Lowest-Rated StocksLowest-RatedNASDAQ:LESL Leslie's (LESL) Stock Price, News & Analysis → Trump’s “Tax Free” Retirement Strategy (From Gold Safe Exchange) (Ad) Free LESL Stock Alerts $6.50 -0.36 (-5.25%) (As of 04:00 PM ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$6.44▼$6.9050-Day Range$6.45▼$8.1852-Week Range$4.39▼$11.68Volume3.05 million shsAverage Volume2.74 million shsMarket Capitalization$1.20 billionP/E Ratio65.01Dividend YieldN/APrice Target$6.37 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaSustainabilityStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaSustainability Get Leslie's alerts: Email Address Leslie's MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingHold2.00 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside2.1% Downside$6.37 Price TargetShort InterestBearish11.41% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthN/ASustainability-1.30Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.10Based on 24 Articles This WeekInsider TradingN/AProj. Earnings Growth56.52%From $0.23 to $0.36 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.3.71 out of 5 starsConsumer Staples Sector55th out of 131 stocksRetail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified Industry5th out of 12 stocks 2.0 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingLeslie's has received a consensus rating of Hold. The company's average rating score is 2.00, and is based on no buy ratings, 10 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.Price Target Upside/DownsideAccording to analysts' consensus price target of $6.37, Leslie's has a forecasted downside of 2.1% from its current price of $6.50.Amount of Analyst CoverageLeslie's has been the subject of 5 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock. Previous Next 1.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted11.41% of the float of Leslie's has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverLeslie's has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 7.4.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Leslie's has recently increased by 3.08%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing. Previous Next 0.0 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldLeslie's does not currently pay a dividend.Dividend GrowthLeslie's does not have a long track record of dividend growth. Previous Next 4.3 Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreLeslie's has received a 65.04% net impact score from Upright. The largest positive contribution comes from its "Physical diseases" impact, which is mostly driven by its "Above ground pools", "Swimming pool sanitization equipment ", "Inflatable hot tubs", "Swimming pool ladders", and "Swimming pool heaters" products. See details.Environmental SustainabilityThe Environmental Impact score for Leslie's is -1.30. Previous Next 2.8 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentLeslie's has a news sentiment score of 0.10. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.59 average news sentiment score of Consumer Staples companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 24 news articles for Leslie's this week, compared to 21 articles on an average week.Search Interest2 people have searched for LESL on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 100% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat Follows4 people have added Leslie's to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 300% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 0.0 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Leslie's insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 3.50% of the stock of Leslie's is held by insiders. Previous Next 3.1 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Leslie's are expected to grow by 56.52% in the coming year, from $0.23 to $0.36 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Leslie's is 65.01, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 141.11.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Leslie's is 65.01, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Staples sector average P/E ratio of about 20.67.Price to Earnings Growth RatioLeslie's has a PEG Ratio of 0.96. PEG Ratios around 1 indicate that a company is correctly valued. