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The Fund generally will invest at least 90% of its total assets in securities that comprise the Underlying Index. The Underlying Index is composed of common stocks of U.S. leisure and entertainment companies. These companies are engaged principally in the design, production or distribution of goods or services in the leisure and entertainment industries.

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로얄 캐리비안 크루즈(NYSE:RCL)의 주가가 화요일에 혼재된 3분기 실적을 발표 후 3% 이상 상승했다. 매출은 전년 대비 17.5% 증가한 48억 9천만 달러로, 컨센서스인 49억 달러를 밑돌았고, 조정된 주당순이익(EPS)은 5.20 달러로 컨센서스인 5.03 달러를 상회했다.

로얄 캐리비안의 3분기 EPS는 예상을 상회했지만, 골드만삭스는 4분기 비용에 대해 경고

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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>) shares are trading higher on Tuesday. The company reported mixed <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41601688/royal-caribbean-eyes-14-eps-in-2025-amid-cruise-demand-and-expanded-destinations" rel="noreferrer noopener">third-quarter results today</a>.
Revenue grew 17.5% year-over-year to $4.89 billion,&nbsp;missing the consensus of $4.90 billion, while adjusted EPS of $5.20&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41601688/royal-caribbean-eyes-14-eps-in-2025-amid-cruise-demand-and-expanded-destinations" rel="noreferrer noopener">was above the consensus of $5.03</a>.
The company sees fourth-quarter net yields increase 5.1% to 5.6% in constant currency. RCL sees adjusted EPS of $1.40 – $1.45 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">against the estimate of $2.28</a>.
Goldman Sachs analyst Lizzie Dove writes that looking ahead, the primary disappointment is expected to be in the fourth-quarter guidance, with reported net yield growth projected at 5.3% to 5.8%, slightly below our expectation of 5.9%.
This forecast already considers the impact of Hurricane Milton, estimated at approximately 40 basis points, which would adjust the midpoint to 5.95%, added the analyst.
Additionally, Dove anticipates a greater emphasis on costs, as the fourth-quarter guidance of 7.8% to 8.3% year-over-year (reported) exceeds Goldman Sachs and Street estimates of 5.6% to 5.8%.
The analyst says that the fourth-quarter adjusted EPS guidance incorporates $0.24 of headwinds—one-third from Hurricane Milton and two-thirds due to the timing of cost shifts from the third quarter and increased non-cash stock compensation.
Adjusting for the timing shift in costs from third-quarter diminishes the EPS beat, which may not meet investor expectations, adds the analyst.
However, Dove says that the fundamentals remain robust, with demand and pricing conditions improving since the last earnings call and strong demand anticipated for 2025.
The analyst anticipates that long-term estimates for the Street to rise as a result, with current 2025 EPS estimated at $14.04 and the Street&#8217;s at $13.70.
Investors can gain access to the stock via&nbsp;Defiance Hotel, Airline, and Cruise ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRUZ#NYSE">CRUZ</a>) and&nbsp;Invesco Leisure and Entertainment ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>).
Price Action: RCL shares are up 3.36% at $210.35 at the last check Tuesday.
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Royal Caribbean's Q3 EPS Beats, But Goldman Sachs Cautions On Rising Q4 Costs And EPS Impact

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) shares are trading slightly higher in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket" rel="noreferrer noopener">premarket activity on Tuesday.</a>
The company <a href="https://press.wbd.com/us/media-release/max/warner-bros-discovery-launch-max-7-new-markets-southeast-asia-taiwan-and-hong-kong" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">announced</a> that its streaming service, Max, will launch on Nov. 19 in several Southeast Asian markets, including Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, as well as Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Max features Warner-owned IP, including the DC Universe, Cartoon Network, and an upcoming Harry Potter television show. It also includes programming from Discovery, TLC, AFN, Food Network, ID, and HGTV—all in one platform.
&#8220;Building on successful launches in the U.S., Latin America and Europe, Asia Pacific represents the next phase of Max&#8217;s globalization, making Max available now in over 72 markets with more to come in 2025,&#8221; said JB Perrette, CEO and President of Global Streaming &amp; Games.
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This major expansion comes at a time when competitors like Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) are scaling back their investments in content in the region, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/business/international/2024/10/15/warner-debuts-max-video-across-asia-while-rivals-pull-out/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> BNN Bloomberg.
Internationally, Warner Bros. recently discontinued CNN and TNT, reflecting audience issues as cable subscribers switch to streaming, taking with them advertising sales and subscriber fees.
James Gibbons, president at Warner Bros. said, &#8220;This programming will be available in a brand new streaming app for regional audiences, with Max combining incredible breadth and depth and a best in class viewing experience.&#8221;
Max&nbsp;will offer a choice of different plans, the company said. Full details about pricing will be announced in the coming weeks and will vary by country and provider.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, WBD stock has lost over 30% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Invesco Leisure and Entertainment ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>) and&nbsp;The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>).
Price Action: Warner Bros. shares are trading higher by 0.13% to $7.550 premarket at last check Tuesday.
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Warner Bros. Discovery To Launch Max In Southeast Asia As Competitor Cutbacks

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) shares are trading higher on Friday.
The company announced that Kathleen Finch, Chairman and CEO of U.S. Networks, will retire after 25 years of service.
Following her retirement at the end of the year, Channing Dungey, Chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. Television Group, will take over the leadership of the U.S. Networks business, per a <a target="_blank" href="https://wbd.com/warner-bros-discovery-announces-retirement-of-chairman-and-ceo-of-us-networks-kathleen-finch/" rel="noreferrer noopener">statement</a>.
Finch has led the unit since the Discovery-WarnerMedia merger in 2022 and previously managed a dozen lifestyle networks for Discovery, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.wsj.com/business/media/warner-bros-discovery-hands-cable-tv-business-to-top-studio-executive-a60e98a6?mod=latest_headlines" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported </a>The Wall Street Journal.
In 2022, following the creation of Warner Bros. Discovery, Finch assumed oversight of animation juggernauts Adult Swim and Cartoon Network, as well as top entertainment cable networks TNT and TBS.
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The change indicates that Warner Bros. Discovery is aiming to reevaluate its content strategy for its cable networks, the report noted.
In recent years, the company has reduced its focus on scripted content like sitcoms and dramas, shifting instead towards reruns and unscripted programming such as reality TV, while prioritizing the growth of its direct-to-consumer streaming platform, Max.
Dungey will assume control of the company&#8217;s cable business during a challenging period, the report added. Cord-cutting has severely impacted cable networks, with ratings and ad revenue declining for years.
Last week, Warner Bros. Discovery wrote down $9.1 billion of its cable networks&#8217; value, while Paramount Global reduced the value of its cable business by nearly $6 billion.
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Networks under Dungey&#8217;s oversight will include TNT, TBS, HGTV, Discovery, OWN, and TLC. The report further noted that she will not be involved with CNN, which operates as a separate unit, or HBO, which is outside the U.S. Networks group.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, WBD stock has lost over 44% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;the Invesco Leisure and Entertainment ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>) and&nbsp;the First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund First Trust S&amp;P 500 Diversified Free Cash Flow ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCFY#NYSE">FCFY</a>).
Price Action: WBD shares are trading higher by 1.35% to $7.33 at last check Friday.
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Hyatt Hotels Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/H#NYSE">H</a>) is reportedly close to finalizing a deal to acquire boutique hotel operator Standard International, continuing its trend of expanding luxury properties in popular leisure destinations.
Negotiations between Hyatt and Standard, which manages properties in London, Ibiza, the Maldives, and Melbourne, are in the advanced stages, reported <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-17/hyatt-said-to-be-in-advanced-talks-to-buy-standard-hotels-brand?srnd=industries-v2&amp;sref=TBDibEcD">Bloomberg</a>, citing sources familiar with the matter.
Although no transaction has been completed yet, and the deal could still not take place.
A spokesperson for Hyatt said the hospitality major remains committed to &#8220;asset-light growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.&#8221;
Under the leadership of CEO Mark Hoplamazian, Hyatt has been proactive in acquiring brands such as Alila, Thompson Hotels, and the all-inclusive portfolio of Apple Leisure Group.
These acquisitions have facilitated Hyatt's transition to a business model focused on licensing brands to third-party investors while enhancing its portfolio with high-end hotels that appeal to loyalty program members.
Standard International, initially developed by Andre Balazs, is renowned for its vibrant nightlife offerings at locations like the hotel straddling New York's High Line, the report highlighted.
This acquisition would further strengthen Hyatt's presence in the boutique hotel segment, adding to its collection of luxury properties.
In May, the company reported first-quarter FY24 sales growth of 2% year-on-year to $1.714 billion, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/05/38735101/why-is-hyatt-hotels-stock-sliding-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating the analyst consensus estimate of $1.707 billion.</a>
Hyatt stock has gained more than 29% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Invesco Leisure And Entertainment ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>) and Invesco S&amp;P MidCap 400 Pure Growth ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RFG#NYSE">RFG</a>).
Price Action: H shares closed lower by 3.13% at $157.15 on Wednesday.
Disclaimer: This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.
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Hyatt Eyes Standard International To Expand Luxury Portfolio: Report

