PowerShares DWA Momentum ETF

In 1Q16, Texas Roadhouse posted EPS of $0.5. This was lower than analysts’ estimate of $0.54. The adjusted EPS was above analysts’ estimate at $0.55.

Since 2010, Wyndham’s stock has outperformed all its peers, growing by over 270%. In that time, Marriot grew by ~176%, Starwood by 102%, and Hyatt by 67%.

Productivity enhancements resulted in improved profitability margins for the world’s number one retailer.

Nike’s (NKE) DTC (direct-to-consumer) (XLY) (FXD) channel includes sales made online on Nike.com and through its own retail stores.

Chemours stock fell 1.9% for the week and closed at $36.0. CC stock has been in a downward trend since May.

During its fiscal 4Q16 earnings release and in its investor presentation last week, the J.M. Smucker Company (SJM) discussed its outlook for fiscal 2017.

Marriott has been able to expand its international business by both acquiring and creating brands that enable it to enter new markets and market segments.

At the end of 2014, Marriott had around 2,882 franchised hotel properties, with 388,670 rooms under the franchise model.

Hyatt (H) operates its hotels and other business segments under three models: franchise, management, and ownership models.

Wyndham Hotel Group provides services under a franchise model but also offers professional oversight and operations support under a management model.