10 Best Sin Stocks to Buy Right Now

In this article, we will take a look at the 10 Best Sin Stocks to Buy Right Now.

Sin stocks are companies that operate in morally or socially dubious sectors but frequently generate consistent profits. Usually, these sectors consist of gambling, alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis. Due to constant demand, these companies create reliable cash streams while catering to human immoralities and are usually subject to strict regulations. While some investors may view these stocks as good investment prospects, others more concerned with ethics, tend to steer clear of them.

There is an increasing demand for bottled alcoholic beverages and flavored drinks, particularly among younger generations. According to a survey by The Business Research Company, the global alcoholic beverages market was projected to be worth $544.19 billion by 2024. The market is estimated to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4% from 2025 to 2029, reaching $709.13 billion at the end of the period.

On the other side, gambling stocks are on investors’ radar since casino and gaming companies provide defensive opportunities, as gambling continues to thrive even when the economy slows. The gambling industry is rapidly expanding on account of the rise of online gambling platforms, casino construction, and the widespread legalization of sports betting. According to a report by Mordor Intelligence, the global online gambling market is projected to reach $12.81 billion in 2030, with a CAGR of 16.5% between 2025 and 2030.

Our Methodology

To compile our list of the best sin stocks to buy right now, we reviewed our own rankings, financial reports, and other online resources to look for U.S.-listed companies that fall into the category of ‘unethical’ or ‘sin’. We then ranked them according to the number of hedge funds that held stakes in them as of the second quarter of 2025.

Why are we interested in the stocks that hedge funds pile into? The reason is simple: our research has shown that we can outperform the market by imitating the top stock picks of the best hedge funds. Our quarterly newsletter’s strategy selects 14 small-cap and large-cap stocks every quarter and has returned 373.4% since May 2014, beating its benchmark by 218 percentage points (see more details here).

10. RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RICK)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 11

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RICK) ranks among the best sin stocks to buy right now. RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RICK) reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 results on August 11, indicating that it is managing economic headwinds while executing its “Back to Basics” 5-Year Capital Allocation Plan.

The company recorded overall revenues of $71.1 million in Q3 2025, a decrease from $76.2 million in the same quarter last year. However, the company reported a net profitability of $4.1 million despite this fall, a substantial rise from the $5.2 million loss recorded in Q3 2024.

Despite a minor decline of 0.8% from the previous year, the Nightclubs segment, which represents RCI’s core business, showed resiliency with revenues of $57.5 million. Although same-store sales fell 3.7%, mirroring broader economic conditions, operating income jumped to $17.8 million.

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RICK) is a leading company involved in adult nightclubs and sports bars-restaurants, with over 60 locations through its subsidiaries.