Paramount Global&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) shares are trading higher after the company inked a definitive merger deal with Skydance Media to form &#8220;New Paramount&#8221; at an enterprise value of about $28 billion.
The merger offer represents a 48% premium over the price of the Class B stock as of July 1, 2024, and a 28% premium over the Class A stock on the same date.
As per the deal, existing Skydance investors will receive 317 million newly issued Class B shares in New Paramount, valuing Skydance at $4.75 billion, based on a share price of $15 for Paramount Class B shares.
The Skydance Investor Group, led by the Ellison Family and RedBird Capital Partners, plans to invest $2.4 billion in cash to acquire National Amusements, along with $4.5 billion for stock/cash merger consideration for Class A and Class B shares, and add $1.5 billion in primary capital to Paramount&#8217;s balance sheet.
The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2025.
After the transaction closes, the Skydance Investor Group will own 100% of New Paramount&#8217;s Class A shares and approximately 69% of the outstanding Class B shares, representing around 70% of the pro forma shares outstanding.
Notably, the merger between Skydance Media and Paramount Global has been in<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/07/39658163/paramount-board-endorses-merger-with-skydance-media-as-david-ellison-nears-acquisition-of-m" rel="noreferrer noopener"> the works for some time</a>.&nbsp;
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On January 2, 2024, Paramount&#8217;s Board formed a Special Committee of independent directors to review the proposals, and the committee unanimously recommended the Skydance<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/07/n39658364/paramount-globals-special-committee-unanimously-approves-merger-with-skydance-media" rel="noreferrer noopener"> transaction for Board approval</a>.
Following the transaction, David Ellison will lead as Chairman and CEO of New Paramount, while Jeff Shell, Chairman of RedBird Sports &amp; Media and former NBCUniversal CEO, will join as President.
The transaction is expected to bolster Paramount&#8217;s financial flexibility, enabling investments in new initiatives and accelerating efforts to innovate its operational model, upgrade technology platforms, streamline the organization, and drive enhanced cash flow growth.
As of March 31, 2024, Paramount&#8217;s cash and cash equivalents stood at $2.38 <a target="_blank" href="https://ir.paramount.com/static-files/8e9d8f99-765d-48a7-8000-7bcfe856337a" rel="noreferrer noopener">billion</a>.
PARA stock lost over 20% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via the Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Communication Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPC#NYSE">RSPC</a>) and the Invesco Leisure And Entertainment ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>).
Price Action: PARA shares are up 2.96% at $12.16 premarket at the last check on Monday.
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Why Is Paramount Global Stock Surging In Monday's Premarket Session?

Paramount Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) shares surged premarket Wednesday as Skydance Media has reportedly reached a preliminary agreement to acquire National Amusements Inc. and merge with Paramount, the parent company of CBS and MTV.
Shari Redstone&#8217;s&nbsp;National Amusements, the family firm controlling Paramount, will forward the deal to a special committee of Paramount directors for review, reported <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-02/skydance-media-is-said-to-reach-paramount-merger-agreement?srnd=homepage-americas&amp;sref=TBDibEcD" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bloomberg</a>.
This deal, which involves significant financial maneuvering, aims to bolster Paramount&#8217;s position in the competitive media landscape.
Th development follows the recent <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/24/06/39281124/paramount-and-skydance-merger-talks-fall-through-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">collapse of previous negotiations</a>, with renewed talks gaining momentum over the past week. Skydance is led by Oracle Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) co-founder Larry Ellison&#8217;s son David Ellison.
The new terms include a higher valuation for National Amusements and enhanced legal protections for Redstones&#8217; company.
Sellers have 45 days to explore better offers. If approved, the agreement could be finalized within days, though potential hurdles remain.
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As part of the proposed transaction that Ellison previously proposed, along with partners RedBird Capital Partners and KKR &amp; Co Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>), offered to purchase National Amusements for $2.25 billion and infuse $1.5 billion into Paramount to reduce its debt.
Ellison&#8217;s group would contribute an additional $4.5 billion to acquire Paramount shares.
The investment represents a crucial support for Paramount, which has faced challenges as consumers shift from traditional media to streaming services.
Earlier Tuesday, Bloomberg reported that Paramount is in exclusive talks to sell its Black Entertainment Television network. The potential buyers include BET CEO Scott Mills and Chinh Chu of CC Capital, with an offer range of $1.6 billion to $1.7 billion.
Paramount stock has lost more than 34% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Invesco S&amp;P 500 Pure Value ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RPV#NYSE">RPV</a>) and Invesco Leisure And Entertainment ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>).
Price Action: PARA shares are trading higher by 12.9% at $12.10 premarket at last check Wednesday.
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Why Is Paramount Global Stock Surging Today?

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced a <a href="https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2024/attorney-general-james-stops-discriminatory-hiring-practices-doordash#:~:text=DoorDash%20will%20also%20pay%20a,%2C%E2%80%9D%20said%20Attorney%20General%20James" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">settlement </a>with the online food delivery platform DoorDash Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DASH#NASDAQ">DASH</a>). The settlement is regarding the rejection of delivery worker applicants with criminal histories. 
This settlement comes after an investigation revealed that DoorDash routinely rejected applicants based on their criminal history without fair assessment, violating state human rights laws and the New York City Fair Chance Act.&nbsp;
DoorDash agreed to reevaluate rejected applicants, revise hiring policies, and pay a $75,000 penalty. They will distribute the penalty to qualifying applicants who&nbsp;were wrongfully&nbsp;rejected.
DoorDash will review and reconsider all 2,898&nbsp;applicants who were rejected, with priority given to the 57 applicants who&nbsp;had&nbsp;submitted appeals.&nbsp;
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The company also&nbsp;failed&nbsp;to provide proper notice of rights to rejected applicants, as per the statement.
Attorney General James emphasized the importance of fair hiring practices, stating that everyone deserves a second chance and the opportunity to provide for their families.
Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams commended the settlement, highlighting the significance of fair assessment in employment.&nbsp;
The settlement underscores the importance of fair employment practices and provides hope for applicants with criminal histories seeking job opportunities.
Dash stock has gained 74% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Invesco Leisure And Entertainment ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>) and&nbsp;Invesco Food &amp; Beverage ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBJ#NYSE">PBJ</a>).
Price Action: DASH shares are trading higher by 0.41% at $115.15&nbsp;at the last check Wednesday.
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NY Attorney General Secures Deal: DoorDash Offers Second Chance To Applicants With Criminal Records

AMC Networks Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMCX#NASDAQ">AMCX</a>)&nbsp;reported a fiscal first-quarter 2024 revenue decline of 16.9% year over year to $596.46 million, missing the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/05/g38756320/amc-networks-inc-reports-first-quarter-2024-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of $602.60 million</a>.
The American entertainment company's adjusted EPS of $1.16 fell 55.7% year over year and missed the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of $1.67</a>.&nbsp;The stock slid after the print.
Domestic Operations:&nbsp;Affiliate revenue decreased 14% due to&nbsp;basic&nbsp;subscriber declines. Advertising revenues decreased 13% Y/Y to $140 million due to anticipated linear ratings declines and a challenging ad market.&nbsp;
Content licensing revenues declined 40% to $62 million as the corresponding 2023 period included deliveries of&nbsp;AMC Studios-produced series&nbsp;Silo.
Despite these setbacks, AMC Networks reported that streaming subscribers increased by 2% to 11.5 million across its offerings, including AMC+, which added "<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/03/37472003/the-walking-dead-to-the-rescue-again-could-zombie-stock-amc-networks-come-to-life-with-new-" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live</a>" starring Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is compared&nbsp;to 11.2 million subscribers as of March 31, 2023.
The company returned to streaming subscriber growth in the third quarter of 2023 after two quarters of declines, the Hollywood Reporter&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/amc-networks-q1-earnings-advertising-streaming-walking-dead-1235895528/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
Streaming revenues of $145 million increased 3%, primarily driven by year-over-year streaming subscriber growth and price increases.
The consolidated adjusted operating income decreased 30.9% to $149.12 million, with free cash flow at $144.15 million.
The company, helmed by CEO Kristin Dolan, is tilting toward data-led audience targeting for ad buying as marketing dollars&nbsp;continue to&nbsp;shift from linear TV networks to streaming platforms.
AMC Networks stock lost close to 8% in the last 12 months.&nbsp;Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Invesco Leisure&nbsp;And Entertainment ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>) and&nbsp;Schwab Strategic&nbsp;Trust Schwab Crypto Thematic ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STCE#NYSE">STCE</a>).
Price Action:&nbsp;AMCX shares are down 4.08% at $13.17 premarket at&nbsp;the last check Friday.

