Top Restaurant Stocks To Follow Today - March 18th

As of March 18th, several restaurant stocks are catching the eye of investors. According to analysis from a stock screener tool, the top five restaurant stocks to watch today include Alibaba Group, Berkshire Hathaway, Uber Technologies, Booking, and Coca-Cola. These stocks represent shares of companies operating within the restaurant industry, ranging from fast-food chains to fine dining establishments.

Investing in restaurant stocks allows individuals to gain ownership in these businesses, and the share values are influenced by various factors such as consumer trends, economic conditions, and industry-specific challenges. Notably, these companies indicated the highest dollar trading volume among restaurant stocks in recent days.

Alibaba Group (BABA)

Alibaba Group Holding Limited operates through its various subsidiaries, providing technology solutions and marketing capabilities to assist merchants and brands in engaging with customers both in China and around the globe. The company is segmented into diverse areas including China Commerce, International Commerce, Local Consumer Services, Cainiao, Cloud Computing, Digital Media and Entertainment, and Innovation.

On Tuesday, shares of Alibaba were traded down by $3.63, reaching $143.94, with a volume of over 15 million shares exchanged. The stock has notable statistics including a market capitalization of $342 billion and a P/E ratio of 20.80.

Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. is a multinational conglomerate holding company involved in a variety of sectors including insurance, freight rail transportation, and utilities. The company offers a broad array of insurance services and manages railroad operations across North America.

On Tuesday, BRK.B shares dipped by $0.46 to $522.55, witnessing a trading volume of approximately 2.6 million shares. The company's market cap stands at $1.13 trillion, with a P/E ratio of 10.57.

Uber Technologies (UBER)

Uber Technologies Inc. develops and hosts technology applications providing services in mobility, delivery, and freight across many regions excluding parts of Asia. The company connects consumers with transportation options through ridesharing, rentals, and various other modalities.

During midday trading on Tuesday, Uber's shares fell by $1.03 to $71.70, across a volume of around 9.9 million shares traded. This puts the company's market capitalization at around $149.79 billion and a P/E ratio of 15.74.

Booking Holdings (BKNG)

Formerly known as The Priceline Group Inc., Booking Holdings Inc. provides various online reservation services for travel and restaurants through platforms like Booking.com and priceline.com. The company connects consumers with a broad spectrum of accommodation options, encompassing hotels and vacation rentals.

On Tuesday, shares of Booking traded down by $89.11, settling at $4,474.28 with a trading volume of 110,610 shares. Booking holds a market cap of approximately $146.82 billion and a P/E ratio of 25.93.

Coca-Cola (KO)

The Coca-Cola Company is recognized worldwide for its broad range of beverages, including sparkling soft drinks and various nonalcoholic drinks. The company also produces syrups and concentrates for distribution to retailers and restaurants.

On Tuesday, Coca-Cola shares decreased by $0.49, reaching $69.63, with 6.6 million shares traded. The company's market cap is reported at $299.49 billion, with a P/E ratio of 28.22.

Overall, these restaurant stocks represent various opportunities for investors seeking to engage in the food and beverage sector of the stock market.

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