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Gold Safe ExchangeTrump’s “Tax Free” Retirement Strategy Since 1924 — over one hundred years — the US dollar has lost nearly 18x its value. In other words, a dollar back then would buy $17.82 worth of goods in today's money. If you're planning on retiring any time soon…This poses a real problem.Protect your retirement savings from the inevitable devaluation of the dollar… About Leslie's Stock (NASDAQ:LESL)Leslie's, Inc. operates as a direct-to-consumer pool and spa care brand in the United States. The company markets and sells pool and spa supplies and related products and services. It also offers various pool and spa maintenance items, such as chemicals, equipment and parts, cleaning and maintenance equipment, safety, recreational, and fitness related products. In addition, the company provides installation and repair services for pool and spa equipment. It also sells its products through e-commerce websites and third-party marketplaces. The company offers complimentary, commercial-grade in-store, water testing, and analysis services. It serves the residential, professional, and commercial consumers. Leslie's, Inc. was founded in 1963 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona.Read More LESL Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart LESL Stock News HeadlinesMarch 28, 2024 | msn.comEd Leslie Reflects on His Transition to the Iconic ‘The Barber’ CharacterMarch 28, 2024 | msn.comMeet Hubert Davis’ Wife Leslie and Their 3 Kids: Everything You Need to Know About North Carolina Coach’s Family LifeMarch 28, 2024 | Gold Safe Exchange (Ad)Trump’s “Tax Free” Retirement Strategy Since 1924 — over one hundred years — the US dollar has lost nearly 18x its value. In other words, a dollar back then would buy $17.82 worth of goods in today's money. If you're planning on retiring any time soon…This poses a real problem.March 28, 2024 | msn.comNeil Leslie: Irish Conservatism prepared to die on familiar hill - battling the demon drinkMarch 28, 2024 | msn.com‘Garden Wonderland’: Leslie Bennett’s New Book Shares the Secrets to Designing a Magical GardenMarch 28, 2024 | msn.comWho Is Hubert Davis’ Wife? All About Leslie DavisMarch 27, 2024 | msn.comAustin City Council members react to T.C. Broadnax recommendation for city manager roleMarch 27, 2024 | msn.comAbbott Elementary's Stellar 3rd Season May Have Solved the Show's 'Leslie Knope Problem'March 28, 2024 | Gold Safe Exchange (Ad)Trump’s “Tax Free” Retirement Strategy Since 1924 — over one hundred years — the US dollar has lost nearly 18x its value. In other words, a dollar back then would buy $17.82 worth of goods in today's money. If you're planning on retiring any time soon…This poses a real problem.March 27, 2024 | msn.comLeslie Co. woman pleads guilty to murderMarch 27, 2024 | msn.comMeet Leslie Mann's Husband Judd ApatowMarch 26, 2024 | msn.comJim Jordan Stunned by '60 Minutes' Question From Lesley StahlMarch 25, 2024 | msn.comJim Jordan Stunned by '60 Minutes' Question From Leslie StahlMarch 25, 2024 | msn.comLeslie Stahl hailed for calling out Jim Jordan’s ‘lies’ about 2020 election: ‘Liars don't want their lies removed’March 24, 2024 | yahoo.comGolden Bachelor’s Leslie Fhima Reacts to Speculation She’s Dating Her Pickleball CoachMarch 23, 2024 | msn.comGolden Bachelor's Leslie makes tear-jerking dating confession and addresses rumorsMarch 22, 2024 | yahoo.comLeslie Bibb is already Palm Royale's MVPMarch 22, 2024 | msn.comLeslie Bibb wore four new looks promoting 'Palm Royale'March 22, 2024 | msn.comLeslie Jones Makes Good Burger 2 Costars Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell Crack Up in Blooper Video (Exclusive)March 21, 2024 | msn.comCaitlin Clark State Farm commercial: Inside the March Madness ad featuring Lisa LeslieMarch 21, 2024 | msn.comPalm Royale's Allison Janney and Leslie Bibb on Entering Palm Beach High SocietyMarch 21, 2024 | msn.com‘Rock the Block’ Controversy: HGTV’s Leslie Davis Issues Lengthy Apology to CastmateMarch 20, 2024 | theguardian.comLeslie Liao review – heard the one about the Netflix staffer turned standup?March 20, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comLeslie's (NASDAQ:LESL) Now Covered by MizuhoMarch 20, 2024 | yahoo.comLeslie Bibb on White Lotus Season 3, Sam Rockwell's Rizz and Filming Palm Royale with Kristen WiigMarch 19, 2024 | msn.comWho is Leslie Bibb? Partner, movies, TV shows and awardsMarch 18, 2024 | msn.comHistoric Appointment: Leslie Livesay Becomes JPL’s First Female Deputy DirectorSee More Headlines Receive LESL Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Leslie's and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings2/01/2024Today3/28/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)5/01/2024Fiscal Year End9/30/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNASDAQ SectorConsumer Staples Industry Retail stores, not elsewhere classified Sub-IndustryN/A Current SymbolNASDAQ:LESL CUSIPN/A CIK1821806 