Three Profitable Stocks to Avoid: Watsco, Fortive, and L.B. Foster
ByAinvest
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 3:41 am ET1min read
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Three profitable companies to avoid are Watsco, Fortive, and L.B. Foster, due to disappointing sales growth, stagnant earnings, and low returns on capital. Watsco's sales have fallen over the past two years, while Fortive's organic revenue growth has fallen short of benchmarks. L.B. Foster's products and services face end-market challenges, leading to flat sales and declining earnings per share.

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