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Consumer Discretionary Stocks List

This page shows information about the 50 largest consumer discretionary stocks including Netflix, Walt Disney, Comcast, and NIKE. Learn more about consumer discretionary stocks.

Netflix logo

#1 - Netflix

NASDAQ:NFLX
Stock Price: $558.53 (-$0.77)
Market Cap: $241.71 billion
P/E Ratio: 46.5
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (22 Buy Ratings, 12 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $553.33 (-0.9% Upside)
Netflix, Inc. provides entertainment services. It offers TV series, documentaries, feature films, and mobile games across various genres and languages. The company provides members the ability to receive streaming content through a host of internet-connected devices, including TVs, digital video players, television set-top boxes, and mobile devices. The company has approximately 231 million paid members in 190 countries. Netflix, Inc. was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in Los Gatos, California.
Walt Disney logo

#2 - Walt Disney

NYSE:DIS
Stock Price: $110.54 (+$11.40)
Market Cap: $202.76 billion
P/E Ratio: 86.4
Dividend Yield: 0.30%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (19 Buy Ratings, 3 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $109.67 (-0.8% Upside)
The Walt Disney Company operates as an entertainment company worldwide. It operates through three segments: Entertainment, Sports, and Experiences. The company produces and distributes film and television video streaming content under the ABC Television Network, Disney, Freeform, FX, Fox, National Geographic, and Star brand television channels, as well as ABC television stations and A+E television networks; and produces original content under the ABC Signature, Disney Branded Television, FX Productions, Lucasfilm, Marvel, National Geographic Studios, Pixar, Searchlight Pictures, Twentieth Century Studios, 20th Television, and Walt Disney Pictures banners. It also offers direct-to-consumer streaming services through Disney+, Disney+ Hotstar, Hulu, and Star+; sports-related entertainment services through ESPN, ESPN on ABC, ESPN+ DTC, and Star; sale/licensing of film and episodic content to third-party television and VOD services; theatrical, home entertainment, and music distribution services; DVD and Blu-ray discs, electronic home video licenses, and VOD rental services; staging and licensing of live entertainment events; and post-production services. In addition, the company operates theme parks and resorts comprising Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Shanghai Disney Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, National Geographic Expeditions, and Adventures by Disney, as well as Aulani, a Disney resort and spa in Hawaii. It also licenses its intellectual property to a third party for operations of the Tokyo Disney Resort; licenses trade names, characters, visual, literary, and other IP for use on merchandise, published materials, and games; operates a direct-to-home satellite distribution platform; sells branded merchandise through retail, online, and wholesale businesses; and develops and publishes books, comic books, and magazines. The company was founded in 1923 and is based in Burbank, California.
Comcast logo

#3 - Comcast

NASDAQ:CMCSA
Stock Price: $41.25 (-$1.61)
Market Cap: $166.03 billion
P/E Ratio: 11.1
Dividend Yield: 2.61%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (10 Buy Ratings, 9 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $49.95 (21.1% Upside)
Comcast Corporation operates as a media and technology company worldwide. It operates through Residential Connectivity & Platforms, Business Services Connectivity, Media, Studios, and Theme Parks segments. The Residential Connectivity & Platforms segment provides residential broadband and wireless connectivity services, residential and business video services, sky-branded entertainment television networks, and advertising. The Business Services Connectivity segment offers connectivity services for small business locations, which include broadband, wireline voice, and wireless services, as well as solutions for medium-sized customers and larger enterprises; and small business connectivity services in the United Kingdom. The Media segment operates NBCUniversal's television and streaming business, including national and regional cable networks; the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks and owned local broadcast television stations; and Peacock, a direct-to-consumer streaming services. It also operates international television networks comprising the Sky Sports networks, as well as other digital properties. The Studios segment operates NBCUniversal and Sky film and television studio production and distribution operations. The Theme Parks segment operates Universal theme parks in Orlando, Florida; Hollywood, California; Osaka, Japan; and Beijing, China. The company also offers a consolidated streaming platforms under the Philadelphia Flyers and the Wells Fargo Center arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and Xumo. Comcast Corporation was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
NIKE logo

#4 - NIKE

NYSE:NKE
Stock Price: $103.77 (-$0.02)
Market Cap: $157.93 billion
P/E Ratio: 30.3
Dividend Yield: 1.44%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (21 Buy Ratings, 9 Hold Ratings, 2 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $123.62 (19.1% Upside)
NIKE, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, develops, markets, and sells athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, accessories, and services worldwide. The company provides athletic and casual footwear, apparel, and accessories under the Jumpman trademark; and casual sneakers, apparel, and accessories under the Converse, Chuck Taylor, All Star, One Star, Star Chevron, and Jack Purcell trademarks. It also sells a line of performance equipment and accessories comprising bags, sport balls, socks, eyewear, timepieces, digital devices, bats, gloves, protective equipment, and other equipment for sports activities under the NIKE brand; and various plastic products to other manufacturers. In addition, the company markets apparel with licensed college and professional team, and league logos, as well as sells sports apparel; and licenses unaffiliated parties to manufacture and sell apparel, digital devices, and applications and other equipment for sports activities under NIKE-owned trademarks. It sells its products to footwear stores; sporting goods stores; athletic specialty stores; department stores; skate, tennis, and golf shops; and other retail accounts through NIKE-owned retail stores, digital platforms, independent distributors, licensees, and sales representatives. NIKE, Inc. was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon.
Sony Group logo

#5 - Sony Group

NYSE:SONY
Stock Price: $96.38 (-$0.88)
Market Cap: $118.95 billion
P/E Ratio: 19.1
Dividend Yield: 0.41%
Consensus Rating: Buy (3 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces, and sells electronic equipment, instruments, and devices for the consumer, professional, and industrial markets in Japan, the United States, Europe, China, the Asia-Pacific, and internationally. The company distributes software titles and add-on content through digital networks; network services related to game, video, and music content; and home gaming consoles, packaged and game software, and peripheral devices. It also develops, produces, markets, and distributes recorded music; publishes music; and produces and distributes animation titles, game applications, and various services for music and visual products. In addition, the company produces, acquires, and distributes live-action and animated motion pictures for theatrical release, as well as scripted and animated series, unscripted reality or light entertainment, daytime serials, game shows, television movies, and miniseries and other television programs; operation of television networks and direct-to-consumer streaming services; operates a visual effects and animation unit; and manages a studio facility. Further, it researches, develops, designs, produces, markets, distributes, sells, and services televisions, and video and sound products; interchangeable lens, as well as compact digital, and consumer and professional video cameras; projectors and medical equipment; mobile phones, accessories, and applications; and metal oxide semiconductor image sensors, charge-coupled devices, integration systems, and other semiconductors. Additionally, it offers Internet broadband network services; recording media, and storage media products; and life and non-life insurance, banking, and other services, as well as creates and distributes content for PCs and mobile phones. The company was formerly known as Sony Corporation and changed its name to Sony Group Corporation in April 2021. Sony Group Corporation was incorporated in 1946 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Activision Blizzard logo

#6 - Activision Blizzard

NASDAQ:ATVI
Stock Price: $94.42 (-$0.05)
Market Cap: $74.29 billion
P/E Ratio: 34.6
Dividend Yield: 1.05%
Consensus Rating: Hold (2 Buy Ratings, 16 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $94.73 (0.3% Upside)
Activision Blizzard, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops and publishes interactive entertainment content and services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company operates through three segments: Activision, Blizzard, and King. It develops and distributes content and services on video game consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices, including subscription, full-game, and in-game sales, as well as by licensing software to third-party or related-party companies that distribute Activision and Blizzard products. The company also maintains a proprietary online gaming service, Battle.net that facilitates digital distribution of content, online social connectivity, and the creation of user-generated content. In addition, it operates esports leagues and offer digital advertising content; and provides warehousing, logistics, and sales distribution services to third-party publishers of interactive entertainment software, as well as manufacturers of interactive entertainment hardware products. The company's key product franchises include Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Diablo, Hearthstone, Overwatch, Overwatch League, and Candy Crush. It serves retailers and distributors, including mass-market retailers, consumer electronics stores, discount warehouses, and game specialty stores through third-party distribution and licensing arrangements. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.
Marriott International logo

