5 resort stocks to watch

The best resort stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals—while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look to stocks with steadier gains over time.

5 popular resort stocks to watch

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the vacation industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.

1. Hilton Worldwide (HLT)
2. Marriott International (MAR)
3. Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H)
4. Wyndham Hotels-and-Resorts (WH)
5. MGM Resorts International (MGM)

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The resort stocks industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering resort stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.

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How to invest in resort stocks

1. Choose an online stock trading platform. Choose from our Top Picks above, use our comparison table below or jump straight to the best stock trading apps in Canada.
2. Sign up for an account. Provide your personal information and sign up.
3. Set up a funding method to pay for the transaction. Deposit funds into your account by linking your banking information.
4. Choose the stocks you want to buy. Search for the stock by name or ticker symbol like HLT or MAR.
5. Place your order. Buy the stock. It's that simple.

Learn more about popular resort stocks

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the vacation industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap US stocks.

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1. Hilton Worldwide (HLT)

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. , a hospitality company, engages in managing, franchising, owning, and leasing hotels and resorts. It operates through two segments, Management and Franchise, and Ownership.

• Previous close price: $249.42
• Market capitalization: $59,123,961,856
• 1 year performance: 40.73%
• P/E ratio: 51.8227

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2. Marriott International (MAR)

Marriott International, Inc. engages in operating, franchising, and licensing hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties worldwide. It operates its properties under the JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels, St.

• Previous close price: $283.96
• Market capitalization: $77,156,990,976
• 1 year performance: 28.41%
• P/E ratio: 29.0733

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3. Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H)

Hyatt Hotels Corporation operates as a hospitality company in the United States and internationally. It operates through Owned and Leased Hotels, Americas Management and Franchising, ASPAC Management and Franchising, EAME Management and Franchising, and Apple Leisure Group segments. The company manages, franchises, licenses, owns, and leases portfolio of properties, consisting of full-service hotels and resorts, select service hotels, and other properties, including timeshare, fractional, residential, vacation, and condominium units.

• Previous close price: $159.84
• Market capitalization: $14,531,569,664
• 1 year performance: 22.35%
• P/E ratio: 11.3853

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4. Wyndham Hotels-and-Resorts (WH)

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. operates as a hotel franchisor in the United States and internationally. It operates through Hotel Franchising and Hotel Management segments.

• Previous close price: $100.29
• Market capitalization: $7,657,578,496
• 1 year performance: 28.78%
• P/E ratio: 31.1519

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5. MGM Resorts International (MGM)

MGM Resorts International, through its subsidiaries, owns and operates casino, hotel, and entertainment resorts in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: Las Vegas Strip Resorts, Regional Operations, and MGM China. Its casino resorts offer gaming, hotel, convention, dining, entertainment, retail, and other resort amenities.

• Previous close price: $34.16
• Market capitalization: $10,063,611,904
• 1 year performance: -20.74%
• P/E ratio: 12.1147

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Bottom line

While it's possible to turn a profit investing in resort stocks, keep in mind that—like any investment—resort stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions both in the market and in the vacation industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest. If you're new to investing or if it's been a while since you've taken a critical look at your investment accounts, compare brokers to make sure you're getting the best trading features for your needs.

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