A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance. Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.
Choosing the wrong investments can cause you to fall behind, which is why we started StockStory - to separate the winners from the losers. Keeping that in mind, here is one low-volatility stock that could offer consistent gains and two stuck in limbo.
Two Stocks to Sell:
Gray Television (GTN)
Rolling One-Year Beta: 0.80
Specializing in local media coverage, Gray Television (NYSE: GTN) is a broadcast company supplying digital media to various markets in the United States.
Why Do We Steer Clear of GTN?
- Muted 9.1% annual revenue growth over the last five years shows its demand lagged behind its consumer discretionary peers
- Diminishing returns on capital from an already low starting point show that neither management’s prior nor current bets are going as planned
- 6× net-debt-to-EBITDA ratio makes lenders less willing to extend additional capital, potentially necessitating dilutive equity offerings
At $4.93 per share, Gray Television trades at 7.1x forward EV-to-EBITDA. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including GTN in your portfolio.
Lake City Bank (LKFN)
Rolling One-Year Beta: 0.83
Dating back to 1872 and deeply rooted in Indiana's communities, Lakeland Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: LKFN) operates Lake City Bank, providing commercial and consumer banking services throughout Northern and Central Indiana.
Why Is LKFN Not Exciting?
- Sales trends were unexciting over the last two years as its 2.6% annual growth was below the typical banking company
- 6.5% annual net interest income growth over the last five years was slower than its banking peers
- Incremental sales over the last five years were less profitable as its 3.5% annual earnings per share growth lagged its revenue gains
Lake City Bank’s stock price of $58.76 implies a valuation ratio of 2x forward P/B. If you’re considering LKFN for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
One Stock to Watch:
Fidelity National Financial (FNF)
Rolling One-Year Beta: 0.66
Issuing more title insurance policies than any other company in the United States, Fidelity National Financial (NYSE: FNF) provides title insurance and escrow services for real estate transactions while also offering annuities and life insurance through its F&G subsidiary.
Why Do We Like FNF?
- Estimated revenue growth of 8% for the next 12 months implies its momentum over the last two years will continue
- Pre-tax profit margin expanded by 4.2 percentage points over the last two years as it scaled and became more efficient
- Stellar return on equity showcases management’s ability to surface highly profitable business ventures
Fidelity National Financial is trading at $54.89 per share, or 1.6x forward P/B. Is now the time to initiate a position? See for yourself in our comprehensive research report, it’s free for active Edge members .
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