven business models, leaving them vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of the broader market.

Luckily for you, our mission at StockStory is to help you make money and avoid losses by sorting the winners from the losers. That said, here are three stocks under $50 to swipe left on and some alternatives you should look into instead.

Conagra (CAG)

Share Price: $21.68

Founded in 1919 as Nebraska Consolidated Mills in Omaha, Nebraska, Conagra Brands today (NYSE:CAG) boasts a diverse portfolio of packaged foods brands that includes everything from whipped cream to jarred pickles to frozen meals.

Why Should You Sell CAG?

1. Shrinking unit sales over the past two years indicate demand is soft and that the company may need to revise its product strategy
2. Sales are projected to tank by 2.4% over the next 12 months as demand evaporates
3. Efficiency has decreased over the last year as its operating margin fell by 7.9 percentage points

At $21.68 per share, Conagra trades at 8.8x forward P/E. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including CAG in your portfolio.

Levi's (LEVI)

Share Price: $17.59

Credited for inventing the first pair of blue jeans in 1873, Levi's (NYSE:LEVI) is an apparel company renowned for its iconic denim products and classic American style.

Why Is LEVI Risky?

1. Weak constant currency growth over the past two years indicates challenges in maintaining its market share
2. Estimated sales for the next 12 months are flat and imply a softer demand environment
3. Low returns on capital reflect management’s struggle to allocate funds effectively, and its shrinking returns suggest its past profit sources are losing steam

Levi's is trading at $17.59 per share, or 13.6x forward P/E. If you’re considering LEVI for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.

La-Z-Boy (LZB)

Share Price: $38.13

The prized possession of every mancave, La-Z-Boy (NYSE:LZB) is a furniture company specializing in recliners, sofas, and seats.

Why Do We Pass on LZB?

1. Annual sales declines of 5.3% for the past two years show its products and services struggled to connect with the market
2. Projected sales growth of 2.4% for the next 12 months suggests sluggish demand
3. Diminishing returns on capital suggest its earlier profit pools are drying up

La-Z-Boy’s stock price of $38.13 implies a valuation ratio of 11.6x forward P/E. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including LZB in your portfolio.

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