Marriott International (MAR)
Consumer Discretionary5 articles
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Why is MAR moving today?
+0.6%MAR is +0.6% today, inside the ordinary range for a session (under 3%). No stories about it reached the feed in the last 24 hours.
What this does not prove. A story on the same day is evidence of timing, not of cause: it explains a move only if it accounts for the size and the direction, and most single-stock moves carry a sector or index component too. Nothing here is a forecast.
Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
Marriott International (MAR) overview
Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company by rooms, franchising brands including Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, and Sheraton.
MAR is a member of the S&P 500. It sits in the Consumer Discretionary sector. That sector covers retailers, automakers and leisure companies whose sales rise and fall with consumer confidence.
Marriott International trades on the NasdaqGS under the ticker symbol MAR. The most recent market data puts the share price at about $388.05. That is up 0.61% on the session. At that price the company is worth roughly $101.19B.
Over the past 52 weeks, MAR has traded between $256.76 and $410.98. Shares change hands at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 40.2. The P/E ratio sets the share price against a year of earnings. A higher number means the market is paying more for each dollar the company earns. MAR also pays a dividend. It yields around 0.75% at the current price.
Key statistics
Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
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Why investors watch MAR
MAR is one of the larger names in the Consumer Discretionary sector, so investors follow it closely. It tends to move with the rest of the sector. This page sums up each MAR story as it breaks, and tags it bullish, bearish or neutral.
Size matters here as well. The S&P 500 is weighted by market value. MAR is large enough that its own share price nudges the whole index. So it is worth watching even for investors who only hold index funds.
What moves MAR
- Earnings. MAR reports results four times a year. A surprise against the estimate tends to move the stock that day.
- Analyst calls. Upgrades, downgrades and new price targets change what the market expects from MAR.
- Sector news. Consumer Discretionary stocks often move together, so a rival's news can move MAR too.
- Index weight. MAR is big enough to move the S&P 500 on its own.
Market Mood
Latest MAR news
Marzetti Co Advisor Sells $100,512 in Stock Transaction
A strategic advisor for Marzetti Co has sold $100,512 worth of common stock. This transaction could indicate insider activity that may impact investor perceptions. Selling stock can sometimes raise concerns about a company's prospects or signal a lack of confidence in continued performance. Investors should monitor such insider trades as they can influence stock price movements.
Read More: Marzetti Co Advisor Sells $100,512 in Stock Transaction
Marriott (MAR) Stock Target Raised to $365 Amid Fee Growth
Stifel has increased its price target for Marriott International (MAR) to $365. This adjustment reflects anticipated growth in fees associated with the company’s services. The change is significant as it suggests a positive outlook for Marriott's revenue generation strategies moving forward. Investors may find this adjustment noteworthy as it could influence trading decisions and sentiment toward Marriott's stock.
Read More: Marriott (MAR) Stock Target Raised to $365 Amid Fee Growth
Marriott International Inc (MAR) Files Form 144 on June 13
Marriott International Inc (MAR) submitted Form 144 on June 13. This document typically indicates the intention of shareholders to sell restricted securities. The filing is part of standard regulatory compliance procedures and does not necessarily reflect any immediate market movement or financial performance changes. Investors may analyze this filing for insights into insider selling activity and potential liquidity impacts for MAR.
Read More: Marriott International Inc (MAR) Files Form 144 on June 13
Marriott (MAR) President Sells $1.67M of Stock in Greater China
Mao Yibing, the president of Marriott International's (MAR) Greater China region, sold $1.67 million worth of stock. This transaction may signify insider movement and could be scrutinized by investors for potential implications regarding executive sentiment. Such sales can affect shareholder confidence, especially in the context of performance in the Greater China market. Tracking executive sales can provide insights into future company prospects.
Read More: Marriott (MAR) President Sells $1.67M of Stock in Greater China
Baird Reports Softer April Sales for Marine Retailers
Baird's channel checks indicate that marine retailers experienced a decline in sales during April. Economic uncertainty has been highlighted as a contributing factor to the softer sales figures. This trend may impact the performance of companies in the marine retail sector, potentially leading to adjustments in earnings forecasts. The overall market sentiment may be cautious as investors assess the implications of this reported decline in sales.
Read More: Baird Reports Softer April Sales for Marine RetailersMore Consumer Discretionary stocks
Frequently asked questions
Is Marriott International in the S&P 500?
Yes. Marriott International trades as MAR and is a member of the S&P 500. The index lists it in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
What sector is MAR in?
MAR sits in the Consumer Discretionary sector of the S&P 500.
Where can I find the latest MAR news?
Right here. This page collects recent MAR news and market analysis. Every story gets an AI summary and a bullish, bearish or neutral tag.
What is Marriott International's stock price?
MAR last traded at about $388.05. Prices move all through the session, so this is the latest quote rather than a live one.
What is Marriott International's market cap?
MAR is worth roughly $101.19B. Market cap is the share price times the number of shares outstanding.
What is MAR's P/E ratio?
MAR trades at a trailing P/E ratio of about 40.2. The ratio compares the share price with earnings per share over the past year.