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AMC Networks Stock Slips: What's Behind the Sharp Revenue and EPS Decline?

Cinemark Holdings&nbsp;Inc&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNK#NYSE">CNK</a>)&nbsp;reported a fiscal first-quarter 2024 sales decline of 5.2% year-on-year to $579.20 million, beating the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/05/b38576394/cinemark-holdings-inc-reports-first-quarter-2024-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst&nbsp;consensus of $560.38 million</a>. EPS of $0.19 beat the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst&nbsp;consensus loss of $(0.20)</a>.
Admissions revenue decreased 6.8% to $289.8 million, and concession revenue declined 4.9% to $224.2 million, driven by a 7.5% decrease in attendance to 39.7 million patrons.&nbsp;
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The worldwide average ticket price was $7.30, and concession revenue per patron was $5.65.
As of March 31, 2024, the&nbsp;company's&nbsp;aggregate screen count was 5,708, and the company had commitments to open three new theatres and 33 screens over the next two years.
The company generated $70.7 million of adjusted EBITDA in the quarter versus $86.2 million a year ago.&nbsp;
Cinemark held $788.6 million in cash and equivalents as of March 31, 2024.
"2024 North American industry box office has kicked off better than expected, declining only modestly versus 2023 despite last&nbsp;year's&nbsp;strike-induced headwinds,"&nbsp;stated&nbsp;Sean Gamble,&nbsp;Cinemark's&nbsp;President and CEO.
Cinema operators are doling out deals and discounts to entice moviegoers as threats loom from streaming content.
Cinemark Holdings stock gained close to 4% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Invesco S&amp;P SmallCap Utilities &amp; Communication Services ETF&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSCU#NASDAQ">PSCU</a>) and&nbsp;Invesco Leisure And Entertainment ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>).
Price Action: CNK shares are trading higher by 0.30% at $17.48 at the last check Friday.
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Are Cinema's Finally Bouncing Back? Cinemark's Q1 Profit Paints A Bright Picture

Paramount Global&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) and Skydance Media are advancing towards a merger, with discussions to purchase out controlling shareholder Shari Redstone underway, CNBC&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/25/paramount-skydance-inch-closer-to-a-merger-agreement.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">cites</a>&nbsp;sources.
Paramount Global&#8217;s special committee and David Ellison&#8217;s Skydance Media, supported by private equity firms KKR and RedBird Capital Partners, are honing the valuation of Skydance&#8217;s assets for the merger and determining the equity to&nbsp;be added&nbsp;for recapitalization.
The parties are nearing an agreement on valuing Skydance at about $5 billion to merge with Paramount Global, CNBC writes.&nbsp;
Ellison and the supporting private equity firms intend to raise approximately $4.5 billion to $5 billion in new equity. Around $2 billion would go towards paying Redstone, with a significant amount also allocated for debt reduction.
The buyers are aiming to finalize the deal in May. However, delays in data provision by Paramount Global during due diligence have slightly postponed the timeline, according to three sources, CNBC notes.
The exclusivity period for merger discussions ends on May 3, but the Skydance consortium seeks a two-week extension.
Ellison is slated to become the CEO of the merged entity, Paramount Global, and former NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell will likely be appointed president. Current Paramount CEO Bob Bakish would leave the company.
The deal had&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/04/38219573/paramount-shareholders-express-concerns-over-potential-skydance-media-merger-any-merger-talks-th" rel="noreferrer noopener">sparked investor concerns</a>&nbsp;about the deal&#8217;s fairness and the exploration of alternative options. Not all shareholders&nbsp;are in favor of&nbsp;the potential $4 billion to $5 billion stock deal. Four Paramount directors departed amid Skydance merger discussions.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/04/38335444/why-paramount-global-shares-are-gaining-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">In a separate development</a>, private equity firm&nbsp;Apollo Global Management, Inc&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>) and&nbsp;Sony Group Corp&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>) have engaged in preliminary talks about a potential deal to buy out all Paramount Global shareholders at a premium.&nbsp;
Apollo had previously offered a $26 billion bid for the company and a $11 billion proposal for Paramount&#8217;s film studio.&nbsp;
PARA stock lost 44% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Communication Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPC#NYSE">RSPC</a>) and&nbsp;Invesco Leisure And Entertainment ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>).
Price Action: PARA shares were down 1.72% to $11.87 at the last check on Friday.
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Paramount-Skydance Merger Talks Heat Up

The U.S. economy added 303,000 jobs last month. That data breezed past expectations for 205,000 job gains, according to FactSet consensus estimates, as quoted on CNBC. The unemployment rate in the United States dipped to 3.8% in March 2024 from the previous month&#39;s two-year high of 3.9% and surprising market expectations, which had forecasted the rate to remain unchanged.
Additionally, the labor force participation rate increased to 62.7% from a near one-year low of 62.5% in the preceding periods, and the employment-population ratio climbed to 60.3% from 60.1%. Below, we have highlighted some of the sectors that will likely see smooth trading in the days ahead in light of the strong March jobs data.
<h3>Sectors in Focus</h3>
Healthcare
Employment in the healthcare industry increased by 72,000 in jobs, above the average monthly gain of 60,000 over the prior 12 months. In March, job growth continued in ambulatory health care services (+28,000), hospitals (+27,000), and nursing and residential care facilities (+18,000).
Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF (ARCA:XLV) can be played to tap the moderate momentum. HCA Healthcare (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hca#NYSE">HCA</a>), which has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) deserves a mention. It is the largest non-governmental operator of acute care hospitals in the United States.
Construction
In March, employment in construction (+39,000) was in line with the average monthly gain over the prior 12 months (+19,000). Over the month, employment increased in nonresidential specialty trade contractors (+16,000).
Investors can keep a watch on the price movement of Invesco Dynamic Building &amp; Construction ETF (ARCA:PKB). As far as the stock is concerned, Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) Dycom Industries (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dy#NYSE">DY</a>) can be played. It is a leading provider of specialty contracting services throughout the United States.
Leisure
Employment in leisure and hospitality rose by 49,000. The industry has returned to its pre-pandemic February 2020 level. Over the past one year, job growth in the industry had averaged 37,000 per month.
The data makes Invesco Dynamic Leisure and Entertainment ETF (ARCA:PEJ) a timely investment. The Zacks Rank #2 Brinker International (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/eat#NYSE">EAT</a>), owns, operates, develops and franchises various restaurants under Chili&#39;s Grill &amp; Bar (Chili&#39;s) and Maggiano&#39;s Little Italy (Maggiano&#39;s) brands.
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Apollo Global Management Inc&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>) has placed an $11 billion bid&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/24/02/37345113/whats-going-on-with-warner-bros-discovery-and-paramount-global-stocks-tuesday" rel="noreferrer noopener">to purchase the</a>&nbsp;film and TV studio of&nbsp;Paramount Global&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARAA#NASDAQ">PARAA</a>), outpacing the company&#8217;s entire market value of approximately $7.7 billion.&nbsp;
This proposal is part of a broader review by Paramount&#8217;s independent committee.&nbsp;
It is also considering&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/01/36787712/hollywood-power-play-david-ellison-aims-to-transform-paramount-global-under-skydance-leadership" rel="noreferrer noopener">a merger offer from</a>&nbsp;Skydance Media, aiming to integrate the entirety of Paramount, including its holdings like CBS and Nickelodeon, the Wall Street Journal&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wsj.com/business/media/apollo-offers-11-billion-for-paramounts-hollywood-studio-24206eab" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.&nbsp;
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Paramount&#8217;s studio, known for hits like &#8220;Top Gun: Maverick&#8221; and &#8220;A Quiet Place,&#8221; has attracted interest from various buyers over the years, including&nbsp;Netflix Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>).
However, Paramount Global&#8217;s primary stakeholder, Shari Redstone, and other board members have previously opposed selling the studio. Redstone, who is open to selling the entire company, faces a crucial decision regarding the potential division of Paramount to facilitate the studio&#8217;s sale.&nbsp;
The interest in Paramount&#8217;s studio stems from its extensive content library and the growing demand for new programming in the streaming sector, despite the decline of Paramount&#8217;s TV networks due to the shrinking cable business.
Simultaneously, Skydance Media, led by David Ellison, has proposed acquiring Paramount&#8217;s parent company, National Amusements, and merging with Paramount.&nbsp;
Ellison, supported by his father, Larry Ellison, co-founder of&nbsp;Oracle Corp&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), is expected to finance the merger.&nbsp;
As Paramount&#8217;s directors review these offers, their challenge lies in ensuring any deal benefits all shareholders, not just National Amusements.
Amidst these developments, Paramount has explored other strategic options, including merger talks with&nbsp;Warner Bros. Discovery Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) and a potential streaming partnership or joint venture with&nbsp;Comcast Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>).&nbsp;
The company&#8217;s stock witnessed a significant rise following the announcement of Apollo&#8217;s bid, marking a sharp contrast to its prior performance this year.&nbsp;
Shari Redstone, who merged Viacom and CBS in 2019, creating Paramount Global, is at a pivotal juncture, considering the future direction of the media conglomerate her father, Sumner Redstone, built.
Previous reports indicated Paramount Global&#8217;s&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36721298/paramount-global-to-reduce-workforce-in-february-faces-acquisition-interest-and-internal-restructuri" rel="noreferrer noopener">downsizing plans across</a>&nbsp;divisions in February, less than initially speculated 800.&nbsp;
The streaming giants, including&nbsp;Walt Disney Co&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) and&nbsp;Netflix, Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), battled subscriber loss amidst price hikes and cost-of-living pressures.&nbsp;
Warren Buffet&#8217;s&nbsp;Berkshire Hathaway significantly decreased its position in Paramount&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/02/37161084/whats-going-on-with-paramount-global-stock" rel="noreferrer noopener">during the period</a>.
The stock lost over 41% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Communication Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPC#NYSE">RSPC</a>) and&nbsp;Invesco Leisure And Entertainment ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>).
Price Actions:&nbsp;PARAA shares are up 2.42% at $24.54 premarket on the last check Thursday.
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Paramount in the Spotlight, Apollo Global Management Bids Big For Film and TV Studio

