This report provides a performance comparison of franchise brands across major sectors to the S&P 500.  The S&P 500 grew by 10.78% in Q1, while only 1 franchise stock outperformed the index. Out of the 6 stocks we tracked, only 3 had a positive share price gain in Q1 while 3 had share price losses.

S&P 500 Index

January 2, 2024 4,742.83 March 28, 2024 5,254.35 Change +10.78%

Growth of 10.78% in Q1

The franchise stocks and sectors we are tracking include food service, fitness, real estate, home services, hospitality, and manufacturing. By tracking these brands against the S&P 500 index, we can better see how they are performing compared to the broader macro-business economy.

Additionally, analyzing the franchise group’s shares provides insights into stock price targets, earnings data, and dividend yield, offering a comprehensive view of the company’s stock performance.

Foodservice – McDonald’s (MCD) Franchise Group’s Earnings

January 2, 2024 – $297.04

March 28, 2024 – $281.95

Change: -5.08%

January 2, 2024 $297.04 March 28, 2024 $281.95 Change -5.08%

Q1 Share Price Change of -5.08%

We will provide more insights into 2024 Q1 results when the financial report is available from McDonald’s.

Fitness – Planet Fitness (PLNT) Specialty Retailer

January 2, 2024 – $72.96

March 28, 2024 – $62.63

Change: -14.15%

January 2, 2024 $72.96 March 28, 2024 $62.63 Change -14.15%

Q1 Share Price Change of -14.15%

We will provide more insights into 2024 Q1 results when the financial report is available from Planet Fitness.

Real Estate – RE/MAX (RMAX) Residential Furniture

January 2, 2024 – $12.64

March 28, 2024 – $8.77

Change: -30.61%

January 2, 2024 $12.64 March 28, 2024 $8.77 Change -30.61%

Q1 Share Price Change of -30.61%

We will provide more insights into 2024 Q1 results when the financial report is available from RE/MAX.

Home Services – FirstService Brands (FSV) Home Office Equipment

January 2, 2024 – $158.26

March 28, 2024 – $165.80

Change: 4.76%

January 2, 2024 $158.26 March 28, 2024 $165.80 Change +4.76%

Q1 Share Price Change of +4.76%

We will provide more insights into 2024 Q1 results when the financial report is available from FirstService Brands.

Hospitality – Hilton (HLT)

January 2, 2024 – $180.07

March 28, 2024 – $213.31

Change: 18.45%

January 2, 2024 $180.07 March 28, 2024 $213.31 Change +18.45%

Q1 Share Price Change of +18.45%

We will provide more insights into 2024 Q1 results when the financial report is available from Hilton Hospitality Group.

Manufacturing – Snap-on (SNA)

January 2, 2024 – $288.74

March 28, 2024 – $296.22

Change: 2.59%

January 2, 2024 $288.74 March 28, 2024 $296.22 Change +2.59%

Q1 Share Price Change of +2.59%

We will provide more insights into 2024 Q1 results when the financial report is available from Snap-on.

This report is not intended to provide financial advice on how to invest your hard-earned dollars. Please seek professional advice when investing.