Amplitude's Weak Net Retention and Vontier's Acquisition Risks Weigh on Stocks

Three small-cap stocks to avoid are Amplitude (AMPL), Vontier (VNT), and Banner Bank (BANR). Amplitude's poor expense management and weak free cash flow margin of 6.7% make it difficult to fund investments or reward shareholders. Vontier's absence of organic revenue growth and challenging demand environment suggest it may rely on acquisitions to drive expansion. Banner Bank's declining net interest income and decreasing profit margins raise concerns about its profitability.