Benchmark&nbsp;analyst Matthew Harrigan reiterated a Buy rating on&nbsp;Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) with a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WBD/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target of $20</a>.
The re-rating follows this weekend's robust $81.5 million Dune: Part Two U.S. opening.&nbsp;
The market is averse to recognizing an ongoing turnaround at the Warner Bros. studio and a fair likelihood that DTC can generate sustainable $1 billion+ in EBITDA post-2025, Harrigan stated.
Assuming creative and strategic execution, Warner Bros. Discovery will benefit enormously from the studio/DTC/network triad with evergreen IP and an unparalleled film and TV library, somewhat moderating the linear rating and advertising decay rates as consumption gravitates toward streaming.&nbsp;
As per the analyst, the Harry Potter and Dune series will also benefit Maxm.&nbsp;
A re-architecture of the TV ecosystem toward hybrid pricing and continued global licensing should buttress the value of the legacy Discovery Networks non-fiction and lifestyle programming and sports with new original scripted shows as the most challenging element.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Dune: Part Two opened to a strong $81.5 million domestically, the best opening since last October for Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour film at $93 million, although it was likely to exceed the studio's conservative $65 million projection, Harrigan noted.&nbsp;
The global tally was $178 million, although it has yet to open in sci-fi receptive China and Japan.&nbsp;
It is a positive for Warner Bros., although the film admittedly cost $190 million to produce and ~$100 million to market, with economics shared with Legendary Pictures, as per the analyst.&nbsp;
The 2021 Dune: Part One release garnered $402 million globally, although this was depressed by Warner Bros.' pandemic hybrid approach with a simultaneous streaming debut with a 2x+ result plausible for the current release, Harrigan said.&nbsp;
Significantly, the spinoff series Dune: Prophecy will be on Max later in 2024, with the prequel exploring the origins of Dune.&nbsp;
According to Harrigan, Studio positives include the relaunch of the studio animation business under DreamWorks veteran Bill Damaschke, the new partnership with Tom Cruise, the start of filming on James Gunn's Superman movie under new DC leadership, and the rapprochement with J.K. Rowling supporting the new Harry Potter content for Max as early as 2026.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Harrigan projects first-quarter revenue and EBITDA of $10.35 billion and $2.14 billion, respectively.
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Investors can gain exposure to Warner Bros via&nbsp;Invesco Leisure And Entertainment ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>) and&nbsp;Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Communication Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPC#NYSE">RSPC</a>).
Price Actions: WBD is trading lower by 5.82% at $8.17 on the last check Monday.
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Thursday&#8217;s headline number in jobs growth — 199,000 in November, beating expectations of around 180,000 — appeared to take the shine off <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/23/12/36152500/november-jobs-report-outruns-expectations-unemployment-drops-jeopardizing-rate-cu">hopes for a raft of interest rate cuts next year</a>. 
But the big number may have been flattered by thousands of workers returning to the labor force following recent strikes.
Equity indices were flat at the open on Wall Street, while the dollar climbed — an indication that some rate cut bets were being taken off the table. A stronger labor market would appear to undermine concerns of the fragility of the U.S. economy.
A deeper dive into the numbers, however, suggests there are still areas of stress, particularly surrounding the main cog of economic activity — the consumer.
But first, let&#8217;s look at the big number, and why it so significantly beat the prior month&#8217;s 150,000 new jobs and surpassed the 180,000 average forecast by analysts.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Strikers Returning To The Workforce</h2>
Employment in the manufacturing sector of Thursday&#8217;s report, compiled by the U.S. Bureau Of Labor Statistics (BLS), rose by a net 28,000. 
But this also reflected the return of 30,000 workers in the motor vehicles and parts sector from a strike by United Auto Workers members. The headline jobs number for October was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/23/11/35594693/much-needed-cooling-off-or-risk-on-rally-ahead-yields-tumble-bonds-gain-after-octob">negatively affected by the loss of the UAW members</a>.
The iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYJ#BATS">IYJ</a>), which tracks companies in the US manufacturing sector, was up 0.3% in early trade.
A further 17,000 jobs added in the information sector of the BLS survey was primarily down to the return to work of striking Hollywood screenwriters and actors.
Thus, the headline jobs growth number of 199,000 was flattered by nearly 50,000 workers who were only temporarily missing from the workforce.
&#8220;The equity market, which has been consolidating gains over the last few sessions, will need to decipher whether the stronger-than-expected print is due primarily to the return of striking workers, or more indicative of a seemingly entrenched resilient economic foundation that has consistently surprised to the upside,&#8221; said Quincy Krosby, economist for LPL Financial.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trouble In Stores</h2>
Perhaps the most troubling news came from the retail sector, with 38,000 jobs lost — half of them from department stores. The BLS has now reported net job losses in the retail sector in four out of the last five employment reports.
&#8220;The reported 38K drop in retail jobs in November — the worst since November last year — might be a sign that retailers are already nervous,&#8221; said Ian Shepherdson, chief economist at Pantheon Macroeconomics.
Retail sales have seen only tepid growth over the last six months and, in October, sales fell by 0.1%.
The SPDR S&amp;P Retail ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XRT#NYSE">XRT</a>), which tracks retail stocks on the S&amp;P 500, was up 0.6% in early trade.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Round-Up Of The Rest</h2>
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<li>Health care added the most jobs in November, with a rise of 77,000, beating the average monthly gain of 54,000 over the prior 12 months.</li>
<li>The Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>) was up 0.1% in early trade.</li>
<li>Employment in leisure and hospitality rose by 40,000, falling from its 12-month average of +51,000, with almost all the jobs created in restaurants and bars.</li>
<li>The Invesco Dynamic Leisure and Entertainment ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>) was up 1.8%</li>
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One of the biggest trends to watch in 2021 continues to be the reopening of the economy as it relates to the increased rate of COVID-19 vaccinations and the lifting of restrictions in areas across the U.S. and globally.
Restaurants Could Benefit: One industry that saw pressure during the pandemic and could benefit from the reopening trend are&nbsp;restaurants.
Several industry leaders have <a href="https://twitter.com/jonathanmaze/status/1404896377566601216">pointed out</a>&nbsp;restaurant spending has surpassed grocery spending for the first time in a while.
Restaurant spending has also <a href="https://en.as.com/en/2021/06/16/latest_news/1623847509_444848.html">passed </a>pre-pandemic levels in May, suggesting that consumers are opting to dine out once again.