#7 - Marriott International

NASDAQ:MAR
Stock Price: $249.58 (+$1.64)
Market Cap: $73.30 billion
P/E Ratio: 26.4
Dividend Yield: 0.85%
Consensus Rating: Hold (5 Buy Ratings, 9 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $219.60 (-12.0% Upside)
Marriott International, Inc. operates, franchises, and licenses hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties worldwide. The company operates through U.S. and Canada, and International segments. It operates its properties under the JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, W Hotels, The Luxury Collection, St. Regis, EDITION, Bvlgari, Renaissance, Le Méridien, Marriott, Sheraton, Westin, Four Points, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Marriott Hotels, Marriott Executive Apartments, Marriott Vacation Club, Gaylord Hotels, Design Hotels, Courtyard, Residence Inn, Fairfield, SpringHill Suites, TownePlace Suites, Protea Hotels, Aloft Hotels, AC Hotels by Marriott, Element Hotels, and Moxy Hotels brand names. It operates properties under 30 brand names in 138 countries and territories. Marriott International, Inc. was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.
Lululemon Athletica logo

#8 - Lululemon Athletica

NASDAQ:LULU
Stock Price: $472.98 (+$15.23)
Market Cap: $59.69 billion
P/E Ratio: 60.2
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (24 Buy Ratings, 5 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $503.61 (6.5% Upside)
Lululemon Athletica Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, distributes, and retails athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories under the lululemon brand for women and men. It operates in two segments, Company-Operated Stores and Direct to Consumer. The company offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for healthy lifestyle, such as yoga, running, training, and other activities. It also provides fitness- inspired accessories and footwear. The company sells its products through a chain of company-operated stores; outlets; interactive workout platform; yoga and fitness studios, university campus retailers, and other partners; license and supply arrangements; recommerce; and temporary locations, as well as through mobile apps and lululemon.com e-commerce website. It has operations in the United States, the People's Republic of China, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Germany, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, France, Ireland, Spain, Malaysia, Sweden, the Netherlands, Norway, and Switzerland. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
Hilton Worldwide logo

#9 - Hilton Worldwide

NYSE:HLT
Stock Price: $194.55 (-$1.48)
Market Cap: $49.89 billion
P/E Ratio: 39.1
Dividend Yield: 0.31%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (6 Buy Ratings, 6 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $175.86 (-9.6% Upside)
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., a hospitality company, engages in managing, franchising, owning, and leasing hotels and resorts. It operates through two segments, Management and Franchise, and Ownership. The company engages in the hotel management and licensing of its brands. It operates luxury hotels under the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, and Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand; lifestyle hotels under the Canopy by Hilton, Curio Collection by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Tempo by Hilton, and Motto by Hilton brand; full service hotels under the Signia by Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and DoubleTree by Hilton brand; service hotels under the Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, and Tru by Hilton brand; all-suite hotels under the Embassy Suites by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, and Home2 Suites by Hilton brand; and premium economy hotel under the Spark by Hilton brand, as well as Hilton Grand Vacations. The company operates in North America, South America, and Central America, including various Caribbean nations; Europe, the Middle East, and Africa; and the Asia Pacific. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
Charter Communications logo

#10 - Charter Communications

NASDAQ:CHTR
Stock Price: $282.60 (-$1.07)
Market Cap: $41.80 billion
P/E Ratio: 9.4
Consensus Rating: Hold (6 Buy Ratings, 9 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $425.31 (50.5% Upside)
Charter Communications, Inc. operates as a broadband connectivity and cable operator company serving residential and commercial customers in the United States. The company offers subscription-based internet, video, and mobile and voice services; a suite of broadband connectivity services, including fixed internet, WiFi, and mobile; security suite that protects computers from viruses and spyware, and threats from malicious actors; in-home WiFi, which provides customers with high performance wireless routers and managed WiFi services to enhance their fixed wireless internet experience; out-of-home WiFi; and Spectrum WiFi services. The company also offers voice communications services using voice over internet protocol technology; and broadband communications solutions, such as internet access, data networking, fiber connectivity, video entertainment, and business telephone services to cellular towers and office buildings for business and carrier organizations. In addition, it provides mobile services; video programming, static IP and business WiFi, and e-mail and security services; sells local advertising across various platforms for networks, such as TBS, CNN, and ESPN; sells advertising inventory to local sports and news channels; and offers Audience App to create data-driven linear TV campaigns for local advertisers. Further, the company offers communications products and managed service solutions; data connectivity services to mobile and wireline carriers on a wholesale basis; and owns and operates regional sports and news networks. It serves approximately 32 million customers in 41 states. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
Las Vegas Sands logo

#11 - Las Vegas Sands

NYSE:LVS
Stock Price: $53.61 (+$0.86)
Market Cap: $40.70 billion
P/E Ratio: 33.5
Dividend Yield: 1.53%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (11 Buy Ratings, 2 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $68.82 (28.4% Upside)
Las Vegas Sands Corp., together with its subsidiaries, develops, owns, and operates integrated resorts in Macao and Singapore. It owns and operates The Venetian Macao Resort Hotel, the Londoner Macao, The Parisian Macao, The Plaza Macao and Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip, and the Sands Macao in Macao, the People's Republic of China; and Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The company's integrated resorts feature accommodations, gaming, entertainment and retail malls, convention and exhibition facilities, celebrity chef restaurants, and other amenities. Las Vegas Sands Corp. was founded in 1988 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Electronic Arts logo

#12 - Electronic Arts

NASDAQ:EA
Stock Price: $138.85 (+$2.10)
Market Cap: $37.35 billion
P/E Ratio: 35.0
Dividend Yield: 0.56%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (11 Buy Ratings, 8 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $146.94 (5.8% Upside)
Electronic Arts Inc. develops, markets, publishes, and distributes games, content, and services for game consoles, PCs, mobile phones, and tablets worldwide. It develops and publishes games and services across various genres, such as sports, racing, first-person shooter, action, role-playing, and simulation primarily under the Battlefield, The Sims, Apex Legends, Need for Speed, and license games from others, including FIFA, Madden NFL, UFC, and Star Wars brands. The company licenses its games to third parties to distribute and host its games. It markets and sells its games and services through digital distribution and retail channels, as well as directly to mass market retailers, specialty stores, and distribution arrangements. Electronic Arts Inc. was incorporated in 1982 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
DraftKings logo

#13 - DraftKings

NASDAQ:DKNG
Stock Price: $42.81 (+$0.21)
Market Cap: $36.78 billion
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (22 Buy Ratings, 2 Hold Ratings, 4 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $36.93 (-13.7% Upside)
DraftKings Inc. operates as a digital sports entertainment and gaming company in the United States and internationally. It provides online sports betting and casino, daily fantasy sports, media, and other consumer products, as well as retails sportsbooks. The company also engages in the design and development of sports betting and casino gaming software for online and retail sportsbooks, and iGaming operators. In addition, it offers DraftKings marketplace, a digital collectibles ecosystem designed for mainstream accessibility that offers curated NFT drops and supports secondary-market transactions. DraftKings Inc. is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
Royal Caribbean Cruises logo

#14 - Royal Caribbean Cruises

NYSE:RCL
Stock Price: $120.97 (+$1.54)
Market Cap: $31.00 billion
P/E Ratio: 19.4
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (12 Buy Ratings, 1 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $123.86 (2.4% Upside)
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. operates as a cruise company worldwide. The company operates cruises under the Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises brands, which comprise a range of itineraries. As of February 13, 2023, it operated 64 ships. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
Take-Two Interactive Software logo

#15 - Take-Two Interactive Software

NASDAQ:TTWO
Stock Price: $169.60 (+$0.03)
Market Cap: $28.84 billion
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (16 Buy Ratings, 6 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $167.09 (-1.5% Upside)
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. develops, publishes, and markets interactive entertainment solutions for consumers worldwide. The company offers its products under the Rockstar Games, 2K, Private Division, and Zynga names. It develops and publishes action/adventure products under the Grand Theft Auto, Max Payne, Midnight Club, LA Noire, and Red Dead Redemption names. The company also publishes various entertainment properties across various platforms and a range of genres, such as shooter, action, role-playing, strategy, sports, and family/casual entertainment under the BioShock, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization, XCOM series, Borderlands, and Tiny Tina's Wonderland. In addition, it publishes sports simulation titles comprising NBA 2K series, a basketball video game; the WWE 2K professional wrestling series; and PGA TOUR 2K. Further, the company offers Kerbal Space Program, OlliOlli World, and The Outer Worlds and Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey; free-to-play mobile games, such as CSR Racing, Dragon City, Empires & Puzzles, FarmVille, Golf Rival, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells, Merge Dragons, Merge Magic, Monster Legends, Toon Blast, Top Eleven, Toy Blast, Two Dots, Words With Friends, and Zynga Poker; and a volume of mobile titles, including Fill the Fridge!, Parking Jam 3D, Pressure Washing Run, and Pull the Pin. Its products are designed for console gaming systems; personal computers; and mobiles comprising smartphones and tablets. The company provides its products through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. was incorporated in 1993 and is based in New York, New York.
Roblox logo