Weblesliespool.com Phone602-366-3999FaxN/AEmployees4,100Year FoundedN/APrice Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$6.37 High Stock Price Target$8.00 Low Stock Price Target$5.00 Potential Upside/Downside-4.0%Consensus RatingHold Rating Score (0-4)2.00 Research Coverage10 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$0.10 Trailing P/E Ratio66.31 Forward P/E Ratio28.83 P/E Growth0.96Net Income$27.24 million Net Margins1.25% Pretax Margin1.65% Return on Equity-15.00% Return on Assets2.75% Debt Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A Current Ratio1.92 Quick Ratio0.28 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$1.43 billion Price / Sales0.86 Cash Flow$0.44 per share Price / Cash Flow15.16 Book Value($0.88) per share Price / Book-7.53Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares184,513,000Free Float178,055,000Market Cap$1.22 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.93 Beginner's Guide to Pot Stock InvestingClick the link below and we'll send you MarketBeat's guide to pot stock investing and which pot companies show the most promise. Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Michael R. Egeck (Age 65)CEO & Director Comp: $1.04MMr. Scott Justin Bowman (Age 57)CFO & Treasurer Comp: $536.85kMr. Brad A. Gazaway (Age 54)Chief Legal, Real Estate & Sustainability Officer and Corporate Secretary Comp: $432.75kMr. Steven M. Weddell (Age 50)Special Advisor to the CEO Comp: $690.88kMr. Moyo LaBode (Age 53)Chief Merchandising & Supply Chain Officer Comp: $441.5kMr. Mike Africa (Age 50)Chief Digital & Technology Officer Ms. Naomi Cramer (Age 58)Chief People Officer Mr. Dave Caspers (Age 53)Chief Stores Officer More ExecutivesKey CompetitorsJohn B. 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A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in LESL, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares. View LESL analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks. What is Leslie's' stock price target for 2024? 10 analysts have issued twelve-month price targets for Leslie's' shares. Their LESL share price targets range from $5.00 to $8.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach $6.37 in the next year. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 2.1%. View analysts price targets for LESL or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts. How have LESL shares performed in 2024? Leslie's' stock was trading at $6.91 at the start of the year. Since then, LESL shares have decreased by 5.9% and is now trading at $6.50. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. When is Leslie's' next earnings date? The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, May 1st 2024. View our LESL earnings forecast. How were Leslie's' earnings last quarter? Leslie's, Inc. (NASDAQ:LESL) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, February, 1st. The company reported ($0.21) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of ($0.22) by $0.01. The firm had revenue of $173.96 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $169.17 million. Leslie's had a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 15.00% and a net margin of 1.25%. What ETF holds Leslie's' stock? Schwab Ariel ESG ETF holds 17,727 shares of LESL stock, representing 1.38% of its portfolio. What guidance has Leslie's issued on next quarter's earnings? Leslie's updated its FY 2024 earnings guidance on Thursday, February, 1st. The company provided EPS guidance of 0.250-0.330 for the period, compared to the consensus earnings per share estimate of 0.410. The company issued revenue guidance of $1.4 billion-$1.5 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $1.5 billion. When did Leslie's IPO? Leslie's (LESL) raised $600 million in an initial public offering on Thursday, October 29th 2020. The company issued 40,000,000 shares at $14.00-$16.00 per share. Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and BofA Securities acted as the underwriters for the IPO. Who are Leslie's' major shareholders? Leslie's' stock is owned by a variety of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Vanguard Group Inc. (10.36%), Vanguard Group Inc. (10.36%), DAVENPORT & Co LLC (2.18%), Northern Trust Corp (1.53%), Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC (1.43%) and Natixis Advisors L.P. (1.21%). Insiders that own company stock include Brad Gazaway, Investor Aggregator L Bubbles, John Strain, Michael R Egeck, Moyo Labode, Paula Baker, Steven L Ortega, Steven M Weddell and Steven M Weddell. View institutional ownership trends. 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