Some are even calling for additional stimulus checks that could boost restaurant spending even further in the latter half of 2021.
Here are several ETFs offering exposure to restaurant stocks&nbsp;investors could consider.
AdvisorShares Restaurant ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/eatz#NYSE">EATZ</a>): This&nbsp;newly launched ETF <a href="https://advisorshares.com/etfs/eatz/">focuses </a>100%&nbsp;on restaurants.&nbsp;Launched&nbsp;April 20, it&nbsp;has a tagline of &ldquo;Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is.&rdquo;&nbsp;
The ETF is split fairly evenly with 35% of assets in large-cap stocks, 34% in mid-cap stocks and 31% in small-cap stocks. Top holdings in the fund include Chuy&rsquo;s Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/chuy#NASDAQ">CHUY</a>) at 5.6%, Ruth&rsquo;s Hospitality Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ruth#NASDAQ">RUTH</a>) at 5.3%, Jack in the Box Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jack#NASDAQ">JACK</a>) at 5.0%, RCI Hospitality Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rick#NASDAQ">RICK</a>) at 4.9% and Texas Roadhouse Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/txrh#NASDAQ">TXRH</a>) at 4.9%. The ETF is the only pure-play for the sector currently on the market.
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Invesco Dynamic Leisure and Entertainment ETF&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pej#NYSE">PEJ</a>):&nbsp;This ETF is another option for investors looking for restaurant exposure.
The ETF counts some of the largest restaurant stocks as<a href="https://www.invesco.com/us/financial-products/etfs/holdings?audienceType=Institutional&amp;ticker=PEJ"> top holdings</a> with Yum China Holdings (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/yumc#NYSE">YUMC</a>), McDonald&rsquo;s Corp (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mcd#NYSE">MCD</a>), Starbucks Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sbux#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) and Yum! Brands Inc (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/yum#NYSE">YUM</a>) all represented around 5% each.
Other restaurants held in the ETF include Texas Roadhouse, Cheesecake Factory Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cake#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>), Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cbrl#NASDAQ">CBRL</a>) and Bloomin&rsquo; Brands Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/blmn#NASDAQ">BLMN</a>).
The ETF also has around 10% of its holdings split across Sysco Corporation&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/syy#NYSE">SYY</a>), US Foods Holdings Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/usfd#NASDAQ">USFD</a>) and Performance Food Group&nbsp;Co (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pfgc#NYSE">PFGC</a>), which are among the largest suppliers to restaurants.
Invesco S&amp;P SmallCap Consumer Discretionary ETF&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pscd#NASDAQ">PSCD</a>): A smaller way for investors to get exposure to the restaurant sector is the Invesco S&amp;P SmallCap Consumer Discretionary ETF.
The ETF <a href="https://www.invesco.com/us/financial-products/etfs/holdings?audienceType=Investor&amp;ticker=PSCD">holds </a>small positions in many small-cap restaurants. Holdings include Shake Shack Inc&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/shak#NYSE">SHAK</a>), Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/eat#NYSE">EAT</a>), Cheesecake Factory, Bloomin&rsquo; Brands, Dave &amp; Buster&rsquo;s Entertainment Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/play#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>), Dine Brands Global Inc&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/din#NYSE">DIN</a>), BJ&#39;s Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bjri#NASDAQ">BJRI</a>), Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rrgb#NASDAQ">RRGB</a>), El Pollo LoCo Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/loco#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) and Fiesta Restaurant Group Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/frgi#NASDAQ">FRGI</a>).
The top holding in the ETF is GameStop Corp. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/gme#NYSE">GME</a>) at 7.9% of assets and the restaurants are all 2.2% of assets or below.
The ETF does offer nice exposure to smaller restaurant companies that could benefit from the reopening of the economy.
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Shares of AMC Entertainment were continuing to surge on Wednesday, and the rally&nbsp;could boost the valuation of three ETFs that count AMC among their largest holdings.
Three ETFs have weighting of AMC shares at 2% or higher, according to <a href="https://etfdb.com/stock/AMC/">ETFDB</a>. AMC comprises less than 1% of assets in all other ETFs that hold the movie theater chain&#39;s stock.&nbsp;
The ETF&nbsp;weightings could change along with the share price of AMC and also change during quarterly rebalancing where applicable. Here is a look at three ETFs that have the largest weighting in shares of AMC Entertainment Holdings (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/amc#NYSE">AMC</a>).
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SoFi Social 50 ETF: The SoFi&nbsp;Social 50 ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sfyf#NYSE">SFYF</a>) <a href="https://www.sofi.com/invest/etfs/sfyf/">tracks </a>the top 50&nbsp;U.S. stocks held by investors on SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sofi#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>).
AMC shares represented 11.8% of holdings as of Tuesday, a figure that is set to rise with Wednesday&rsquo;s price surge. Other large holdings in the ETF include Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/amzn#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Apple Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aapl#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and GameStop Corp (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/gme#NYSE">GME</a>).
The SoFi Social 50 ETF saw shares halted on Wednesday due to the increased valuation and exposure to AMC, a move that is<a href="https://twitter.com/maybebullish/status/1400142941000192004">&nbsp;uncommon</a> for ETFs. Shares of the ETF are up 15% on Wednesday.
Invesco Dynamic Leisure &amp; Entertainment: This&nbsp;ETF, which&nbsp;<a href="https://www.invesco.com/us/financial-products/etfs/product-detail?audienceType=Institutional&amp;ticker=PEJ">offers </a>exposure to 30 of the largest U.S. leisure and entertainment companies, is up 11% Wednesday thanks to the increase in AMC shares.
The Invesco Dynamic Leisure &amp; Entertainment ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pej#NYSE">PEJ</a>) counts AMC as the No. 1&nbsp;holding at 10.2% of assets as of June 1. The next largest holding is Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bkng#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>) at 5%.
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First Trust Mid Cap Growth: The First Trust Mid Cap Growth AlphaDEX Fund (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fny#NYSE">FNY</a>) <a href="https://www.ftportfolios.com/retail/etf/etfsummary.aspx?Ticker=FNY">holds </a>225 stocks. AMC Entertainment is the largest holding at 2.3% of assets as of June 1. The holding in AMC is significant for the ETF, as no other position is worth more than 1% of assets.
The FNY ETF seeks to outperform the Nasdaq US 600 Index with positions in 600 mid-cap&nbsp;U.S. companies. The ETF holds positions in companies with market caps between $1.2 billion and $30.6 billion. The ETF rebalances quarterly. Shares of FNY are up 2% on Wednesday.&nbsp;
AMC Price Action: Shares of AMC Entertainment gained 95.22% Wednesday, closing at $62.55.&nbsp;

