Toy Stocks To Add to Your Watchlist - February 09th

As February unfolds, investors might want to keep an eye on some specific toy stocks. According to a recent stock screener analysis, Costco Wholesale, Take-Two Interactive Software, and Walmart have emerged as noteworthy players in the toy sector. Toy stocks represent shares in companies that create and sell toys and recreational products designed for consumers. Various factors, such as consumer spending trends, shifts in toy preferences, and the overall economic landscape, often affect these stocks.

Among the major companies in this field, organizations like Mattel and Hasbro are also significant, often exhibiting high trading volumes in the stock market.

Costco Wholesale (COST)

Costco Wholesale Corporation operates a chain of membership-only warehouse clubs primarily in the U.S. and various international markets, including Canada, Mexico, Japan, and several European countries. The company sells both branded and private-label products across a wide array of categories.

As of midday trading, shares of Costco (COST) saw a decrease of $7.18, trading at $1,043.81. The trading volume reached approximately 1.6 million shares, slightly below its average volume of 1.9 million. With a substantial market capitalization of $463.35 billion, Costco has a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 61.29 and a price-to-earnings-growth (PEG) ratio of 6.26. Its stock reached a 52-week low of $697.27 and a high of $1,063.00.

Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO)

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is renowned for developing and publishing video games and entertainment products, including popular franchises such as Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption.

During the latest trading session, Take-Two shares improved by $25.69 to reach $208.77, with a trading volume of nearly 6.8 million shares, surpassing its average volume of 1.5 million. The company's market valuation stands at $36.67 billion, while its price-to-earnings ratio is reported at -9.79. Over the past year, Take-Two's stock has fluctuated between a low of $135.24 and a high of $212.88.

Walmart (WMT)

Walmart Inc. operates a massive retail and wholesale network globally, including various segments like Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. Walmart offers everything from supercenters to eCommerce platforms, emphasizing a diversified product range.

On the trading floor, Walmart stocks (WMT) dipped by $1.68, trading at $101.17, with over 12 million shares exchanged, which was lower than its average of 15 million. The company has a market capitalization of $812.73 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 41.52. In the past twelve months, Walmart's shares have seen a low of $55.85 and a high of $103.11.

Overall, observing these stocks could provide investors interesting insights into the toy market's dynamics as February progresses.

Costco, TakeTwo, Walmart