#16 - Roblox

NYSE:RBLX
Stock Price: $44.86 (+$0.12)
Market Cap: $25.73 billion
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (16 Buy Ratings, 6 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $46.05 (2.6% Upside)
Roblox Corporation develops and operates an online entertainment platform. The company offers Roblox Studio, a free toolset that allows developers and creators to build, publish, and operate 3D experiences, and other content; Roblox Client, an application that allows users to explore 3D digital world; Roblox Education for learning experiences; and Roblox Cloud, which provides services and infrastructure that power the human co-experience platform. It serves customers in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Europe, China, the Asia-Pacific, and internationally. Roblox Corporation was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in San Mateo, California.
Rogers Communications logo

#17 - Rogers Communications

NYSE:RCI
Stock Price: $45.82 (-$0.57)
Market Cap: $24.22 billion
P/E Ratio: 38.2
Dividend Yield: 3.16%
Consensus Rating: Buy (3 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
Rogers Communications Inc. operates as a communications and media company in North America. It operates through three segments: Wireless, Cable, and Media. The company offers mobile Internet access, wireless voice and enhanced voice, device financing, device protection, global voice and data roaming, wireless home phone, bridging landline, machine-to-machine and Internet of Things solutions, and advanced wireless solutions for businesses, as well as device shipping services; and postpaid and prepaid services under the Rogers, Fido, and chatr brands. It also provides internet and WiFi services; and smart home monitoring services, such as monitoring, security, automation, energy efficiency, and smart control through a smartphone app. In addition, the company offers local and network TV; on-demand television; cloud-based digital video recorders; voice-activated remote controls, and integrated apps; personal video recorders; linear and time-shifted programming; digital specialty channels; 4K television programming; and seasonal games through television, smartphones, tablets, personal computers, and other streaming devices, as well as operates Ignite TV and Ignite TV app. Further, it provides residential and small business local telephony services; calling features, such as voicemail, call waiting, and long distance; voice, data networking, Internet protocol, and Ethernet services; private networking, Internet, IP voice, and cloud solutions; optical wave and multi-protocol label switching services; information technology (IT) and network technologies; cable access network services; and telecommunications technical consulting services. Additionally, the company owns Toronto Blue Jays and the Rogers Centre event venue; and operates Sportsnet ONE, Sportsnet 360, Sportsnet World, Citytv, OMNI, FX (Canada), FXX (Canada), and OLN television networks, as well as 54 AM and FM radio stations. Rogers Communications Inc. was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Warner Bros. Discovery logo

#18 - Warner Bros. Discovery

NASDAQ:WBD
Stock Price: $9.83 (+$0.08)
Market Cap: $23.97 billion
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (9 Buy Ratings, 6 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $15.75 (60.2% Upside)
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. operates as a media and entertainment company worldwide. It operates through three segments: Studios, Network, and DTC. The Studios segment produces and releases feature films for initial exhibition in theaters; produces and licenses television programs to third parties and networks and direct-to-consumer services; distributes films and television programs to various third parties and internal television; and offers streaming services and distribution through the home entertainment market, themed experience licensing, and interactive gaming. The Network segment comprises domestic and international television markets. The DTC segment offers premium pay-tv and streaming services. In addition, the company offers portfolio of content, brands, and franchises across television, film, streaming, and gaming under the Warner Bros. Pictures Group, Warner Bros. Television Group, DC, HBO, HBO Max, Discovery Channel, discovery+, CNN, HGTV, Food Network, TNT, TBS, TLC, OWN, Warner Bros. Games, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Harry Potter, Looney Tunes, Hanna-Barbera, Game of Thrones, and The Lord of the Rings brands. Further, it provides content through distribution platforms, including linear network, free-to-air, and broadcast television; authenticated GO applications, digital distribution arrangements, content licensing arrangements, and direct-to-consumer subscription products. Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. was incorporated in 2008 and is headquartered in New York.
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#19 - Live Nation Entertainment

NYSE:LYV
Stock Price: $88.00 (+$0.34)
Market Cap: $20.27 billion
P/E Ratio: 60.3
Consensus Rating: Buy (12 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $109.91 (24.9% Upside)
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. operates as a live entertainment company. It operates through Concerts, Ticketing, and Sponsorship & Advertising segments. The Concerts segment promotes live music events in its owned or operated venues, and in rented third-party venues; operates and manages music venues; produces music festivals; creates and streams associated content; and offers management and other services to artists. The Ticketing segment manages the ticketing operations, including the provision of ticketing software and services to clients for tickets and event information through its primary websites livenation.com and ticketmaster.com, as well as through other websites, mobile apps, retail outlets, and call centers; and provides ticket resale services. This segment sells tickets for its events and third-party clients in various live event categories; offers ticketing services for arenas, stadiums, amphitheaters, music clubs, concert promoters, professional sports franchises and leagues, college sports teams, performing arts venues, museums, and theaters. The Sponsorship & Advertising segment sells international, national, and local sponsorships and placement of advertising, including signage and promotional programs; rich media offering that comprise advertising related with live streaming and music-related content; and ads across its distribution network of venues, events, and websites. This segment also manages the development of strategic sponsorship programs, as well as develops, books, and produces custom events or programs for specific brands. It owns, operates, or leases entertainment venues in North America and internationally. The company was formerly known as Live Nation, Inc. and changed its name to Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. in January 2010. Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. was incorporated in 2005 and is headquartered in Beverly Hills, California.
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#20 - Sirius XM

NASDAQ:SIRI
Stock Price: $4.99 (-$0.05)
Market Cap: $19.17 billion
P/E Ratio: 15.6
Dividend Yield: 2.06%
Consensus Rating: Reduce (2 Buy Ratings, 4 Hold Ratings, 4 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $4.98 (-0.3% Upside)
Sirius XM Holdings Inc., an audio entertainment company, operates audio business including subscription entertainment services in the United States. It operates through Sirius XM, and Pandora and Off-platform segment. The company's Sirius XM segment provides music, sports, entertainment, comedy, news, traffic and weather channels, and other content, as well as podcast and infotainment services on subscription fee basis; and live, curated, and exclusive and on demand programming services through satellite radio system and streamed via applications for mobile and home devices, and other consumer electronic equipment. Its Pandora and Off-platform segment operates music and podcast streaming platform, which offers personalized experience for listener through computers, tablets, mobile devices, vehicle speakers, and connected devices. In addition, the company offers podcasts including true crime to politics, sports, comedy, and other podcasts under Stitcher brand. Further, it distributes satellite radios through automakers and retailers, as well as its website. The company also provides location-based services through two-way wireless connectivity, including safety, security, convenience, remote vehicles diagnostic, maintenance and data, and stolen or parked vehicle locator services. Additionally, it offers satellite television services, which offer music channels on the DISH Network satellite television service as a programming package; Travel Link, a suite of data services that include graphical weather, fuel prices, sports schedule and scores, and movie listings; and real-time traffic and weather services, as well as music programming and commercial-free music services for commercial, office, restaurants, and other business. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in New York. Sirius XM Holdings Inc. is a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation.
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#21 - Kellanova

NYSE:K
Stock Price: $54.94 (+$1.25)
Market Cap: $18.82 billion
P/E Ratio: 23.1
Dividend Yield: 4.12%
Consensus Rating: Hold (1 Buy Ratings, 13 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $62.73 (14.2% Upside)
Kellanova, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets snacks and convenience foods. The company operates through four segments: North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Its principal products include crackers, crisps, savory snacks, toaster pastries, cereal bars, granola bars and bites, ready-to-eat cereals, frozen waffles, veggie foods, and noodles. The company offers its products under the Kellogg's, Cheez-It, Pringles, Austin, Parati, RXBAR, Kashi, Bear Naked, Eggo, Morningstar Farms, Choco Krispies, Crunchy Nut, Nutri-Grain, Special K, Squares, Zucaritas, Sucrilhos, Pop-Tarts, K-Time, Sunibrite, Split Stix, Be Natural, LCMs, Coco Pops, Frosties, Krave, Rice Krispies Treats, Kashi Go, Crunchy Nut, Rice Krispies Squares, Incogmeato, Veggitizers, and Gardenburger brand names. It sells its products to retailers through direct sales forces, as well as brokers and distributors. The company was formerly known as Kellogg Company and changed its name to Kellanova in October 2023. Kellanova was founded in 1906 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.
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#22 - Warner Music Group

