3 Medical Devices Stocks to Sell Now

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The overall ratings of three medical devices stocks are down on Portfolio Grader this week. Each of these rates a “D” (“sell”) or “F” overall (“strong sell”).

Derma Sciences, Inc. (DSCI) ratings are on the decline this week as the company earns an F (“strong sell”). Last week, it received a D (“sell”). Derma Sciences markets and sells a range of skin care, wound management, and specialty securement devices. In Portfolio Grader’s specific subcategories of Equity, Cash Flow and Sales Growth, DSCI also gets an F. Shares of the stock have been changing hands at an unusually rapid pace, three times the rate of the week prior. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of DSCI stock.

St. Jude Medical, Inc. (STJ) is on the decline this week, earning a D (“sell”) after receiving a C (“hold”) last week. St. Jude Medical makes and distributes cardiovascular medical devices. Shares of the stock have been changing hands at an unusually rapid pace, twice the rate of the week prior. To get an in-depth look at STJ, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of STJ stock.

Baxter International (BAX) is having a tough week. The company’s rating falls from a C to a D. Baxter International develops, manufactures and markets products related to hemophilia, immune disorders, infectious diseases, kidney disease, trauma, and other chronic and acute medical conditions. The stock also gets an F in Earnings Revisions. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of BAX stock.

Louis Navellier’s proprietary Portfolio Grader stock ranking system assesses roughly 5,000 companies every week based on a number of fundamental and quantitative measures. Stocks are given a letter grade based on their results — with A being “strong buy,” and F being “strong sell.” Explore the tool here.


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