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On CNBC&#39;s &quot;Fast Money Halftime Report,&quot;&nbsp;the investment committee gave their final trades of the day.
BNY Mellon Investment Management&#39;s Liz Young likes Invesco Dynamic Leisure and Entertainment ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pej#NYSE">PEJ</a>) and believes people are excited to get back out there.
Decatur Capital Management CEO Degas Wright likes Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aph#NYSE">APH</a>).
Short Hills Capital Partners&rsquo; Stephen Weiss likes Moderna, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mrna#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) and notes the company has a vaccine day coming up this Wednesday.
Virtus Investment Partners&rsquo; Joe Terranova likes NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nvda#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>).

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Restaurants and bars are seeing a boost in business, thanks to two coinciding events: March Madness and the COVID-19 vaccination drive. 
Sports bars and restaurants across the country are seeing full seats again as basketball fans return to watch the NCAA tournament amid a partial reopening, many local news outlets are reporting:
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<li><a href="https://www.wtol.com/article/news/local/march-madness-brings-much-needed-boost-to-restaurants-bars-after-rough-year/512-dfd81554-f500-4bb9-8474-1c180bb62f99" target="_blank">WTOL</a>&nbsp;in Ohio&nbsp;said the return of the NCAA tournament has brought increased business to local restaurants and bars&nbsp;and that March Madness has drawn more attention this year.</li>
<li><a href="https://fox59.com/sports/big-tournament/march-madness-brings-renewed-sense-of-optimism-to-indys-short-term-rental-industry/" target="_blank">Fox59.com</a>&nbsp;reported&nbsp;that March Madness has brought a major economic boost for restaurants and bars in downtown Indianapolis, which was badly hit during the pandemic. And&nbsp;<a href="https://www.indystar.com/story/money/2021/03/19/march-madness-slowly-boosting-downtown-businesses/4771639001/" target="_blank">Indystar.com</a>&nbsp;said restaurants are witnessing full occupancy&nbsp;and are on a hiring spree.&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/san-antonio/news/2021/03/20/march-madness-is-back-in-business-for-texas-bar-and-restaurants" target="_blank">Spectrum News 1</a>&nbsp;said restaurants in Texas also are seeing a boost in business because of this year&#39;s March Madness.&nbsp;</li>
<li>According to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/news/2021/03/26/return-of-march-madness-boosting-bottom-line.html" target="_blank">Charlotte Business Journal</a>, restaurants in Charlotte, North Carolina, have welcomed the return of the March Madness tournament. One establishment,&nbsp;Fox &amp; Hound, has seen a sales jump beating levels in 2019, the last year March Madness was held.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/cts-relaxed-restaurant-capacity-rolls-out-on-day-1-of-ncaa-tournament/2448950/" target="_blank">Nbcconnecticut.com</a>&nbsp;reported that Connecticut saw growth in terms of restaurant business for the first day of the men&rsquo;s NCAA college basketball tournament.&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nwahomepage.com/knwa/march-madness-bring-in-business-to-bars/">KNWA</a> reports bar-and-grills have seen a peak in business due to March Madness.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Restaurants in Las Vegas have seen increased visitors and business with the beginning of March Madness, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/food/march-madness-capacity-shifts-help-fill-las-vegas-restaurants-2310390/" target="_blank">Las Vegas Review-Journal</a>&nbsp;reported.&nbsp;</li>
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With that in mind, head to Benzinga&#39;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-restaurant-stocks/">Biggest Restaurant Stock Movers of the Day</a> listings to see stocks with exposure to the sector.
On the ETF front, there is also the&nbsp;Invesco Dynamic Food &amp; Beverage ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pbj#NYSE">PBJ</a>), the Invesco Dynamic Leisure and Entertainment ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pej#NYSE">PEJ</a>), and&nbsp;Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:&nbsp;XLY).
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March Madness Fuels Restaurant Business Across US; Stocks And ETFs In Sector Could Get A Bounce

The U.S. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/restaurants">restaurant</a> industry ended 2020 with 2.5 million fewer jobs and more than 110,000 eating and drinking establishments were either temporarily closed or shut down for good, the National Restaurant Association says in a report.
Job Losses: The majority of restaurants and bars that closed in 2020 were &quot;well-established&quot; businesses that have been operating for an average of 16 years, the restaurant association said in its report titled &quot;2021 State of the Restaurant Industry.&quot; Unfortunately, 16% of restaurants that closed in 2020 had been operating for at least 30 years.
On average, a restaurant that closed employed 32 people, while 17% of restaurants kept at least 50 people employed.
Nearly three out of four restaurant owners who&nbsp;closed their business for good have no immediate desire to <a href="https://www.elluminatiinc.com/restaurant-opening-checklist/">open a new restaurant in</a> the months ahead. Only 48% of owners plan on staying in the food industry in some capacity in the months and years ahead.
State Of The Industry Today: The restaurant and foodservice industry entered 2020 on track to represent 10% of all payroll jobs in the economy, according to the association. But 62% of fine dining operators and 54% of family dining and casual dining operators indicate their staff levels are more than 20% below normal in early 2021.
Approximately 2 million fewer 16 to 34-year-olds are working in the industry today compared to pre-pandemic levels.
&quot;Restaurants were hit harder than any other industry during the pandemic, and still have the longest climb back to pre-coronavirus employment levels,&quot; the report stated.
Menu Innovation For 2021: Restaurant owners continue to adapt their menu items to stay relevant in the consumer&#39;s mind. Half of casual and family dining operators and 63% of fine-dining operators are offering fewer items on the menu today compared to pre-pandemic.
Consumers want to transact with restaurants that offer a simplified menu with a good selection of comfort foods and/or restaurants with healthier options, according to the report. The availability of alcohol was also highlighted as an important addition to a take-out menu.
Pent Up Demand: There is &quot;no doubt&quot; that consumers want to return to restaurants as it represents an &quot;integral part of our social fabric.&quot; Nearly nine out of 10 adults enjoy going to restaurants and 85% of them saying dining out is a better way to spend their time than cooking and cleaning at home.
&quot;Restaurants are the cornerstone of our communities, and our research shows a clear consumer desire to enjoy restaurants on-premises more than they have been able to during the pandemic,&quot;&nbsp;said Hudson Riehle, senior vice president of National Restaurant Association&#39;s Research and Knowledge Group. &quot;We&#39;ve also found that even as the vaccine becomes more available and more social occasions return to restaurants, consumers will continue to desire expanded off-premises options going forward. Both will continue to be key for industry growth.
&quot;With more than half of adults saying that restaurants are an essential part of their lifestyle, we are confident that, with time, the industry is positioned for successful recovery.&quot;
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Will Restaurants Recover In 2021?

There are going to be three key themes for the coming year, 2021, which will make some ETFs very attractive &mdash;&nbsp;something investors should keep an eye on &mdash;&nbsp;as per&nbsp;Ned Davis Research&rsquo;s Senior Portfolio Strategist Pat Tschosik.
Cannabis sector under the Democratic President-elect Joe Biden,&nbsp;the impact of Covid-19 vaccine manufacturing and distribution, and the electric vehicles segment are expected to emerge as the key themes for 2021, Tschosik said, as <a href="http://www.cnbc.com/2020/12/06/using-etfs-to-play-three-likely-big-themes-for-2021green-wave-covid-recovery-biden-agenda-ned-davis-breaks-down-how-to-play-these-themes-in-2021.html">reported</a> by CNBC.
Legalized Cannabis Under Joe Biden&rsquo;s Term: Tschosik believes that with the Democratic party at the helm of affairs, cannabis stocks may witness significant tailwinds in 2021. During the elections, four states, namely New Jersey, Arizona, South Dakota, and Montana <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/20/11/18347489/2020-ballot-results-where-is-weed-legal">legalized</a> the possession and use of marijuana.
The Ned Davis Research&rsquo;s strategist opines that furthering cannabis legalization on a nationwide level will not only be seen as a progressive agenda of the party but also generate a new model for tax collections on a state level.
The analyst recommends buying Global X Cannabis ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/potx#NASDAQ">POTX</a>), which has gained 44.76%&nbsp;since the election day, and&nbsp;iShares US Healthcare Providers ETF&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ihf#NYSE">IHF</a>) &mdash; up&nbsp;10% in the same period, to gain exposure to the sector.
Since Nov. 3,&nbsp;Canopy Growth Corp (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cgc#NASDAQ">CGC</a>) stock is up 39.7%, Aurora Cannabis Inc (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/acb#NYSE">ACB</a>) by 122%, and Tilray Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tlry#NASDAQ">TLRY</a>) by 30%.
Impact of COVID-19 Vaccine: The news of multiple successful vaccine candidates is spurring hawkish market sentiments. These sentiments are not just restricted to healthcare companies, but also other businesses like retail stores, amusement parks, cinema halls, travel, and tourism, that suffered during the lockdown.
Stocks of travel and leisure companies are set for a rebound next year and Ned Davis Research strategist believes that&nbsp;Invesco Dynamic Leisure &amp; Entertainment ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pej#NYSE">PEJ</a>) and&nbsp;US Global Jets ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jets#NYSE">JETS</a>) provide key exposure to the sector. Both the ETF&#39;s have dropped this year, with PEJ by 15% and JETS by 26%.&nbsp;
Movie theatre chain AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/amc#NYSE">AMC</a>) stock is up 50% since Nov. 3 and Walt Disney Company&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dis#NYSE">DIS</a>) by 24%. Airliner United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ual#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) has risen 44% since the election day. Vacation rental booking company Airbnb Inc&nbsp;is also reportedly targeting a valuation of up to $42 billion in its upscaled IPO amid high demand.
Electric Vehicles,&nbsp;Renewable Energy Sources: Tschosik believes that the next year could be marked by a systematic growth in the electric vehicles and clean energy segment, CNBC reports. &ldquo;Clean energy momentum could continue for decades given the backing from both governments and private industry,&rdquo; as per the analyst.
The senior strategist lists two promising ETFs - the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qcln#NASDAQ">QCLN</a>) and&nbsp;Global X Autonomous &amp; Electric Vehicles ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/driv#NASDAQ">DRIV</a>) as buys for exposure to the sector. On a year-to-date basis, QCLN has gained close to 142%&nbsp;and DRIV by approximately 51%.
EV market leader Tesla Inc&rsquo;s (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) stock has jumped close to 600% since the beginning of the year. The stock rallied stronger in the second half of August and then in the second half of November.
Many Chinese EV companies raised funds from IPO listings in the U.S this year. Xpeng Inc (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/xpev#NYSE">XPEV</a>), an EV company backed by Chinese tech giant Alibaba Group Holdings (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/baba#NYSE">BABA</a>), <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/20/08/17282493/alibaba-backed-ev-maker-xpeng-shoots-up-41-on-nyse-debut-after-1-5b-ipo">generated</a> $1.5 billion from the IPO in late August. Li Auto Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/li#NASDAQ">LI</a>) secured $1.1 billion from the IPO offering in July.