NASDAQ:WMG
Stock Price: $35.29 (-$0.90)
Market Cap: $18.21 billion
P/E Ratio: 43.6
Dividend Yield: 1.87%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (12 Buy Ratings, 5 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $36.24 (2.7% Upside)
Warner Music Group Corp. operates as a music entertainment company in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and internationally. It operates through Recorded Music and Music Publishing segments. The Recorded Music segment is involved in the discovery and development of recording artists, as well as related marketing, promotion, distribution, sale, and licensing of music created by such recording artists; markets its music catalog through compilations and reissuances of previously released music and video titles, as well as previously unreleased materials; and conducts its operation primarily through a collection of record labels, such as Warner Records and Atlantic Records, as well as Asylum, Big Beat, Canvasback, East West, Erato, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Reprise, Roadrunner, Sire, Spinnin' Records, Warner Classics, and Warner Music Nashville. This segment markets, distributes, and sells music and video products to retailers and wholesale distributors; independent labels to retail and wholesale distributors; and various distribution centers and ventures, as well as retail outlets, online physical retailers, streaming services, and download services. The Music Publishing segment owns and acquires rights to approximately one million musical compositions comprising pop hits, American standards, folk songs, and motion picture and theatrical compositions. Its catalog includes approximately 150,000 songwriters and composers; and various genres, including pop, rock, jazz, classical, country, R&B, hip-hop, rap, reggae, Latin, folk, blues, symphonic, soul, Broadway, electronic, alternative, and gospel. This segment also administers the music and soundtracks of various third-party television and film producers and studios. The company was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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#23 - ON

NYSE:ONON
Stock Price: $28.56 (+$0.69)
Market Cap: $17.96 billion
P/E Ratio: 102.0
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (14 Buy Ratings, 3 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $35.83 (25.5% Upside)
On Holding AG develops and distributes sports products worldwide. It offers athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories. The company offers its products through independent retailers and distributors, online, and stores. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
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#24 - Carnival Co. &

NYSE:CCL
Stock Price: $15.68 (-$0.04)
Market Cap: $17.55 billion
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (16 Buy Ratings, 2 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $20.56 (31.1% Upside)
Carnival Corporation & plc engages in the provision of leisure travel services in North America, Australia, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: NAA Cruise Operations, Europe Cruise Operations, Cruise Support, and Tour and Other. It operates port destinations and private islands, as well as owns and operates hotels, lodges, glass-domed railcars, and motor coaches. The company offers its services under the Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, Costa Cruises, AIDA Cruises, P&O Cruises, and Cunard brand. Additionally, it sells its cruises primarily through travel agents, tour operators, vacation planners, and websites. Carnival Corporation & plc was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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#25 - Endeavor Group

NYSE:EDR
Stock Price: $24.20 (-$0.14)
Market Cap: $16.79 billion
P/E Ratio: 69.1
Dividend Yield: 0.99%
Consensus Rating: Buy (5 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $32.00 (32.3% Upside)
Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. operates as an entertainment, sports, and content company worldwide. The Owned Sports Properties segment operates a portfolio of sports properties, including Ultimate Fighting Championship, Professional Bull Rider, Euroleague, and Diamond Baseball Holdings that license broadcast and other intellectual property rights and operate exclusive live events. The Events, Experiences & Rights segment provides services to live events, including sporting events, fashion, art fairs and music, culinary, and lifestyle festivals. This segment also produces and distributes sports video programming, as well as operates events on behalf of third parties. The Representation segment offers services to talent across entertainment, sports, and fashion, such as actors, directors, writers, athletes, models, musicians, and other artists in various mediums. This segment provides brand strategy, marketing, advertising, public relations, analytics, digital, activation, and experiential services to corporate and other clients; intellectual property licensing services to a portfolio of entertainment, sports, and consumer product brands; and content development, production, financing, sales, and advisory services for television properties, documentaries, feature films, and podcasts. The Sports Data & Technology segment delivers live streaming and data feeds for sports events to sportsbooks, rightsholders, and media partners, as well as on-demand virtual sports products and front-end solutions, including the UFC Event Centre. This segment also specializes in betting engine products, services and technology, processing various bets annually, as well as trading, pricing, and risk management tools; player account and wallet solutions; front-end user experiences and user interfaces; and content offerings, such as BetBuilder, DonBest pricing feeds, and a sports content aggregation platform. The company was founded in 1898 and is based in Beverly Hills, California.
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#26 - InterContinental Hotels Group

NYSE:IHG
Stock Price: $97.53 (+$1.23)
Market Cap: $16.12 billion
Dividend Yield: 1.00%
Consensus Rating: Hold (1 Buy Ratings, 7 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $2,700.00 (2,668.4% Upside)
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC owns, manages, franchises, and leases hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Greater China. The company operates hotels under the Six Senses, Regent, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Vignette Collection, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Hotel Indigo, voco, HUALUXE, Crowne Plaza, Iberostar Beachfront Resorts, EVEN, Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn, avid, Atwell Suites, Staybridge Suites, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, and Candlewood Suites brand names. It also provides IHG Rewards loyalty program. InterContinental Hotels Group PLC was founded in 1777 and is headquartered in Windsor, the United Kingdom.
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#27 - MGM Resorts International

NYSE:MGM
Stock Price: $46.43 (+$1.71)
Market Cap: $15.86 billion
P/E Ratio: 15.8
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (8 Buy Ratings, 2 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $56.12 (20.9% Upside)
MGM Resorts International, through its subsidiaries, owns and operates casino, hotel, and entertainment resorts in the United States and Macau. The company operates through three segments: Las Vegas Strip Resorts, Regional Operations, and MGM China. Its casino resorts offer gaming, hotel, convention, dining, entertainment, retail, and other resort amenities. The company's casino operations include slots and table games, as well as online sports betting and iGaming through BetMGM. Its customers include premium gaming customers; leisure and wholesale travel customers; business travelers; and group customers, including conventions, trade associations, and small meetings. The company was formerly known as MGM MIRAGE and changed its name to MGM Resorts International in June 2010. MGM Resorts International was incorporated in 1986 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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#28 - Formula One Group

NASDAQ:FWONK
Stock Price: $66.02 (+$0.02)
Market Cap: $15.49 billion
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (5 Buy Ratings, 1 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $82.67 (25.2% Upside)
Formula One Group, through its subsidiary Formula 1, engages in the motorsports business in the United States and internationally. The company holds commercial rights for the FIA Formula One world championship, approximately a nine-month long motor race-based competition in which teams compete for the constructors' championship and drivers compete for the drivers' championship. It is also involved in the operation of the Formula 1 Paddock Club hospitality program; and provision of freight, logistical, and travel related services for the teams and other third parties, as well as the F2 and F3 race series. The company was founded in 1950 and is based in Englewood, Colorado. Formula One Group operates as a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation.
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#29 - News

NASDAQ:NWS
Stock Price: $27.01 (+$1.71)
Market Cap: $15.45 billion
P/E Ratio: 108.0
Dividend Yield: 0.78%
Consensus Rating: N/A (0 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
News Corporation, a media and information services company, creates and distributes authoritative and engaging content, and other products and services for consumers and businesses worldwide. It operates in six segments: Digital Real Estate Services, Subscription Video Services, Dow Jones, Book Publishing, News Media, and Other. The company distributes content and data products, including The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch, Investor's Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, and OPIS through various media channels, such as newspapers, newswires, websites, mobile apps, newsletters, magazines, proprietary databases, live journalism, video, and podcasts. It also owns and operates Monday to Friday, Saturday and Sunday, weekly, and bi-weekly newspapers comprising The Australian, The Weekend Australian, The Daily Telegraph, The Sunday Telegraph, Herald Sun, Sunday Herald Sun, The Courier Mail, The Sunday Mail, The Advertiser, Sunday Mail, The Sun, The Sun on Sunday, The Times, The Sunday Times, and New York Post, as well as digital mastheads and other websites. In addition, the company publishes general fiction, nonfiction, children's, and religious books; provides sports, entertainment, and news services to pay-TV and streaming subscribers, and other commercial licensees through satellite and internet distribution; and broadcasts rights to live sporting events. Further, it offers property and property-related advertising and services on its websites and mobile applications; digital real estate services; and financial services. News Corporation was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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#30 - CBS

