11 Most Volatile Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds

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3. Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE:AS)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 63 

Beta Rating as of February 18: 2.86

Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE:AS) is among the Most Volatile Stocks.

On January 8, 2026, Deutsche Bank initiated coverage of Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE:AS) with a Buy rating and a price objective of $49. The firm has resumed coverage of global brands, off-price, and niche beauty retail. Deutsche mentioned an unexpectedly robust retail year and anticipates a volatile but mostly risk-on macroeconomic backdrop in 2026. The firm predicted strong top-line growth in the first half, fueled by easier weather comparisons and increased tax refunds.

On February 10, 2026, UBS boosted Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE:AS)’s price target to $60 from $58 while maintaining a Buy rating, noting a balanced upside and downside skew before the Q4 results report.

On January 14, 2026, Truist upgraded Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE:AS)’s price goal to $46 from $45 while retaining a Buy rating. The firm anticipated softlines retail to profit in 2026, especially in the first half, from higher tax refunds and the World Cup.

Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE:AS) manufactures, markets, and sells athletic equipment, apparel, and footwear. It operates in three segments: technical clothing, outdoor performance, and ball and racquet sports.

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