StockStory Flags Stocks to Avoid

StockStory warns that cash generation or strong current profitability alone do not make a company a long-term winner, publishing multiple sector-themed lists identifying stocks to avoid because of flat or declining sales, shrinking free-cash-flow margins, eroding returns on capital, high leverage, weak demand or tight liquidity. It flags cash-producing and broadly profitable firms — including Gray Television, Cummins, Toro, Kimberly‑Clark, Choice Hotels, HP and IAC — for failing to grow or reinvest efficiently. Small-cap or scale‑challenged businesses such as Tilly’s, Organon, Oshkosh and Select Medical are warned as having limited coverage and higher downside risk. Unprofitable or cash‑burning companies (ACV Auctions, STAAR Surgical) and unpopular or volatile stocks (Dropbox, ChargePoint, Keysight, Pursuit) are singled out for margin erosion, falling billings or potential dilutive financing. StockStory advises investors to prioritize firms with sustainable revenue growth, improving margins, healthy free cash flow and durable returns on capital and to rely on independent analysis rather than Wall Street price targets or momentum.