NYSE:CBS
Stock Price: $0.00
Market Cap: $15.28 billion
P/E Ratio: 7.9
Dividend Yield: 1.83%
Consensus Rating: N/A (0 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
CBS Corporation operates as a mass media company worldwide. The company operates in four segments: Entertainment, Cable Networks, Publishing, and Local Media. The Entertainment segment distributes a schedule of news and public affairs broadcasts, and sports and entertainment programming; produces, acquires, and/or distributes programming, including series, specials, news, and public affairs; operates online content networks for information and entertainment; produces theatrical films; and digital streaming services. This segment also operates CBS Sports Network, a 24-hour cable program service that provides college sports and related content. The Cable Networks segment offers subscription program services, such as original series, theatrical feature films, documentaries, boxing and other sports-related programming, and special events, as well as a direct-to-consumer digital streaming subscription. This segment also operates Smithsonian Networks, which operates a channel featuring cultural, historical, scientific, and educational programs. The Publishing segment publishes and distributes adult and children's consumer books in printed, digital, and audio formats; develops special imprints and publishes titles based on the products of the company, as well as that of third parties; and distributes products for other publishers. This segment also delivers content; and promotes its products on its Websites, social media, and general Internet sites, as well as those related to individual titles. The Local Media segment owns 29 broadcast television stations; and operates local Websites, including content from its television stations. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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#31 - Pool

NASDAQ:POOL
Stock Price: $387.34 (+$6.49)
Market Cap: $14.98 billion
P/E Ratio: 28.0
Dividend Yield: 1.18%
Consensus Rating: Hold (3 Buy Ratings, 6 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $381.80 (-1.4% Upside)
Pool Corporation distributes swimming pool supplies, equipment, and related leisure products in the United States and internationally. The company offers maintenance products, including chemicals, supplies, and pool accessories; repair and replacement parts for pool equipment, such as cleaners, filters, heaters, pumps, and lights; and building materials, such as concrete, plumbing and electrical components, functional and decorative pool surfaces, decking materials, tiles, hardscapes, and natural stones for pool installations and remodeling. It also provides pool equipment and components for new pool construction and the remodeling of existing pools; irrigation and related products, such as irrigation system components, and professional lawn care equipment and supplies; commercial products, including heaters, safety equipment, commercial decking equipment, and commercial pumps and filters. In addition, the company offers fiberglass pools, and hot tubs and packaged pool kits comprising walls, liners, braces, and coping for in-ground and above-ground pools; and other pool construction and recreational products comprising discretionary recreational and related outdoor living products, such as grills and components for outdoor kitchens. It serves swimming pool remodelers and builders; specialty retailers that sell swimming pool supplies; swimming pool repair and service businesses; irrigation construction and landscape maintenance contractors; and commercial pool operators and pool contractors. Pool Corporation was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in Covington, Louisiana.
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#32 - TKO Group

NYSE:TKO
Stock Price: $85.93 (-$1.37)
Market Cap: $14.87 billion
P/E Ratio: 66.6
Dividend Yield: 0.28%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (7 Buy Ratings, 2 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $106.25 (23.6% Upside)
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. operates as a sports and entertainment company. It operates through four segments: Media and Content, Live Events, Sponsorships, and Consumer Products Licensing. The company produces live events, television programs, and long-form and short-form video content across various platforms, including broadcast, pay television, and streaming, as well as digital and social media across approximately 170 countries. It is involved in the merchandising of video games, apparel, equipment, trading cards, memorabilia, digital goods, and toys, as well as sale of travel packages and tickets. The company engages in the corporate sponsorships and advertising business, which offers sale of in-venue and in-broadcast advertising assets, content product integration, and digital impressions. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. is based in New York, New York. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. is a subsidiary of Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc.
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#33 - New Oriental Education & Technology Group

NYSE:EDU
Stock Price: $86.71 (+$5.34)
Market Cap: $14.71 billion
P/E Ratio: 47.6
Consensus Rating: Buy (2 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $72.67 (-16.2% Upside)
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. provides private educational services under the New Oriental brand in the People's Republic of China. The company operates through four segments: Educational Services and Test Preparation Courses; Online Education and Other Services; Overseas Study Consulting Services; and Educational Materials and Distribution. It offers test preparation courses to students taking language and entrance exams used by educational institutions in the United States, the Commonwealth countries, and the People's Republic of China. The company also provides non-academic tutoring courses; intelligent learning systems and devices to offer a digital learning experience for students; and overseas studies consulting services. In addition, it offers online education services through the Koolearn.com platform that provides comprehensive online education courses, including college educational services, such as college test preparation, overseas test preparation, and English language learning for college students and working professionals preparing for standardized tests or seeking to enhance their English language proficiency; and educational content packages to schools and institutional customers, including universities, public libraries, telecom operators, and online video streaming providers. Further, the company develops and edits educational materials for language training and test preparation. In addition, it offers educational programs, services, and products to students through schools; learning centers; and bookstores, as well as through its online learning platforms. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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#34 - Shaw Communications

NYSE:SJR
Stock Price: $30.18
Market Cap: $14.42 billion
P/E Ratio: 26.5
Dividend Yield: 2.90%
Consensus Rating: N/A (0 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
Shaw Communications, Inc. engages in the provision of cable telecommunications and satellite video services. The company was founded by James Robert Shaw on December 9, 1966 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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#35 - Snap-on

NYSE:SNA
Stock Price: $266.03 (-$28.47)
Market Cap: $14.04 billion
P/E Ratio: 14.4
Dividend Yield: 2.54%
Consensus Rating: Hold (4 Buy Ratings, 3 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $306.00 (15.0% Upside)
Snap-on Incorporated manufactures and markets tools, equipment, diagnostics, and repair information and systems solutions for professional users worldwide. It operates through Commercial & Industrial Group, Snap-on Tools Group, Repair Systems & Information Group, and Financial Services segments. The company provides hand tools, including wrenches, sockets, ratchet wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, punches and chisels, saws and cutting tools, pruning tools, torque measuring instruments, and other related products; power tools, such as cordless, pneumatic, and hydraulic and corded tools; and tool storage products comprising tool chests, roll cabinets, and other products. It also provides handheld and computer-based diagnostic products, service and repair information products, diagnostic software solutions, electronic parts catalogs, business management systems and services, point-of-sale systems, integrated systems for vehicle service shops, original equipment manufacturer purchasing facilitation services, and warranty management systems and analytics; and engineered solutions. In addition, the company offers solutions for the service of vehicles and industrial equipment that include wheel alignment equipment, wheel balancers, tire changers, vehicle lifts, test lane equipment, collision repair equipment, vehicle air conditioning service equipment, brake service equipment, fluid exchange equipment, transmission troubleshooting equipment, safety testing equipment, battery chargers, and hoists, as well as after-sales support services and training programs. Further, it provides financing programs to facilitate the sales of its products and support its franchise business. The company serves the aviation and aerospace, agriculture, infrastructure construction, government and military, mining, natural resources, power generation, and technical education industries Snap-on Incorporated was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
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#36 - FOX

NASDAQ:FOXA
Stock Price: $28.78 (-$0.69)
Market Cap: $13.90 billion
P/E Ratio: 14.1
Dividend Yield: 1.64%
Consensus Rating: Hold (1 Buy Ratings, 12 Hold Ratings, 1 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $34.25 (19.0% Upside)
Fox Corporation operates as a news, sports, and entertainment company in the United States (U.S.). The company operates through Cable Network Programming; Television; and Other, Corporate and Eliminations segments. The Cable Network Programming segment produces and licenses news, business news, and sports content for distribution through traditional cable television systems, direct broadcast satellite operators, and telecommunication companies, virtual multi-channel video programming distributors, and other digital platforms primarily in the U.S. Television segment produces, acquires, markets, and distributes programming through the FOX broadcast network, advertising supported video-on-demand service Tubi, and power broadcast television stations including duopolies and other digital platform; and engages in production of content for company and third parties. Other, Corporate and Eliminations segment comprises the FOX Studio Lot which provides television and film production services including office space, studio operation services, and facility operations; and Credible, a U.S. consumer finance marketplace. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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#37 - Hyatt Hotels

