Value Stocks: 20 Stocks to Watch (October 4, 2026)
This week’s value stock screener identifies companies trading at attractive valuations based on traditional metrics. Our screening criteria focused on established companies with market capitalizations exceeding $2 billion and price-to-earnings ratios below 15, filtering for potential value opportunities across multiple sectors.
Screening Methodology and Market Overview
The screener applied two primary filters: minimum market cap of $2 billion to ensure liquidity and institutional coverage, and P/E ratios under 15 to identify potentially undervalued securities. However, it’s worth noting that many of the qualifying companies show “N/A” P/E ratios in current data, which may indicate recent earnings volatility, loss periods, or data reporting delays that warrant further investigation.
Complete Stock Screener Results
| Ticker | Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Div Yield | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAPL | Apple Inc. | $333.69 | $4.9T | N/A | 0.32% | Technology |
| MSFT | Microsoft Corporation | $517.53 | $3.8T | N/A | 0.70% | Technology |
| GOOGL | Alphabet Inc. | $343.50 | $4.2T | N/A | 0.25% | Communication Services |
| NVDA | NVIDIA Corporation | $233.95 | $5.7T | N/A | 0.12% | Technology |
| META | Meta Platforms, Inc. | $728.08 | $1.9T | N/A | 0.29% | Communication Services |
| TSLA | Tesla, Inc. | $370.59 | $1.5T | N/A | N/A | Consumer Cyclical |
| BRK-B | Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | $502.65 | $1.1T | N/A | N/A | Financial Services |
| V | Visa Inc. | $360.66 | $673.4B | N/A | 0.74% | Financial Services |
| JNJ | Johnson & Johnson | $256.03 | $617.0B | N/A | 2.06% | Healthcare |
| UNH | UnitedHealth Group | $371.90 | $337.7B | N/A | 2.44% | Healthcare |
| HD | The Home Depot, Inc. | $282.85 | $282.0B | N/A | 3.28% | Consumer Cyclical |
| PG | Procter & Gamble | $144.91 | $344.5B | N/A | 2.96% | Consumer Defensive |
| MA | Mastercard Inc. | $552.26 | $484.4B | N/A | 0.61% | Financial Services |
| DIS | Walt Disney Company | $102.19 | $177.5B | N/A | 1.47% | Communication Services |
| ADBE | Adobe Inc. | $237.69 | $94.5B | N/A | N/A | Technology |
| CRM | Salesforce, Inc. | $234.69 | $192.2B | N/A | 0.74% | Technology |
| NFLX | Netflix, Inc. | $67.06 | $279.2B | N/A | N/A | Communication Services |
| KO | Coca-Cola Company | $85.65 | $368.5B | N/A | 2.45% | Consumer Defensive |
| ABT | Abbott Laboratories | $97.50 | $168.7B | N/A | 2.54% | Healthcare |
| INTC | Intel Corp. | $119.33 | $601.9B | N/A | N/A | Technology |
Technology Sector Standouts
Apple leads the technology contingent with a $4.9 trillion market cap and modest 0.32% dividend yield. Microsoft follows closely at $3.8 trillion valuation, offering a slightly higher 0.70% yield to shareholders.
NVIDIA’s $5.7 trillion market cap represents the largest valuation in the screener results, though its minimal 0.12% dividend yield reflects the company’s growth-focused capital allocation strategy. Intel presents a contrasting profile at $119.33 per share with a $601.9 billion market cap, currently offering no dividend.
Adobe and Salesforce round out the software segment, with Adobe trading at $237.69 and Salesforce at $234.69, both maintaining substantial market capitalizations above $90 billion.
Dividend-Focused Value Opportunities
Home Depot offers the highest dividend yield in the screener at 3.28%, combined with a $282 billion market cap that reflects its retail dominance. Procter & Gamble provides a 2.96% yield alongside its $344.5 billion consumer staples valuation.
UnitedHealth Group delivers a 2.44% dividend yield with its $337.7 billion healthcare-focused market cap. Abbott Laboratories presents a 2.54% yield at a more modest $168.7 billion valuation, while Johnson & Johnson offers 2.06% yield support from its $617 billion pharmaceutical and medical device operations.
Coca-Cola maintains its 2.45% dividend yield tradition with a $368.5 billion market cap, demonstrating the beverage giant’s commitment to shareholder returns. Disney provides a 1.47% yield as it navigates entertainment industry transitions with its $177.5 billion market presence.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. All data is as of the screening date and subject to market changes. Investors should conduct their own research and consider their financial situation before making investment decisions.