Most Volatile Stocks in the US (April 2025)

For this screener, the filters have been chosen to identify mid-cap stocks with a high level of volatility. 

Market Cap: By focusing on companies with a market capitalization between $250 million and $2 billion, we target businesses that are sizable enough to offer liquidity and stability, yet small enough to experience significant growth potential and market fluctuations. 

Beta (1 Year): A Beta greater than 1 indicates that these stocks are more volatile than the overall market, which can be attractive for investors seeking higher returns in exchange for higher risk. This combination of mid-cap stocks with high volatility aims to present opportunities for substantial gains, ideal for those with a higher risk tolerance.

• Market Cap: $1.989 B
• Beta: 1.29

The Bancorp, Inc. operates as the financial holding company for The Bancorp Bank, National Association that provides banking products and services in the United States. It offers a range of deposit products and services, including checking, savings, money market, and commercial accounts. It also offers automated clearing house (ACH) bill and other payment services; debit and prepaid card issuing services; card and bill payment, and ACH processing services; and account services. The company was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.

• Market Cap: $1.98 B
• Beta: 1.16

Trinity Industries, Inc. provides railcar products and services under the TrinityRail trade name in North America. It operates in two segments, Railcar Leasing and Services Group, and Rail Products Group. As of December 31, 2023, it had a fleet of 109,635 railcars. It sells or leases products and services through its own sales personnel and independent sales representatives. The company was incorporated in 1933 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

• Market Cap: $1.976 B
• Beta: 1.38

The Chefs’ Warehouse, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, distributes specialty food and center-of-the-plate products in the United States, the Middle East, and Canada. It markets its center-of-the-plate products directly to consumers through a mail and e-commerce platform. The Chefs’ Warehouse, Inc. was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Ridgefield, Connecticut.

• Market Cap: $1.976 B
• Beta: 2.03

Powell Industries, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and services custom-engineered equipment and systems.  The company has operations in the United States, Canada, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Mexico, the Asia/Pacific, and Central and South America. Powell Industries, Inc. was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

• Market Cap: $1.971 B
• Beta: 1.16

Banner Corporation operates as the bank holding company for Banner Bank that engages in the provision of commercial banking and financial products and services to individuals, businesses, and public sector entities in the United States. It also provides electronic and digital banking services comprising debit cards and ATM programs, internet banking, remote deposit, and mobile banking services. The company was founded in 1890 and is based in Walla Walla, Washington.

• Market Cap: $1.963 B
• Beta: 1.18

Hub Group, Inc., a supply chain solutions provider, offers transportation and logistics management services in North America. It operates in two segments, Intermodal and Transportation Solutions (ITS), and Logistics.As of December 31, 2024, the company operated a fleet of approximately 2,300 tractors, 3,200 employee drivers, 500 independent owner-operators, and 4,700 trailers; and owned approximately 50,000 dry and 53-foot containers, as well as 900 refrigerated 53-foot containers. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois. 

• Market Cap: $1.956 B
• Beta: 1.8

Vicor Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, designs, develops, manufactures, and markets modular power components and power systems for converting electrical power in the United States, Europe, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company serves independent manufacturers of electronic devices, original equipment manufacturers, and their contract manufacturers in the aerospace and aviation, defense electronics, satellites, factory automation, instrumentation, test equipment, transportation, telecommunications and networking infrastructure, and vehicle markets. Vicor Corporation was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.

You can find volatile stocks easily using Investing Pro. Here are the steps:

• Click on the Screener tool.
• Select ‘Market Cap’ as a filter and set the values between $250 million and $2 billion (2,000 million)
• For US-centric stocks, select ‘United States’ under the ‘Trading Region’ tab drop-down, and make sure to check (select) the ‘Primary Trading Item’ option.

• Add a filter for ‘Beta (1 Year)’ greater than 1

Volatile stocks are those that experience significant price fluctuations over a short period. These fluctuations can be caused by various factors such as news, earnings reports, market sentiment, or changes in industry trends.

Volatility can stem from a variety of factors including market conditions, company performance, investor sentiment, and external events. Stocks of newer or smaller companies, for example, tend to be more volatile as they are more susceptible to market shifts and news.

Investing in volatile stocks can be risky due to the potential for large price swings. While volatility can lead to quick gains, it can also result in significant losses if the market moves against you. Additionally, volatile stocks may be more prone to sudden downturns or crashes.

Diversification is key to managing risk in any investment portfolio. By spreading your investments across different asset classes and sectors, you can reduce the impact of volatility on your overall portfolio. It’s also important to conduct thorough research and stay informed about the companies you’re investing in.

Some investors specialize in trading volatile stocks, employing strategies such as momentum trading, swing trading, or day trading. These strategies involve buying and selling stocks quickly to capitalize on short-term price movements. However, they require a high level of skill and discipline.