NYSE:H
Stock Price: $131.01 (+$1.52)
Market Cap: $13.51 billion
P/E Ratio: 29.2
Dividend Yield: 0.46%
Consensus Rating: Hold (5 Buy Ratings, 7 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $124.14 (-5.2% Upside)
Hyatt Hotels Corporation operates as a hospitality company in the United States and internationally. It operates through Owned and Leased Hotels, Americas Management and Franchising, ASPAC Management and Franchising, EAME/SW Asia Management and Franchising, and Apple Leisure Group segments. The company manages, franchises, licenses, owns, and leases portfolio of properties, consisting of full-service hotels and resorts, select service hotels, resorts, and other properties, including timeshare, fractional, residential, vacation, and condominium units. It operates its properties under the Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, Hyatt, Hyatt Residence Club, Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, UrCove, Miraval, Alila, Andaz, Thompson Hotels, Hyatt Centric, Caption by Hyatt, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, Destination by Hyatt, JdV by Hyatt, Hyatt Ziva, Hyatt Zilara, Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets Resorts & Spas, Breathless Resorts & Spas, Dreams Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotel & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts, and Sunscape Resorts & Spas brands. The company primarily serves corporations; national, state, and regional associations; specialty market accounts, including social, government, military, educational, religious, and fraternal organizations; travel agency and luxury organizations; and a group of individual consumers. It also operates World of Hyatt loyalty program, which rewards points that can be redeemed for hotel nights and other rewards. Hyatt Hotels Corporation was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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#38 - Roku

NASDAQ:ROKU
Stock Price: $94.70 (+$0.21)
Market Cap: $13.49 billion
Consensus Rating: Hold (10 Buy Ratings, 12 Hold Ratings, 4 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $84.74 (-10.5% Upside)
Roku, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates a TV streaming platform. The company operates in two segments, Platform and Devices. Its streaming platform allows users to find and access TV shows, movies, news, sports, and others. The company also provides digital advertising and related services, including the demand-side ad platform and content distribution services, such as subscription and transaction revenue shares; media and entertainment promotional spending services; premium subscriptions services; video and display advertising services; and sells branded channel buttons on remote controls of streaming device. In addition, it offers billing services; and brand sponsorship and promotions, as well as manufactures, sells, and licenses smart TVs under the Roku TV name. Further, the company provides streaming players, audio products, and smart home products and accessories under the Roku brand name. It offers its products and services through retailers and distributors, as well as directly to customers through its website in the United States, Mexico, Canada, the United Kingdom, Brazil, and Germany. Roku, Inc. was incorporated in 2002 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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#39 - Paramount Global

NASDAQ:PARAA
Stock Price: $20.53 (+0.22)
Market Cap: $13.37 billion
Dividend Yield: 0.87%
Consensus Rating: Buy (1 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
Paramount Global operates as a media and entertainment company worldwide. The company operates through TV Media, Direct-to-Consumer, and Filmed Entertainment segments. Its TV Media segment operates domestic and international broadcast networks, including CBS Television Network, Network 10, Channel 5, Telefe, and Chilevisión; and cable networks comprising Paramount Media Networks, Nickelodeon, BET Media Group, and CBS Sports. The company's Direct-to-Consumer segment provides portfolio of domestic and international pay and free streaming services, including Paramount+, Pluto TV, Showtime Networks' subscription streaming service, BET+, and Noggin. The company's Filmed Entertainment segment produces and acquires films, series, and short-form content for release; media licensing around the world, including in theaters, on streaming services, on television, digital home entertainment, and DVDs; and operates portfolio of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Players, Paramount Animation, Nickelodeon Studio, Awesomeness, and Miramax. The company was formerly known as ViacomCBS Inc. and changed its name to Paramount Global in February 2022. The company was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in New York, New York. Paramount Global operates as a subsidiary of National Amusements, Inc.
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#40 - Wynn Resorts

NASDAQ:WYNN
Stock Price: $106.11 (+$6.28)
Market Cap: $11.99 billion
P/E Ratio: 1,326.5
Dividend Yield: 1.00%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (9 Buy Ratings, 4 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $120.14 (13.2% Upside)
Wynn Resorts, Limited designs, develops, and operates integrated resorts. The company operates through four segments: Wynn Palace, Wynn Macau, Las Vegas Operations, and Encore Boston Harbor. The Wynn Palace segment operates private gaming salons and sky casinos; a luxury hotel tower with suites, and villas, including a health club, spa, salon, and pool; food and beverage outlets; retail space; meeting and convention space; and performance lake and floral art displays. The Wynn Macau segment operates casino space with private gaming salons, sky casinos, and a poker room; a luxury hotel tower, that include health clubs, spas, a salon, and a pool; food and beverage outlets; retail space; meeting and convention space; and Chinese zodiac-inspired ceiling attractions. The Las Vegas Operations segment operates casino space with private gaming salons, a sky casino, a poker room, and a race and sports book; a luxury hotel tower with suites, and villas, including swimming pools, private cabanas, full-service spas and salons, and a wedding chapel; food and beverage outlets; meeting and convention space; retail space; and theaters, nightclubs, a beach club. The Encore Boston Harbor segment operates casino space with gaming areas, and a poker room; a luxury hotel tower including a spa and salon; food and beverage outlets and a nightclub; retail space; meeting and convention space; and a waterfront park, floral displays, and water shuttle service. Wynn Resorts, Limited was founded in 2002 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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#41 - Ralph Lauren

NYSE:RL
Stock Price: $171.85 (+$24.71)
Market Cap: $11.11 billion
P/E Ratio: 21.9
Dividend Yield: 2.04%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (11 Buy Ratings, 4 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $146.36 (-14.8% Upside)
Ralph Lauren Corporation designs, markets, and distributes lifestyle products in North America, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company offers apparel, including a range of men's, women's, and children's clothing; footwear and accessories, which comprise casual shoes, dress shoes, boots, sneakers, sandals, eyewear, watches, fashion and fine jewelry, scarves, hats, gloves, and umbrellas, as well as leather goods, such as handbags, luggage, small leather goods, and belts; home products consisting of bed and bath lines, furniture, fabric and wallcoverings, lighting, tabletop, kitchen linens, floor coverings, and giftware; and fragrances. It sells apparel and accessories under the Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Golf Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Golf, RLX Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, and Chaps brands; women's fragrances under the Ralph Lauren Collection, Woman by Ralph Lauren, Romance Collection, and Ralph Collection brand names; and men's fragrances under the Polo Blue, Ralph's Club, Safari, Purple Label, Polo Red, Polo Green, Polo Black, Polo Sport, and Big Pony Men's brand names. The company's restaurant collection includes The Polo Bar in New York City; RL Restaurant in Chicago; Ralph's in Paris; The Bar at Ralph Lauren located in Milan; and Ralph's Coffee concept. It sells its products to department stores, specialty stores, and golf and pro shops, as well as directly to consumers through its retail stores, concession-based shop-within-shops, and its digital commerce sites. The company directly operates retail stores and concession-based shop-within-shops; and operates Ralph Lauren stores, factory stores, and stores and shops through licensing partners. Ralph Lauren Corporation was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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#42 - H World Group

NASDAQ:HTHT
Stock Price: $31.97 (+$0.04)
Market Cap: $10.44 billion
P/E Ratio: 23.3
Dividend Yield: 1.84%
Consensus Rating: Buy (2 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $52.00 (62.7% Upside)
H World Group Limited, together with its subsidiaries, develops leased and owned, manachised, and franchised hotels primarily in the People's Republic of China. The company operates hotels under its own brands, such as HanTing Hotel, Ni Hao Hotel, Hi Inn, Elan Hotel, Zleep Hotels, Ibis Hotel, JI Hotel, Orange Hotel, Starway Hotel, Ibis Styles Hotel, CitiGO Hotel, Crystal Orange Hotel, IntercityHotel, Manxin Hotel, Mercure Hotel, Madison Hotel, Novotel Hotel, Joya Hotel, Blossom House, Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts, MAXX by Steigenberger, Jaz in the City, Grand Mercure, Steigenberger Icon, and Song Hotels. The company was formerly known as Huazhu Group Limited and changed its name to H World Group Limited in June 2022. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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#43 - Toro

