Validea's Top Consumer Discretionary Stocks Based On Martin Zweig - 4/11/2024
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 11 2024
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Top Rated Consumer Discretionary Stocks: Validea's Growth Investor model highlights top-rated stocks like YUM CHINA HOLDINGS INC, DAVE & BUSTER'S ENTERTAINMENT INC, GRAND CANYON EDUCATION INC, AUTOZONE INC, and SERVICE CORPORATION INTERNATIONAL based on Martin Zweig's strategy.
- YUM CHINA HOLDINGS INC: A large-cap growth stock in the Restaurants industry with a 77% rating according to Martin Zweig's strategy, mainly engaged in restaurant business in China through various segments like KFC and Pizza Hut.
- DAVE & BUSTER'S ENTERTAINMENT INC: A mid-cap growth stock in the Restaurants industry with a 69% rating based on Martin Zweig's strategy, operating entertainment and dining venues under brands like Dave & Buster's and Main Event.
- GRAND CANYON EDUCATION INC: A mid-cap growth stock in the Schools industry with a 69% rating according to Martin Zweig's strategy, primarily serving colleges and universities with technological solutions and academic services.
- AUTOZONE INC: A large-cap growth stock in the Auto & Truck Parts industry with a 69% rating based on Martin Zweig's strategy, known for retailing and distributing automotive replacement parts and accessories in the Americas.
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Analyst Views on PLAY
Wall Street analysts forecast PLAY stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for PLAY is 22.20 USD with a low forecast of 16.00 USD and a high forecast of 30.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
7 Analyst Rating
2 Buy
5 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 19.220
Low
16.00
Averages
22.20
High
30.00
Current: 19.220
Low
16.00
Averages
22.20
High
30.00
About PLAY
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. is an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues. The Company owns and operates about 232 venues in North America that offer entertainment and dining experiences to guests through two distinct brands: Dave & Buster’s and Main Event. The Company has over 171 Dave & Buster's branded stores in 42 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada and offers guests the opportunity to Eat Drink Play and Watch, all in one location. Each store offers a full menu of entrees and appetizers, a complete selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and an assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events. It also operates over 61 Main Event branded stores in 22 states across the country, and offers bowling, laser tag, hundreds of arcade games, and virtual reality. Each of its locations also offers full bar service, including a variety of beers, hand-crafted cocktails, and spirits.
About the author

Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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