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Several different food-related exchange traded funds (ETFs) are available that dabble in <a href="https://investorplace.com/industries/consumer-discretionary/retail/restaurant/">restaurant stocks</a>.&nbsp;The largest is the Invesco Leisure and Entertainment ETF (NYSEARCA:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/pej-stock-quote/">PEJ</a>), with net assets of <a href="https://www.invesco.com/us/financial-products/etfs/product-detail?audienceType=Institutional&amp;ticker=PEJ">$298 million</a>. However, only four out of its 31 holdings are pure-play restaurant stocks.&nbsp;



An industry-specific ETF to select for restaurant stocks would be the AdvisorShares Restaurant ETF (NYSEARCA:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/eatz-stock-quote/">EATZ</a>). With an appropriately designated stock symbol, EATZ is actively managed and is entirely made up of restaurant chains, except for a couple of food distributors. However, it has less than <a href="https://advisorshares.com/etfs/eatz/">$3 million</a> in net assets, so I wouldn&rsquo;t recommend you buy it.



PEJ and EATZ are up 10% and 6% year-to-date (YTD), with EATZ gaining more than 28% in the past six months, a sign restaurant stocks are on the mend. With this in mind, here are three restaurant stocks that analysts love right now.&nbsp;



<h2>Yum China Holdings (YUMC)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/yumc-stock-1-300x169.jpg" alt="A banner for Yum China (YUMC) decorates the New York Stock Exchange."><div>Source: rblfmr / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Yum China Holdings (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/yumc-stock-quote/">YUMC</a>) is the largest of the three restaurant stocks on this list, with a market capitalization of $15.5 billion. Of the <a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/investing/stock/yumc/analystestimates">33 analysts</a> covering its stock, 22 rate it a &ldquo;buy,&rdquo; with a median target price of $55.07, 43% higher than where it&rsquo;s currently trading.



YUMC is China&rsquo;s operator of KFC and Pizza Hut. But unfortunately, the Chinese population hasn&rsquo;t been dining out as often due to higher inflation in 2023 and a sputtering domestic economy. This has severely reduced Yum China&rsquo;s same-store sales growth.&nbsp;



As a result, YUMC shares are down nearly 40% over the past year. YUMC stock trades at one of the lowest points since Yum Brands (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/yum-stock-quote/">YUM</a>) spun it off in <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/ywang/2016/11/01/yum-brands-spins-off-china-unit-in-new-york-amid-losses-in-market-share/?sh=59e099e74b97">November 2016</a>. As recently as March 2023, it traded well over $60.&nbsp;



The company reported strong <a href="https://yumchinaholdingsinc.gcs-web.com/static-files/4a653df7-310b-4190-97c2-384b0189032d">2023 results</a> in February, including a 21% increase in system-wide sales, 7% same-store sales growth, opening nearly 1,700 new stores and an operating profit of $1.1 billion, 79% higher than a year earlier.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Due to the strong year, it plans to buy back $1.25 billion of its stock in 2024 and increase its quarterly dividend to 16 cents. It also plans to open up to 1,700 stores this year to reach 20,000 by the end of 2026. It finished 2023 with 14,644 in over 2,000 cities.&nbsp;



With a bright future ahead, YUMC is one of the restaurant stocks that has value right now.&nbsp;



<h2>Arcos Dorados (ARCO)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/mdc-1600-300x169.jpg" alt="McDonald's restaurant in Thailand."><div>Source: Tama2u / Shutterstock</div></div>Arcos Dorados (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/arco-stock-quote/">ARCO</a>) is the second-largest of the three restaurant stocks, with a market cap of $2.4 billion. All <a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/investing/stock/arco/analystestimates">six analysts</a> covering its stock rate it a &ldquo;buy,&rdquo; with a median target price of $14.30, 27% higher than where it&rsquo;s currently trading.&nbsp;



Just as Yum China focuses on KFC and Pizza Hut restaurants in China, Arcos focuses on McDonald&rsquo;s (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mcd-stock-quote/">MCD</a>) restaurants in Latin America and the Caribbean.&nbsp;



It is the region&rsquo;s largest restaurant chain, with <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240313225693/en/Arcos-Dorados-Reports-Strong-Fourth-Quarter-and-Full-Year-2023-Financial-Results">2,361 locations</a> as of Dec. 31, 2023. The company owns 71% of them, and the rest are franchised. Approximately 48% of its locations are in Brazil, with the remainder split between northern and southern Latin America.&nbsp;&nbsp;



In 2023, it had $4.33 billion in revenue, up 19.6% from 2022. Its net income was $181.3 million, 29.2% higher than a year earlier.&nbsp;It trades at a reasonable 13x its 2023 earnings of 86 cents. McDonald&rsquo;s trades at <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/xnys/mcd/valuation">23.3x </a>earnings, almost double.



I <a href="https://investorplace.com/2023/01/the-3-best-south-american-stocks-to-buy-in-2023/">recommended</a> ARCO stock in January 2023 at $8.70 a share. It&rsquo;s up 29% since. It&rsquo;s still a buy in double digits.&nbsp;



<h2>Portillo&rsquo;s (PTLO)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/ptlo-stock-1-300x169.jpg" alt="The front of a Portillo's (PTLO) hotdog restaurant in Riverside, California."><div>Source: TonelsonProductions / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Portillo&rsquo;s (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/ptlo-stock-quote/">PTLO</a>) is the smallest of the three restaurant stocks, with a market capital of $967 million. Seven of the <a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/investing/stock/ptlo/analystestimates">10 analysts</a> covering its stock rate it a &ldquo;buy,&rdquo; with a median target price of $21.11, 59% higher than where it&rsquo;s currently trading.&nbsp;



All three of the restaurant stocks on this list are down in 2024, with Portillo&rsquo;s doing the worst, down by 15%. The operator of fast-casual restaurants serving Chicago-style food went public in October 2021 at <a href="https://investors.portillos.com/news-releases/news-release-details/portillos-inc-announces-pricing-initial-public-offering">$20 a share</a>. Its shares currently trade 34% below its initial public offering (IPO) pricing.&nbsp;



When it went public, it had 67 locations in nine states. Today, <a href="https://investors.portillos.com/news-releases/news-release-details/portillos-inc-announces-fourth-quarter-and-fiscal-year-2023">84</a> are open in 10 states, up from 72 at the end of 2022. In 2023, it opened locations in Arizona, Florida, Illinois and Texas. In 2024, it plans to open at least nine locations.



For its business in 2024, Portillo&rsquo;s expects 12-15% restaurant unit growth, same-store sales growth in the low single digits revenue growth in the mid-teens and adjusted EBITDA growth in the low teens.



In late March, Jefferies analysts <a href="https://www.investing.com/news/company-news/portillos-stock-pt-cut-but-jefferies-maintains-buy-on-solid-fundamentals-93CH-3356826">cut</a> Portillo&rsquo;s price target by $3 to $21. However, it maintained its &ldquo;buy&rdquo; rating on the stock, suggesting that the company will continue to be successful with its expansion plans outside the Chicago area. Skeptics have overstated concerns about the restaurant operator&rsquo;s financials and business, but I think it&rsquo;s another value buy.