NYSE:TTC
Stock Price: $96.92 (+$2.72)
Market Cap: $10.07 billion
P/E Ratio: 31.0
Dividend Yield: 1.56%
Consensus Rating: Hold (2 Buy Ratings, 3 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $104.00 (7.3% Upside)
The Toro Company designs, manufactures, markets, and sells professional turf maintenance equipment and services. It operates through two segments: Professional and Residential. The Professional segment offers turf and landscape equipment products, including sports fields and grounds mowing and maintenance equipment, golf course mowing and maintenance equipment, landscape contractor mowing equipment, landscape creation and renovation equipment, and other maintenance equipment; rental, specialty, and underground construction equipment, such as horizontal directional drills, walk and ride trenchers, stand-on skid steers, vacuum excavators, stump grinders, turf renovation products, asset locators, pipe rehabilitation solutions, materials handling equipment, and other after-market tools; and snow and ice management equipment, such as snowplows, as well as stand-on snow and ice removal equipment, such as snowplow, snow brush, and snow thrower attachments, salt and sand spreaders, and related parts and accessories for light and medium duty trucks, utility task vehicles, skid steers, and front-end loaders. This segment also provides irrigation and lighting products that consist of sprinkler heads, electric and hydraulic valves, controllers, computer irrigation central control systems, coupling systems, and ag-irrigation drip tape and hose products, as well as professionally installed landscape lighting products offered through distributors and landscape contractors. The Residential segment provides walk power mowers, zero-turn riding mowers, snow throwers, replacement parts, and home solution products that include grass and hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, blower-vacuums, chainsaws, string trimmers, hoses, and hose-end retail irrigation products. It sells its products through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental centers, home centers, and online. The company was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota.
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#44 - The Liberty SiriusXM Group

NASDAQ:LSXMB
Stock Price: $30.76
Market Cap: $10.05 billion
Consensus Rating: N/A (0 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
The Liberty SiriusXM Group, through its subsidiaries, engages in entertainment business in the United States and Canada. It features music, sports, entertainment, comedy, talk, news, traffic, and weather channels, and infotainment services through proprietary satellite radio systems, as well as from internet through applications for mobile and home devices, and other consumer electronic equipment. It also offers connected vehicle services; and Travel Link, a suite of data services that include graphical weather, fuel prices, sports schedules and scores, and movie listings. In addition, the company operates a music, comedy, and podcast streaming discovery platform. Additionally, it provides ad-supported radio services; Pandora Plus, a radio subscription service; and Pandora Premium, an on-demand subscription service. Further, the company distributes satellite radios through automakers, retailers, and its website. As of December 31, 2020, it served approximately 34.7 million subscribers through Sirius XM and 6.3 million subscribers through Pandora. The Liberty SiriusXM Group is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado. The Liberty SiriusXM Group is a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation.
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#45 - WillScot Mobile Mini

NASDAQ:WSC
Stock Price: $51.23 (+$0.54)
Market Cap: $9.82 billion
P/E Ratio: 22.4
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (5 Buy Ratings, 1 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $52.50 (2.5% Upside)
WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings Corp. provides work space and portable storage solutions in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It operates in two segments, Modular Solutions and Storage Solutions. The company leases modular space and portable storage units to customers in the commercial and industrial, construction, retail and wholesale trade, education, energy and natural resources, government, institutions, healthcare, and other end markets. The company offers its solutions primarily under the WillScot and Mobile Mini brands. WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings Corp. was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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#46 - Viacom

NASDAQ:VIAB
Stock Price: $24.22
Market Cap: $9.77 billion
P/E Ratio: 6.0
Dividend Yield: 3.30%
Consensus Rating: N/A (0 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
Viacom Inc. operates media brands that create entertainment content worldwide. It operates through two segments, Media Networks and Filmed Entertainment. The Media Networks segment offers entertainment content, services, and related branded products for consumers through approximately 314 locally programmed and operated television channels, including Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Paramount Network, Nick Jr., VH1, TV Land, CMT, Logo, Channel 5, Milkshake!, Telefe, Colors, Paramount Channel, TeenNick, Nicktoons, Nick Music, MTV2, MTV Classic, MTV Live, BET Her, BET Gospel, and BET Hip Hop, as well as through online, mobile, and apps. The Filmed Entertainment segment produces, finances, acquires, and distributes motion pictures, television programming, and other entertainment content under the Paramount Pictures, Paramount Players, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, Nickelodeon Movies, MTV Films, and BET Films brands. It exhibits motion pictures theatrically through home entertainment, licensing to television and digital platforms, and ancillary activities, as well as DVDs and Blu-ray discs, TVOD, pay television, SVOD, cable, and free television; and airlines and hotels. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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#47 - Caesars Entertainment

NASDAQ:CZR
Stock Price: $44.25 (+$1.18)
Market Cap: $9.55 billion
P/E Ratio: 13.5
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (7 Buy Ratings, 4 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $64.08 (44.8% Upside)
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. operates as a gaming and hospitality company in the United States. The company owns, leases, or manages domestic properties in 16 states with slot machines, video lottery terminals and e-tables, and hotel rooms, as well as table games, including poker. It also operates and conducts sports wagering across 28 jurisdictions in North America, including mobile for sports betting and regulated online real money gaming in six jurisdictions in North America; retail and online gaming and sports betting; and other games, such as keno. In addition, the company operates dining venues, bars, nightclubs, lounges, hotels, and entertainment venues; and provides staffing and management services. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. was founded in 1937 and is based in Reno, Nevada.
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#48 - Zynga

NASDAQ:ZNGA
Stock Price: $8.18
Market Cap: $9.26 billion
Consensus Rating: N/A (0 Buy Ratings, 0 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: N/A
Zynga Inc. develops, markets, and operates social game services in the United States and internationally. The company provides social games as live services played on mobile platforms, such as Apple iOS and Google's Android operating systems; social networking platforms, such as Facebook and Snapchat; and personal computers consoles, such as Nintendo's Switch game console, and other platforms and consoles. It also provides advertising services comprising mobile advertisements, engagement advertisements and offers, and branded virtual items and sponsorships for marketers and advertisers; and licenses its own brands. In addition, the company operates mobile programmatic advertising and monetization platform. Zynga Inc. was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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#49 - Churchill Downs

NASDAQ:CHDN
Stock Price: $123.00 (+$1.02)
Market Cap: $9.18 billion
P/E Ratio: 26.1
Dividend Yield: 0.32%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (6 Buy Ratings, 1 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $142.43 (15.8% Upside)
Churchill Downs Incorporated operates as a racing, online wagering, and gaming entertainment company in the United States. It operates through Live and Historical Racing, TwinSpires, and Gaming segments. The company operates pari-mutuel gaming entertainment venues; TwinSpires, an online wagering platform for horse racing, sports, and iGaming; retail sportsbooks; and casino gaming. It also offers streaming video of live horse races, replays, and an assortment of racing and handicapping information; and provides the Bloodstock Research Information Services platform for horse racing statistical data. In addition, the company manufactures and operates pari-mutuel wagering systems for racetracks, off-track betting facilities, and other pari-mutuel wagering businesses. Churchill Downs Incorporated was founded in 1875 and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.
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#50 - Birkenstock

NYSE:BIRK
Stock Price: $48.00 (+$2.09)
Market Cap: $9.02 billion
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy (12 Buy Ratings, 7 Hold Ratings, 0 Sell Ratings)
Consensus Price Target: $47.51 (-1.0% Upside)
Birkenstock Holding plc manufactures and sells footwear products. It also offers sandals, shoes, closed-toe silhouettes, skincare products, and accessories. The company sells its products through e-commerce sites and a network of owned retail stores, as well as business-to-business channels. It operates in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Europe, APMA, and internationally. Birkenstock Holding plc was founded in 1774 and is based in London, the United Kingdom. Birkenstock Holding plc is a subsidiary of BK LC Lux MidCo S.à r.l.
Consumer Discretionary Stocks

Key Points

  • Companies in the consumer discretionary sector provide products and services considered luxuries or non-necessities.
  • Some consumer discretionary stocks include companies selling automobiles, apparel and electronics. 
  • The consumer discretionary sector can be a great place to find growth stocks.
  • 5 stocks we like better than Amazon.com

Companies in the consumer discretionary sector provide products and services considered luxuries or non-necessities. Some consumer discretionary stocks include companies selling automobiles, apparel and electronics. 

