Leisure Stocks on the Rise: McDonald's, Booking, Starbucks Lead

The leisure sector is gaining attention as consumers regain disposable income and the economy recovers from recession. According to MarketBeat's stock screener tool, five leisure stocks stand out for their high trading volume: McDonald's (MCD), Booking (BKNG), Starbucks (SBUX), Hilton Worldwide (HLT), and Airbnb (ABNB). These companies are part of the consumer discretionary sector, which can be vulnerable during economic downturns but often performs well when consumers have disposable income.

McDonald's operates over 38,000 restaurants worldwide through a franchise model. Booking Holdings Inc provides online travel reservation services through its brands including Booking.com, priceline.com, and agoda.com. Starbucks is one of the world's largest coffee chains with over 30,000 stores across more than 75 countries.

Hilton Worldwide manages, franchises, owns, and leases hotels and resorts under various brands, including Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts and Hampton by Hilton. Airbnb operates a platform that enables hosts to offer stays and experiences to guests worldwide.