worst stocks to buy 2017

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Facing investigations into billing practices and rising labor costs, this medical services provider saw its value nearly halve by year-end. : -44%

The utility company’s stock collapsed after it abandoned a massive nuclear power project in South Carolina, leading to state and federal investigations. : -45%

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%

Once a high-growth favorite, the retailer faced fierce competition and repeatedly slashed its sales forecasts as consumer preferences shifted. : -46%

The toymaker reeled from the bankruptcy of major retailer Toys 'R' Us and declining sales for core brands like Barbie and Hot Wheels. : -44%

Even the blue-chip Dow had its share of laggards. According to CNBC : : -7% Exxon Mobil : -7% Merck : -4% Verizon : -0.8%