Boost Your Portfolio With These 5 Low Price-to-Book Stocks

Valuation Metrics - The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is a common valuation metric, but for companies with losses or minimal profits, the price-to-sales (P/S) ratio is more effective in identifying undervalued stocks [1] - The price-to-book (P/B) ratio is another useful tool for identifying low-priced stocks with high growth potential, calculated by dividing the stock's current price by its book value per share [2][6] Book Value - Book value represents the total value remaining for shareholders if a company were to liquidate its assets after settling all liabilities, calculated by subtracting total liabilities from total assets [4][5] - A P/B ratio of less than one indicates that a stock is trading below its book value, suggesting it may be undervalued, while a ratio above one may indicate overvaluation [6][7] Stock Examples - Centene Corporation (CNC) is a diversified healthcare company with a projected 3-5 year EPS growth rate of 11.5%, currently holding a Zacks Rank of 2 and a Value Score of A [16][17] - Pediatrix Medical Group (MD) provides specialized physician services with a projected EPS growth rate of 9.5% and also holds a Zacks Rank of 2 and a Value Score of A [18][19] - Pfizer (PFE), a major pharmaceutical company, has a projected EPS growth rate of 13.8% and maintains a Zacks Rank of 2 and a Value Score of A [19] - StoneCo (STNE) offers financial technology solutions with a projected EPS growth rate of 26.3%, holding a Zacks Rank of 1 and a Value Score of B [20] - Banco Santander (SAN), the largest bank in Spain, has a projected EPS growth rate of 9.6% and a Zacks Rank of 2 with a Value Score of A [21][22] Screening Parameters - Stocks with a P/B ratio less than the industry median indicate potential for price appreciation [12] - A P/S ratio lower than the industry average makes a stock more attractive [12] - A P/E ratio (F1) below the industry median is considered favorable [13] - A PEG ratio of less than 1 suggests that a stock is undervalued relative to its growth prospects [14] - Stocks should have a minimum trading price of $5 and an average 20-day volume of at least 100,000 for better liquidity [15]