On the date of publication, Will Ashworth did not hold (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com <a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/">Publishing Guidelines</a>.
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As the holiday shopping season approaches, consumer discretionary ETFs are becoming an attractive investment option as they offer broad exposure to major retail players. ETFs such as Invesco Dynamic Leisure and Entertainment ETF (PEJ), Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (FDIS), and Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY) stand to benefit from increased holiday sales. Read on… Consumer-discretionary stocks are widely known as consumer cyclical stocks, as they tend to be sensitive to economic cycles. Despite the inflationary pressures, we have seen consumer discretion to be resilient in recent years. As the holiday season approaches, consumer discretionary stocks are gaining momentum, and companies are bracing for increased demand.
Given the probable spike in consumer activities, three such ETFs are well positioned for investors to invest in, like Invesco Dynamic Leisure and Entertainment ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEJ/">PEJ</a>), Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FDIS/">FDIS</a>), and The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/XLY/">XLY</a>).
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), consumer spending in the month of July 2024 <a href="https://www.bea.gov/taxonomy/term/706">was up by 0.5%</a> or $103.80 billion, compared to June month's spending increase of $57.60 billion. This rise in consumer spending is the broader trend in the economy: rising consumer confidence and disposable income.
<a href="https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/press-releases/Deloitte-Holiday-Retail-Sales-2024-2025.html">Deloitte's forecast</a> suggests that this year retail sales are anticipated to increase between 2.3% and 3.3% during the holiday season. With e-commerce sales continuing to grow, particularly during the holidays, ETFs that include major online retailers stand to gain the most.
Consumer discretionary ETFs offer diversification, reducing the risk. This diversification offers a more balanced risk profile, which is especially crucial when the market is volatile. Furthermore, this makes ETFs a smart bet ahead of the shopping rush.
With that in mind, let's evaluate the fundamentals of the featured <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/consumer-focused-etfs/">Consumer-Focused ETFs</a>, starting with number three:
ETF #3: Invesco Dynamic Leisure and Entertainment ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEJ/">PEJ</a>)
PEJ seeks to invest in stocks of companies operating across consumer discretionary, media and entertainment, retailing, distributors, durable goods distribution, leisure equipment and product distribution, and communication services sectors. The fund tracks the performance of the Dynamic Leisure &amp; Entertainment Intellidex Index.
As of September 16, 2024, the fund had <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/a/aum.asp">assets under management (AUM)</a> of $236.60 million and an <a href="https://www.invesco.com/us/financial-products/etfs/product-detail?audienceType=Institutional&amp;productId=ETF-PEJ">NAV of $46.52</a>. PEJ has an expense ratio of 0.57%, compared to the category average of 0.55%.
The fund's top holdings include Warner Bros Discovery Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WBD/">WBD</a>) with a 5.24% weighting, Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LYV/">LYV</a>) at 5.12%, and Book Holdings Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BKNG/">BKNG</a>), and Sysco Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SYY/">SYY</a>) at 5.07% and 5.03%, respectively. It currently has a total of 32 holdings.
The fund pays an annual dividend of $0.19, translating to a 0.42% yield at the prevailing price level. The fund's four-year average yield is 0.56%.
PEJ has gained 16.8% over the past year and 11.5% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $46.54. Its fund inflows came in at $2.68 million over the past five days.
PEJ's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its promising prospects. The ETF has an overall rating of A, which translates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
It also has an A grade for Trade and Buy &amp; Hold. Of the 48 ETFs in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/consumer-focused-etfs/">Consumer-Focused ETFs</a> group, PEJ is ranked #14. To access all of PEJ's POWR Ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PEJ/">click here</a>.
ETF #2: Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FDIS/">FDIS</a>)
FDIS invests in stocks of companies operating across consumer discretionary sectors and tracks the MSCI USA IMI Consumer Discretionary 25/50 Index. This fund is managed by Fidelity Management &amp; Research Company LLC and also co-managed by BlackRock Fund Advisors.
With $1.66 billion in AUM, its <a href="https://digital.fidelity.com/prgw/digital/research/quote/dashboard/composition?symbol=FDIS#:~:text=44.02%25-,Top%2010,-Company%20Symbol">top holdings</a> are Amazon.com, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMZN/">AMZN</a>) with a 21.05% weighting in the fund, Tesla, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TSLA/">TSLA</a>) at 11.10% weight, followed by Home Depot, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/HD/">HD</a>) and McDonald's Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MCD/">MCD</a>) with 6.72% and 3.83% weightings, respectively. The ETF has a total of 274 holdings.
The ETF's expense ratio is 0.08%, lower than the category average of 0.55%. FDIS fund inflows were $251.57 million over the past year and $188.33 million over the past three months.
FDIS pays an annual dividend of $0.63, which translates to a 0.74% yield at the current price level. The fund's dividend payouts have grown at a 16.5% CAGR over the past three years. Its four-year average yield is 0.74%.
Over the past year, FDIS has gained 14.8% to close the last trading session at $85.15. The fund's NAV was $85.17 as of September 16, 2024.
FDIS' solid fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The fund has an overall rating of A, which translates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
The fund has an A grade for Trade and Buy &amp; Hold and a B for Peer. FDIS is ranked #6 in the same B-rated group. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FDIS/">Click here</a> to access all the FDIS ratings.
ETF #1: The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/XLY/">XLY</a>)
SSGA Funds Management, Inc. manages XLY. The fund invests in growth and value stocks of companies that are operating across consumer discretionary sectors. It seeks to track the performance of the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector Index.
As of September 13, XLY had $18.5 billion in assets under management and an <a href="https://www.ssga.com/us/en/intermediary/etfs/the-consumer-discretionary-select-sector-spdr-fund-xly">NAV of $192.10</a>. Its expense ratio of 0.09% compares to the category average of 0.55%.
The fund's <a href="https://www.ssga.com/us/en/intermediary/etfs/the-consumer-discretionary-select-sector-spdr-fund-xly#:~:text=Expense%20Ratio%3A%200.09%25-,Top%20Holdings,-Subject%20to%20change">top holdings</a> include AMZN with a 21.58% weight, TSLA with a 16.53% weight, HD with a 9.74% weight, and MCD with a 4.86% weight. It has a total of 52 holdings.
XLY's trailing-12-month dividend of $1.40 yields 0.73% on the current price level, while its four-year average dividend yield is 0.78%. Its dividend payouts have grown at a 7.8% CAGR over the past three years.
Over the past five days, the fund's net outflow came in at $416.58 million. It has gained 11.9% over the past year to close its last trading session at $192.15.
XLY's promising outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. The ETF has an overall A rating, equating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Trade and Buy &amp; Hold and a B for Peer. It is ranked #2 out of 48 ETFs in the same Consumer-Focused ETFs group. To see XLY's POWR ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/XLY/">click here</a>.
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로얄 캐리비안 크루즈(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>)의 주가가 화요일에 혼재된 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41601688/royal-caribbean-eyes-14-eps-in-2025-amid-cruise-demand-and-expanded-destinations" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">3분기 실적을 발표</a> 후 3% 이상 상승했다.
매출은 전년 대비 17.5% 증가한 48억 9천만 달러로, 컨센서스인 49억 달러를 밑돌았고, 조정된 주당순이익(EPS)은 5.20 달러로 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41601688/royal-caribbean-eyes-14-eps-in-2025-amid-cruise-demand-and-expanded-destinations" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">컨센서스인 5.03 달러를 상회</a>했다.
이 회사는 4분기 순수익률이 5.1%에서 5.6% 증가할 것으로 예상하고 있으며, 조정된 EPS는 1.40–1.45 달러로 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">예상 EPS인 2.28 달러에 미치지 못할 것</a>으로 보인다.
골드만삭스의 애널리스트인 리지 도브(Lizzie Dove)는 앞으로의 전망에서 주요 실망 요인이 4분기 가이던스에서 나타날 것으로 예상한다고 작성했다. 보고된 순수익률 성장률은 5.3%에서 5.8%로 예상되며, 이는 예상치인 5.9%보다 약간 낮다.
이 전망은 허리케인 밀턴의 영향(약 40베이시스포인트로 추정)을 이미 반영한 것으로, 중간값을 5.95%로 조정한다고 애널리스트는 덧붙였다.
또한, 도브는 비용에 대한 강조가 증가할 것으로 예상하며, 4분기 가이던스의 연간 보고된 성장률이 7.8%에서 8.3%로 골드만삭스 및 시장 예상치인 5.6%에서 5.8%를 초과한다고 언급했다.
이 애널리스트는 4분기 조정 EPS 가이던스가 0.24 달러의 악재를 포함하고 있다고 말하며, 이는 허리케인 밀턴으로 인한 1/3과 3분기에서의 비용 전환 시기 조정 및 비현금 주식 보상 증가로 인한 2/3라고 설명했다.
3분기에서의 비용 전환 시점 조정을 반영하면 EPS 초과 달성이 감소하여 투자자 기대에 미치지 못할 수 있다고 이 애널리스트가 덧붙였다.
하지만, 도브는 기본적인 수치는 여전히 견고하다고 말하며, 수요와 가격 조건이 지난 실적 발표 이후 개선되었고 2025년에는 강한 수요가 예상된다고 강조했다.
이 애널리스트는 이러한 결과로 인해 시장의 장기 추정치가 상승할 것으로 예상하며, 현재 2025년 EPS가 14.04 달러로 추정되고, 시장의 추정치는 13.70 달러라고 언급했다.
투자자들은 Defiance Hotel, Airline, and Cruise ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRUZ#NYSE">CRUZ</a>)와 Invesco Leisure and Entertainment ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEJ#NYSE">PEJ</a>)를 통해 이 주식에 접근할 수 있다.
주가 움직임: 화요일 로얄 캐리비안의 주식이 3.23% 상승하여 210.10달러에 마감되었다.
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