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For more than 30 years, Cabling Installation & Maintenance has provided useful, practical information to professionals responsible for the specification, design, installation and management of structured cabling systems serving enterprise, data center and other environments. These professionals are challenged to stay informed of constantly evolving standards, system-design and installation approaches, product and system capabilities, technologies, as well as applications that rely on high-performance structured cabling systems. Our editors synthesize these complex issues into multiple information products. This portfolio of information products provides concrete detail that improves the efficiency of day-to-day operations, and equips cabling professionals with the perspective that enables strategic planning for networks’ optimum long-term performance.

Throughout our annual magazine, weekly email newsletters and 24/7/365 website, Cabling Installation & Maintenance digs into the essential topics our audience focuses on.

  • Design, Installation and Testing: We explain the bottom-up design of cabling systems, from case histories of actual projects to solutions for specific problems or aspects of the design process. We also look at specific installations using a case-history approach to highlight challenging problems, solutions and unique features. Additionally, we examine evolving test-and-measurement technologies and techniques designed to address the standards-governed and practical-use performance requirements of cabling systems.
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3 Consumer Stocks We Approach with Caution

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The performance of consumer discretionary businesses is closely linked to economic cycles. Unfortunately, the industry’s recent performance suggests demand may be fading as discretionary stocks have pulled back by 3.3% over the past six months. This drawdown was disheartening since the S&P 500 gained 5.5%.

A cautious approach is imperative when dabbling in these companies as many also lack recurring revenue characteristics and ride short-term fads. Taking that into account, here are three consumer stocks we’re steering clear of.

TEGNA (TGNA)

Market Cap: $3.38 billion

Spun out of Gannett in 2015, TEGNA (NYSE: TGNA) is a media company operating a network of television stations and digital platforms, focusing on local news and community content.

Why Is TGNA Risky?

  1. Sales tumbled by 2.5% annually over the last two years, showing consumer trends are working against its favor
  2. Sales are projected to tank by 8.5% over the next 12 months as its demand continues evaporating
  3. Capital intensity will likely increase as its free cash flow margin is anticipated to drop by 4.5 percentage points over the next year

At $21 per share, TEGNA trades at 11.3x forward P/E. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than TGNA.

Marriott (MAR)

Market Cap: $72.36 billion

Founded by J. Willard Marriott in 1927, Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global hospitality company with a portfolio of over 7,000 properties and 30 brands, spanning 130+ countries and territories.

Why Does MAR Fall Short?

  1. Softer revenue per room over the past two years suggests it might have to invest in new amenities such as restaurants and bars to attract customers
  2. Anticipated sales growth of 4.6% for the next year implies demand will be shaky
  3. Ability to fund investments or reward shareholders with increased buybacks or dividends is restricted by its weak free cash flow margin of 8.7% for the last two years

Marriott’s stock price of $273 implies a valuation ratio of 25.2x forward P/E. If you’re considering MAR for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.

Lucky Strike (LUCK)

Market Cap: $1.38 billion

Born from the transformation of traditional bowling alleys into modern entertainment destinations, Lucky Strike (NYSE: LUCK) operates bowling alleys and other entertainment venues with upscale amenities, arcade games, and food and beverage services across North America.

Why Should You Dump LUCK?

  1. Disappointing same-store sales over the past two years show customers aren’t responding well to its product selection and in-store experience
  2. Eroding returns on capital suggest its historical profit centers are aging
  3. Depletion of cash reserves could lead to a fundraising event that triggers shareholder dilution

Lucky Strike is trading at $9.87 per share, or 32.9x forward P/E. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why LUCK doesn’t pass our bar.

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