Even the blue-chip Dow had its share of laggards. According to CNBC : : -7% Exxon Mobil : -7% Merck : -4% Verizon : -0.8%
The toymaker reeled from the bankruptcy of major retailer Toys 'R' Us and declining sales for core brands like Barbie and Hot Wheels. : -44%
The owner of Kay and Zales faced reputation issues following discrimination lawsuits and investigations into its financing practices. worst stocks to buy 2017
Plummeting natural gas prices and disappointing production results in key regions like Louisiana severely impacted this energy player. : -50%
A combination of mild winter weather and the looming threat of Amazon entering the car parts space drove shares down significantly. : -40% Even the blue-chip Dow had its share of laggards
The energy giant struggled alongside the broader sector but was hit harder following its acquisition by GE, which involved a special cash dividend that adjusted its share price downward. : -50%
Burdened by massive debt and weak natural gas prices, investors remained skeptical of the company's ability to balance its books. : -41% : -50% Burdened by massive debt and weak
Perhaps the most high-profile loser, GE suffered from slashed earnings outlooks and a rare halving of its dividend under new leadership. Envision Healthcare (EVHC) : -45%
