Leslie's: Valuation Unlikely To See Upside As Demand Environment Remains Poor

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that Leslie's (NASDAQ: LESL) is recommended to hold due to uncertainty about demand outlook and potential to miss FY24 guidance if macro conditions do not improve [1] - The ideal investment is characterized by performing core business in a sector expected to grow structurally above GDP growth over the next 5-10 years, possessing sustainable competitive advantages, and being managed by ethical long-term thinkers [1] - The company should also be valued fairly to be considered an attractive investment opportunity [1]