5 Machinery Stocks to Sell Now

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The ratings of five machinery stocks are down this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a “D” (“sell”) or “F” overall (“strong sell”).

TriMas Corporation () is on the decline this week, earning a D (“sell”) after receiving a C (“hold”) last week. TriMas manufactures trailer products, recreational accessories, packaging systems, energy products and industrial specialty products for the commercial, manufacturing, and consumer markets. TRS also rates an F in Portfolio Grader’s specific subcategory of Earnings Surprise. The stock price has fallen 6% over the past month, worse than the 1.3% decrease the Nasdaq has seen over the same period of time. .

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.’s () rating weakens this week, dropping to a D versus last week’s C. Stanley Black & Decker is a worldwide supplier of tools and engineered solutions for professional, industrial, construction and do-it-yourself use. The stock has a trailing PE Ratio of 25.40. .

Valmont Industries, Inc. () earns an F (“strong sell”) this week, moving down from last week’s grade of D (“sell”). Valmont Industries manufactures fabricated metal products and mechanized irrigation systems. As of April 11, 2014, 11.8% of outstanding Valmont Industries, Inc. shares were held short. .

Kaydon Corporation () gets weaker ratings this week as last week’s D drops to an F. Kaydon designs, manufactures, and sells custom-engineered products for a variety of industries, including aerospace, defense, and industrial. The stock receives F’s in Earnings Growth, Earnings Momentum, Cash Flow and Margin Growth. The stock’s trailing PE Ratio is 37.20. .

Slipping from a D to an F rating, Hurco Companies, Inc. () takes a hit this week. Hurco Companies designs and produces interactive computer controls, software, and computerized machine systems for the worldwide metal cutting and metal forming industry. .

Louis Navellier’s proprietary Portfolio Grader stock ranking system assesses roughly 5,000 companies every week based on a number of fundamental and quantitative measures. Stocks are given a letter grade based on their results — with A being “strong buy,” and F being “strong sell.” Explore the tool here.