Toy Stocks To Add to Your Watchlist - February 09th

Costco Wholesale, Take-Two Interactive Software, and Walmart are three toy stocks that investors should keep an eye on today. These companies are known for their involvement in the manufacturing and selling of toys and other recreational products aimed at consumers. The performance of these stocks typically varies based on factors such as consumer spending, popularity of toy trends, and overall economic conditions.

Costco Wholesale (COST)

Costco Wholesale Corporation operates membership warehouses in various countries including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, and more. It provides a wide range of both branded and private-label products across different merchandise categories.

• Costco: A Retail Powerhouse Defying Economic Challenges

On Friday, shares of Costco (NASDAQ:COST) experienced a drop of $7.18, bringing their trading price to $1,043.81. The trading volume was recorded at 1,631,600 shares, which fell short of its usual volume of 1,921,622. The company's market capitalization stands at $463.35 billion, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 61.29 and a beta of 0.84. Recently, Costco reached a low of $697.27 and a high of $1,063.00 within the past year.

Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO)

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. develops and publishes interactive entertainment games for consumers, known for popular franchises including Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption.

On Friday, TTWO shares traded up by $25.69, reaching a price of $208.77. The trading volume was significantly high at 6,796,761 shares, compared to an average trading volume of 1,516,742. The company's market capitalization is $36.67 billion and it holds a P/E ratio of -9.79. It also has a robust beta of 0.89, with 52-week trading limits of $135.24 and $212.88.

Walmart (WMT)

Walmart Inc. operates a vast retail and wholesale network, along with eCommerce operations around the globe. The company functions through three main segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. Walmart features a variety of store formats including supercenters and discount stores.

On Friday, WMT stock decreased by $1.68, resulting in a trading price of $101.17. It had a notable trading activity with 12,439,499 shares exchanged, which was lower than its average volume of 15,084,413. Walmart's market cap is approximately $812.73 billion, with a P/E ratio of 41.52 and a beta of 0.55. The stock has fluctuated from a low of $55.85 to a high of $103.11 over the past year.

Conclusion

As interest in toy stocks continues, investors should consider tracking the performance of these major players. Both Costco and Walmart provide essential retail services, while Take-Two Interactive presents opportunities in the entertainment sector, each contributing to the broader toy market in different ways.

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