The 15 Worst Stocks of the Past Decade

Over the past decade (2015–2025), several prominent companies have experienced significant declines in their stock values, resulting in substantial losses for investors. Here is a list of the 15 worst-performing stocks over this period:

1. Chesapeake Energy: Once a leader in onshore fracking, Chesapeake Energy’s stock plummeted by approximately 98.5% over the past 11 years, trading at just 22 cents. The company’s struggles were exacerbated by the broader challenges facing the energy sector.
2. Under Armour: After peaking in 2015, Under Armour experienced a steady decline in clothing sales. By 2017, it was the second-worst performing member of the S&P 500, reflecting a significant downturn in its market performance.
3. Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA): Between March 3, 2020, and March 3, 2025, WBA’s stock returned -70.64%, making it one of the worst-performing stocks in the S&P 500 during this period.
4. Teleflex (TFX): This medical technology company’s stock declined by 61.34% over the five-year period ending March 3, 2025.
5. Estée Lauder Companies (EL): The global cosmetics firm’s stock saw a 60.22% decrease from March 3, 2020, to March 3, 2025.
6. FMC Corporation (FMC): Specializing in agricultural sciences, FMC’s stock dropped by 56.52% over the same five-year period.
7. Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD): The entertainment conglomerate experienced a 56.21% decline in its stock value between March 3, 2020, and March 3, 2025.
8. Biogen (BIIB): This biotechnology company’s stock decreased by 56.13% over the five-year span ending March 3, 2025.
9. Baxter International (BAX): The healthcare company’s stock fell by 56% during the same period.
10. Intel (INTC): The technology giant’s stock declined by 53.87% between March 3, 2020, and March 3, 2025.
11. Match Group (MTCH): Known for its online dating services, Match Group’s stock saw a 53.19% decrease over the five-year period.
12. Dollar General (DG): The discount retailer’s stock dropped by 50.44% between March 3, 2020, and March 3, 2025.
13. Fidelity National Information Services (FIS): This financial services company’s stock declined by 46.98% over the same five-year span.
14. Paramount Global Class B (PARA): The media conglomerate’s stock fell by 45.9% between March 3, 2020, and March 3, 2025.
15. Global Payments (GPN): Specializing in payment technology services, GPN’s stock decreased by 43.28% over the five-year period ending March 3, 2025.

These significant declines underscore the inherent risks associated with investing in the stock market. They also highlight the importance of conducting thorough research and maintaining a diversified investment portfolio to mitigate potential losses.