Wall Street has set ambitious price targets for the stocks in this article. While this suggests attractive upside potential, it’s important to remain skeptical because analysts face institutional pressures that can sometimes lead to overly optimistic forecasts.
At StockStory, we look beyond the headlines with our independent analysis to determine whether these bullish calls are justified. Keeping that in mind, here are three stocks where Wall Street’s enthusiasm may be misplaced and some other investments worth exploring instead.
Domo (DOMO)
Consensus Price Target: $18.50 (34.9% implied return)
Named for the Japanese word meaning "thank you very much," Domo (NASDAQ: DOMO) provides a cloud-based business intelligence platform that connects people with real-time data and insights across organizations.
Why Do We Pass on DOMO?
- Customers had second thoughts about committing to its platform over the last year as its billings averaged 1.1% declines
- Long payback periods on sales and marketing expenses limit customer growth and signal the company operates in a highly competitive environment
- Depletion of cash reserves could lead to a fundraising event that triggers shareholder dilution
Domo is trading at $13.71 per share, or 1.7x forward price-to-sales. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including DOMO in your portfolio.
MarineMax (HZO)
Consensus Price Target: $30.17 (21.8% implied return)
Appropriately headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, MarineMax (NYSE: HZO) sells boats, yachts, and other marine products.
Why Do We Avoid HZO?
- Store closures and poor same-store sales reveal weak demand and a push toward operational efficiency
- Lagging same-store sales over the past two years suggest it might have to change its pricing and marketing strategy to stimulate demand
- Short cash runway increases the probability of a capital raise that dilutes existing shareholders
MarineMax’s stock price of $24.77 implies a valuation ratio of 15.7x forward P/E. To fully understand why you should be careful with HZO, check out our full research report (it’s free for active Edge members).
Post (POST)
Consensus Price Target: $126.56 (21.8% implied return)
Founded in 1895, Post (NYSE: POST) is a packaged food company known for its namesake breakfast cereal and healthier-for-you snacks.
Why Are We Cautious About POST?
- Falling unit sales over the past two years show it’s struggled to move its products and had to rely on price increases
- Free cash flow margin shrank by 1.9 percentage points over the last year, suggesting the company is consuming more capital to stay competitive
- ROIC of 5.8% reflects management’s challenges in identifying attractive investment opportunities
At $103.93 per share, Post trades at 13.6x forward P/E. If you’re considering POST for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
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