What is consumer discretionary?

The consumer discretionary sector is one of the eleven sectors of the Standard & Poor's 500 stock market index. The sector comprises retailers, media companies, and manufacturers of consumer products. The sector is considered a leading indicator of economic activity, as consumer spending accounts for a significant portion of gross domestic product (GDP).

Many consumer discretionary companies offer products and services that cater to specific niche markets. For example, a company that manufactures luxury automobiles may only sell to a small segment of the population that can afford to pay for such a product. Similarly, a company that produces high-end fashion apparel may only sell to a small portion of the population willing and able to pay for designer clothing. 

The consumer discretionary sector can be a great place to find growth stocks. This is because companies in this sector often benefit from strong consumer spending. When consumers spend money, companies in the consumer discretionary sector often see their sales and profits increase.

Learn more: Consumer staples vs. consumer discretionary

Consumer Discretionary Stocks and Volatility

The consumer discretionary sector is often one of the most volatile sectors in the stock market. Consumers tend to spend more money on discretionary items when the economy is doing well. However, when the economy is struggling, consumers may cut back on their spending on discretionary items. This is what makes them cyclical stocks.

As high volatility stocks, companies in the consumer discretionary sector can experience large swings in their stock prices. This fluctuation in the stock price is sometimes referred to as its beta. Beta measures a stock’s volatility compared with the broader market’s volatility overall. The market is given a beta of 1, and stocks with a beta higher than 1 are said to be more volatile than the market itself. Volatility can also occur in the opposite direction, with stocks having a beta of less than 1. The three-year beta for the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA: XLY) is 1.08, thus making it more volatile than average. Learn more about the best consumer discretionary ETFs, which could offer more diversification for your portfolio.

Some causes of volatility for consumer discretionary stocks can include changes in interest rates. When interest rates are low, stock prices tend to be high. This is because low-interest rates make it cheaper for companies to borrow money, which can be used to invest in growth.

However, there is not always a direct correlation between interest rates and stock prices. For example, if the economy is weak, then companies may be less likely to borrow money and invest in growth, even if interest rates are low. In this case, stock prices may fall even when interest rates are low.

Learn more: What does the Consumer Price Index measure?

Top Consumer Discretionary Stocks List

There are many different types of consumer discretionary stocks available to investors, but some are better than others. Here are a few top consumer discretionary stocks to consider adding to your portfolio. Don't forget to check out our best consumer discretionary stocks of 2023.

Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN)

Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and continues to grow at an incredible rate. This growth is partially driven by strong demand for Amazon’s Prime membership service. Amazon’s online retailing places it at the core of the consumer discretionary sector.

Home Depot Inc. (NYSE: HD)

Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement retailer. Home Depot benefits from a strong housing market, as more homeowners undertake projects during this time to improve their households. The company also sells large amounts of consumer staples, which may give its sales some cushioning during a downturn.

McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE: MCD)

McDonald’s is the world’s largest fast-food chain. McDonald’sbenefits from a strong global brand and a vast network of restaurant locations. Despite its famous cheap prices, the restaurant brand is generally considered a discretionary stock because this industry is affected by gas prices and income changes.

Nike Inc. (NYSE: NKE)

Nike is the world’s largest sporting goods company. Nike’s famous clothing and footwear brand sells best when times are good due to their premium quality and price tag. These luxuries are first to be cut from household budgets when a downturn occurs.

Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX)

Starbucks is the world’s largest coffee chain. Coffee is undeniably a luxury that people can’t live without - or alternatively, won’t die from lacking it. When the economy starts going bad, people on a tight budget start looking for an alternative for their caffeine fix, such as buying it from the supermarket instead of ordering out.

How to Pick the Best Consumer Discretionary Stocks

It’s no secret that the stock market can be a volatile place. But for those who are willing to take on some risk, there can be a lot of rewards to be had for those who invest in consumer discretionary stocks.

While this may seem like a risky place to invest, the truth is that these companies often benefit the most from economic growth. When consumers have more money to spend, they are more likely to splurge on discretionary items.

So, if you’re looking for the best consumer discretionary stocks to buy, here are a few things to keep in mind.

Look for companies with strong brands.

The consumer discretionary sector is filled with companies that have strong brands. These are the types of companies that consumers are loyal to and are willing to pay a premium for.

Some of the best consumer discretionary stocks to buy have brand names that are recognized around the world. These companies have built up a lot of equity in their brands and can command a higher price for their products.

Look for companies with strong growth prospects.

When you’re looking for the best consumer discretionary stocks to buy, you want to find companies with strong growth prospects. Look for companies that are expanding into new markets or launching new products.

These companies are the ones that are most likely to see their stock prices rise as they grow.

Look for companies with solid financials.

Of course, you don’t want to invest in a company that is on the verge of bankruptcy. So, be sure to look for companies with solid financials.

Look for companies that have strong balance sheets and are profitable. These are the types of companies that are more likely to weather economic downturns and still be standing when the economy recovers.

Look for companies with a history of dividend payments.

Another thing to look for when you’re searching for the best consumer discretionary stocks to buy is a history of dividend payments. Companies with a history of paying dividends are usually more stable and weather economic downturns better.

Plus, dividend payments can provide you with a source of income as you wait for the stock price to rebound.

Be patient.

Finally, it’s important to be patient when you’re investing in the consumer discretionary sector. This sector can be volatile, so it’s important to have a long-term perspective.

Investing in the consumer discretionary sector can be a great way to achieve long-term growth. But it’s important to do your homework and to be patient. If you do, you’ll be well-positioned to profit from the sector’s long-term growth potential.

What Makes a Good Consumer Discretionary Stock?

When looking for a good consumer discretionary stock, investors should consider factors such as the company's financial stability, its ability to generate revenue and profit, and its competitive advantages. 

A company's financial stability can be measured by its debt-to-equity ratio, which is a good indicator of its ability to pay its debts. A company with a lower debt-to-equity ratio is typically more financially stable than a company with a higher ratio. 

A company's ability to generate revenue and profit can be measured by its top-line and bottom-line growth. A company with strong top-line growth is typically able to generate more revenue, while a company with strong bottom-line growth is typically more profitable.

 A company's competitive advantages can be measured by its market share and its competitive position in its industry. A company with a large market share is typically more dominant in its industry, while a company with a strong competitive position is typically more protected from competition.

Mistakes to Avoid When Investing in Consumer Discretionary Stocks

It's a good idea to learn the ins and outs of how the economy works to avoid mistakes when investing in consumer discretionary stocks. Learn more: How does Consumer Price Index affect stock market?

  • Not knowing the difference between consumer discretionary and consumer staples: Many people think they are the same, but in reality, they are two very different types of stocks.
  • Consumer discretionary stocks are much more volatile and risky and are therefore not suitable for everyone. Staples are products people typically cannot live without. Think basic foods and hygiene products. 
  • These types of companies, such as Dollar Tree (NASDAQ: DLTR), have stocks with lower volatility than the broader market as its products are in demand even during a recession.
  • You must research any stock before investing, especially consumer discretionary stocks. Before investing, ensure you know everything you can about the company and the sector. 
  • Not having a diversified portfolio: It is important to diversify your portfolio so that you are not too exposed to any one sector or company. This is especially important with consumer discretionary stocks, which can be very volatile. 
  • Trying to time the market: It is impossible to predict the market, and attempting to do so is a surefire way to lose money. When investing in consumer discretionary stocks, it is important to take a long-term approach. 
  • Not having an exit strategy: Before investing in any stock, you should have an exit strategy in place. This is even more important with consumer discretionary stocks, as they can quickly lose a lot of value.

An exchange-traded fund (ETF) is an investment fund that tracks an index, a commodity, or a basket of assets like an index fund but trades like a stock on an exchange. ETFs are one of the fastest-growing products in the investment industry.

A consumer discretionary ETF is an ETF that invests in stocks of companies that produce goods and services that are not necessary for survival. 

The largest consumer discretionary ETF is the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA: XLY), which tracks the performance of the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector Index. 

Other consumer discretionary ETFs include the VanEck Vectors Retail ETF (NYSEARCA: RTHCRRD), the First Trust Consumer Discretionary AlphaDEX Fund (NYSEARCA: FXD), and the iShares Edge MSCI USA Consumer Discretionary Momentum Factor ETF (BATS: MTUM).

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