Growth is a hallmark of all great companies, but the laws of gravity eventually take hold. Those who rode the COVID boom and ensuing tech selloff in 2022 will surely remember that the market’s punishment can be swift and severe when trajectories fall.
Luckily for you, our job at StockStory is to help you avoid short-term fads by pointing you toward high-quality businesses that can generate sustainable long-term growth. That said, here are two growth stocks with significant upside potential and one whose momentum may slow.
One Growth Stock to Sell:
Atlantic Union Bankshares (AUB)
One-Year Revenue Growth: +54.1%
Tracing its roots back to 1902 when it first opened its doors in Virginia, Atlantic Union Bankshares (NYSE: AUB) is a full-service regional bank providing commercial and retail banking, wealth management, and insurance services throughout Virginia and parts of Maryland and North Carolina.
Why Do We Think Twice About AUB?
- Flat tangible book value per share over the last five years suggest it must find different ways to enhance shareholder value during this cycle
- Projected tangible book value per share growth of 7.3% for the next 12 months suggests sluggish capital generation
- Low tier one capital ratio of 9.8% indicates the company may struggle to maintain adequate liquidity during periods of economic stress
At $31.42 per share, Atlantic Union Bankshares trades at 0.9x forward P/B. If you’re considering AUB for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
Two Growth Stocks to Buy:
Cloudflare (NET)
One-Year Revenue Growth: +28.1%
With a massive network spanning more than 310 cities in over 120 countries, Cloudflare (NYSE: NET) provides a global network that delivers security, performance and reliability services to protect websites, applications, and corporate networks.
Why Do We Love NET?
- Billings have averaged 34.2% growth over the last year, showing it’s securing new contracts that could potentially increase in value over time
- Expected revenue growth of 27.5% for the next year suggests its market share will rise
- Well-designed software integrates seamlessly with other workflows, enabling swift payback periods on marketing expenses and customer growth at scale
Cloudflare’s stock price of $202.02 implies a valuation ratio of 26.7x forward price-to-sales. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
CECO Environmental (CECO)
One-Year Revenue Growth: +29.9%
With roots dating back to 1869 and a focus on creating cleaner industrial operations, CECO Environmental (NASDAQ: CECO) provides technology and expertise that helps industrial companies reduce emissions, treat water, and improve energy efficiency across various sectors.
Why Will CECO Beat the Market?
- Annual revenue growth of 19% over the past two years was outstanding, reflecting market share gains this cycle
- Expected revenue growth of 17.9% for the next year suggests its market share will rise
- Adjusted operating margin improvement of 11.4 percentage points over the last five years demonstrates its ability to scale efficiently
CECO Environmental is trading at $50.74 per share, or 37.3x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our in-depth research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
High-Quality Stocks for All Market Conditions
The market’s up big this year - but there’s a catch. Just 4 stocks account for half the S&P 500’s entire gain. That kind of concentration makes investors nervous, and for good reason. While everyone piles into the same crowded names, smart investors are hunting quality where no one’s looking - and paying a fraction of the price. Check out the high-quality names we’ve flagged in our Top 5 Strong Momentum Stocks for this week. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 244% over the last five years (as of June 30, 2025).
Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,326% between June 2020 and June 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-small-cap company Comfort Systems (+782% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free. Find your next big winner with StockStory today. Find your next big winner with StockStory today
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