Theme park stocks

The best theme park stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals — while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look to stocks with steadier gains over time.

Our picks for the best theme park stocks

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the amusement park industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap US stocks.

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1. Walt Disney Company (DIS)

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an entertainment company worldwide. It operates through two segments, Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution; and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. The company engages in the film and episodic television content production and distribution activities, as well as operates television networks under the ABC, Disney, ESPN, Freeform, FX, Fox, National Geographic, and Star brands; and studios that produces films under the Walt Disney Pictures, Twentieth Century Studios, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, and Searchlight Pictures banners.

• Previous close price: $88.59
• Market capitalization: $160,729,300,992
• 1 year performance: N/A
• P/E ratio: 39.2679

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2. SeaWorld Entertainment (SEAS)

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. , together with its subsidiaries, operates as a theme park and entertainment company in the United States. It operates SeaWorld theme parks in Orlando, Florida; San Antonio, Texas; and San Diego, California, as well as Busch Gardens theme parks in Tampa, Florida, and Williamsburg, Virginia.

• Previous close price: $65.72
• Market capitalization: $3,538,695,424
• 1 year performance: N/A
• P/E ratio: 13.8475

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3. Cedar Fair (FUN)

Cedar Fair, L. P. owns and operates amusement and water parks, and complementary resort facilities in the United States and Canada.

• Previous close price: $44.50
• Market capitalization: $2,299,224,320
• 1 year performance: 2.85%
• P/E ratio: 10.1576

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4. Comcast (CMCSA)

Comcast Corporation operates as a media and technology company worldwide. It operates through Residential Connectivity & Platforms, Business Services Connectivity, Media, Studios, and Theme Parks segments. The Residential Connectivity & Platforms segment provides residential broadband and wireless connectivity services, residential and business video services, advertising sales, and Sky channels.

• Previous close price: $39.04
• Market capitalization: $164,001,579,008
• 1 year performance: N/A
• P/E ratio: 29.3534

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5. Six Flags Entertainment New (SIX)

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation owns and operates regional theme and waterparks under the Six Flags name. Its parks offer various thrill rides, water attractions, themed areas, concerts and shows, restaurants, game venues, and retail outlets. The company also sells food, beverages, merchandise, and other products and services within its parks.

• Previous close price: $25.26
• Market capitalization: $2,122,083,968
• 1 year performance: -6.76%
• P/E ratio: 20.7154

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Bottom line

While it's possible to turn a profit investing in theme park stocks, keep in mind that — like any investment — theme park stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions — both in the market and in the amusement park industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest. And if you're new to investing, or if it's been awhile since you've taken a critical look at your investing accounts, compare brokers to make sure you're getting the best features in your trading account.