4 Stocks in My Portfolio I Wouldn’t Buy Right Now

Couch Investor•Oct 9, 2026

Summary

Couch Investor discusses the strategy of holding stocks that are already in a portfolio without adding more shares, focusing on four specific holdings plus one bonus pick. Couch Investor emphasizes that even if a company is fundamentally strong, factors such as slowing growth or excessive valuation can justify a pause in buying. Couch Investor provides a breakdown of why personal transactions for these stocks are currently on hold despite maintaining long-term interest.

Netflix (NFLX): Couch Investor has already halved this position because of concerns regarding a projected growth slowdown to 10% by 2028. While Couch Investor mentions the stock might be undervalued at $71 (based on the transcript provided), Couch Investor wants to see mid-teens growth before adding more shares. Couch Investor notes that while margins are improving, the slowing top-line growth is a significant deterrent for a growth-oriented investor.

Rubrik (RBRK): Couch Investor has taken profits on this position because the stock has risen over 60% year-to-date, leading to a very high valuation of $25 billion. Couch Investor argues that while the company benefits from AI and cybersecurity tailwinds, its negative operating margins and high price-to-sales ratio make it too expensive to buy more right now. Couch Investor would only consider buying again after a significant pullback or if the company reaches profitability sooner than expected.

Reddit (RDDT): Couch Investor considers this stock undervalued according to a DCF analysis, with improving margins and a doubling of global ARPU over three years. However, Couch Investor is not adding to the initial position yet, as Couch Investor is waiting for news regarding AI data licensing contracts. Couch Investor believes these contracts are a crucial part of the investment thesis and would be willing to pay a higher price once that value is confirmed.

AMD (AMD): Couch Investor has reduced this position by 25-30% after the stock experienced massive growth, noting that it is now trading at a high forward P/E of 57.3. Couch Investor states that although AMD is competitive and growing, Broadcom or Nvidia currently offer better valuation-to-growth propositions. Couch Investor is waiting for evidence that AMD can unlock enough capacity to grow much faster than the market currently expects before increasing the stake again.

SoFi (SOFI): Couch Investor remains extremely optimistic about the business but is choosing not to add to the already large position due to macroeconomic headwinds. Couch Investor explains that high inflation and interest rate expectations are suppressing the stock price despite strong business execution. Couch Investor believes the stock is undervalued and will eventually benefit once the macro environment improves or if it continues to surprise the market with its growth.

Mentioned Stocks

AMD

Sentiment: HOLDAction: SOLD

Reasoning: Couch Investor reduced the position by 25-30% to shift focus toward Broadcom and Nvidia. Couch Investor notes that the current valuation (forward P/E of 57.3) is high. Couch Investor wants to see if AMD can significantly exceed market growth expectations by unlocking more capacity before adding shares.

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SOFI

Sentiment: BUY

Reasoning: Couch Investor is extremely optimistic and views the stock as undervalued. However, Couch Investor is not adding to the already large position due to macro headwinds like inflation and interest rates which are suppressing the price. Couch Investor is waiting for the macro environment to improve.

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RDDT

Sentiment: BUY

Reasoning: Couch Investor believes Reddit is currently undervalued based on DCF analysis. Couch Investor is holding an initial position but is waiting for catalysts like AI data licensing contracts before buying more. Couch Investor highlights improving margins and increasing ARPU as positive signs.

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RBRK

Sentiment: HOLDAction: SOLD

Reasoning: Couch Investor took profits recently after a 60% YTD run. Couch Investor states that the valuation is very expensive ($25 billion) for a company with negative operating margins. Couch Investor is waiting for a large pullback or faster-than-expected profitability before adding to the position.

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NFLX

Sentiment: HOLDAction: SOLD

Reasoning: Couch Investor has already halved the position. While the business is profitable with good margins, Couch Investor is concerned about slowing growth, which is expected to drop to 10% by 2028. Couch Investor mentions the stock is undervalued at $71 but wants to see growth return to the mid-teens before buying more.

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