12 52-Week Low Dividend Stocks To Avoid

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6. APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA)

52-week Decline as of March 7: 38.33%

Dividend yield: 5.33%

Number of Hedge Funds: 34

The independent oil and gas exploration and production company, APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA) is headquartered in Texas, with a diverse portfolio of assets spanning the U.S., Egypt, and the North Sea. The company focuses on conventional and unconventional energy resources, including hydrocarbons, and uses its global footprint to optimize production efficiency and cost control.

As of March 7, 2025, APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA)’s stock has been under considerable pressure, reaching a 52-week low of $17.66 and trading at $18.84, reflecting a 38.33% decline. The company’s EPS of $0.79 fell short of the consensus estimate of $0.94, thus gaining its position among the worst 52-week low stocks. The low performance is attributed to a decline in oil estimates after the strategic cost-saving measures aimed at saving $350 million. Though the specifics behind the initiative are unclear, it hugely reflects on the company’s value, causing it to become more volatile.

APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA) provides a solid dividend yield of 5.33%. The yield is backed by a payout ratio of 44.05%, indicating stability in dividend distributions and the possibility of high retained earnings. Analysts currently have a Hold rating on the stock, with a 1-year median price target of $27, representing a 43.31% potential upside. However, weak stock performance presents risks that investors must carefully evaluate.

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