Three Russell 2000 Stocks to Avoid and Their Alternatives
ByAinvest
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 5:51 am ET1min read
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Three Russell 2000 stocks that don't make the cut are Varonis Systems (VRNS), Funko (FNKO), and CSG Systems (CSGS) due to revenue growth concerns, cost increases, capital intensity, annual sales declines, eroding returns on capital, and high net-debt-to-EBITDA ratios. Better alternatives include high-quality stocks in the Russell 2000 that offer more stable and attractive investment opportunities.
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