AI Stock Decline Got You Down? 3 Low-Volatility Stocks To Follow

Given the recent decline in share prices for AI stocks, ongoing uncertainties about tariffs, and other economic factors, many stocks and industries look volatile in the near term. 

As a result, some investors will want to seek a good asset for the long haul and their retirement accounts, rather than more stress-inducing stocks. 

Fortunately, there are options available for investors seeking a lower level of volatility in their portfolios. All of the stocks featured below all meet the following criteria:

• They have a Zen Rating of A, meaning they are in the top 5% of stocks we cover. A-rated stocks have produced an average annual return of +32.52%.
• These three stocks have a beta of less than 1, indicating that they have less volatility than the general market. While they are of course not immune to market trends, they’re less likely to wake you up in the middle of the night, so to speak.
• All of the stocks below have a Component Grade of A for Safety, making them a better consideration for risk-averse investors.

And if you’re looking for more ideas, check out our Stock Screener and Stock Ideas pages (perhaps the one for low beta stocks). But first, consider the following:

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1. Brinks Co (NYSE: BCO)

Armored trucks are rather safe, right? Well, physically they are, and when it comes to stocks, BCO can be a safer option as well. The demand for armored trucks and armored truck services is unlikely to change terribly, even in an uncertain economy. Earnings estimates have been improving, and momentum has been strong for BCO for the past month (a 19.39% share price increase).

It has a beta of 0.93, but we also want to draw attention to its Component Grades, shown below:

These grades indicate that BCO is not only a relatively safe pick compared to its peers, but also that analysts and our own AI algorithms see potential in the stock.

2. Fresh Del Monte Produce (NYSE: FDP)

Perhaps you know them from bananas and pineapples, but FDP is a significant producer of other produce, among other ventures, including more processed food products and even a shipping line. It has its supply chain in place, its products defined, and its long-term prospects well-considered. While it is at some short-term risk due to tariff uncertainty, few food companies can avoid that in the current environment.

Additionally, FDP has had a good year (+30.71% over the last 12 months) with a recent spike, analysts and outlets a month ago stating the stock was undervalued. Is it still undervalued? Perhaps not as much, but it remains a safer choice that may not be as affected by huge market swings, considering it has a beta of 0.41. 

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3. Electromed Inc (MYSEMKT: ELMD)

The medical equipment provider, which specializes in breathing equipment and airway clearance therapy devices, is one to watch for its standout position in its industry, its focus, and its potential for long-term growth. It also happens to have a beta of 0.48.

Given these grades, which as a whole indicate a safer stock with solid foundations, it might be an option to consider now while it looks promising and fewer investors have noticed it. On the other hand, some might want to wait until ELMD releases its Q4 2025 financial results on August 26th.

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