5 Best Low-Priced AI Stocks to Buy Right Now

4. Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 46

Upside Potential: 51.20%

Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP) draws significant attention from Wall Street and hedge fund institutions, helping it secure a spot on our list of the best low-priced AI stocks to buy right now. Two analyst reports released on the same day struck a similarly cautious tone on the social media company ahead of its upcoming earnings release.

On July 7, 2026, Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP) received a “Neutral” rating and a $5.00 price target from DA Davidson, which highlighted persistent engagement and advertising-related challenges. Analyst Wyatt Swanson said weak user engagement in North America and the company’s struggle to increase advertising average revenue per user are likely to remain headwinds over the coming quarters. While the firm credited Snap for expanding consolidated revenue, growing subscription-based monetization, and continuing to invest in its Specs platform, it said the company’s margins continue to trail those of its peers, supporting its cautious outlook

The same day, Wells Fargo lowered its price target on Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP) to $5 from $7 while maintaining an “Equal Weight” rating. The firm said advertising revenue is unlikely to rebound quickly following the Middle East conflict, while its checks with U.S. advertisers continued to indicate subdued demand. Wells Fargo added that Snap+ subscriber growth remained strong during the second quarter but lost momentum toward the end of the period, creating a more difficult setup ahead of second-quarter results.

Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP) is an American technology and social media company that develops and maintains technological products and services. The company’s core products include Snapchat, Lens Studio, and Spectacles.