Three Small-Cap Stocks to Avoid: IPG Photonics, Fresh Del Monte Produce, and Simpson
ByAinvest
Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026 2:33 pm ET1min read
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Three small-cap stocks to avoid: IPG Photonics (IPGP) with declining sales and operating margin, Fresh Del Monte Produce (FDP) with flat sales and low gross margin, and Simpson (SSD) with falling earnings per share and eroding returns on capital. Instead, consider other investments that offer better opportunities.

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