: It rose 81% from its August 2017 low of $1.35 to roughly $2.45.
: Large trading volumes often indicate speculation rather than long-term value. $2 stocks to buy now 2017
While "penny stocks" (often defined as trading below $5) are alluring, they carry specific dangers: : It rose 81% from its August 2017 low of $1
: Prices can spike or crash 50% in a single day based on minor news. $2 stocks to buy now 2017
: Many $2 stocks are pre-revenue or "burn" through cash to fund research.