When Love Drives Spending: 5 Stock Picks for Valentine's Day

Key Takeaways U.S. Valentine's Day spending is seen at a record $29.1B, averaging $199.78 per shopper.HSY, EAT and MOV aim to gain from chocolates, dining traffic and premium gifting demand, respectively.IPAR and ABNB target fragrance sales and romantic travel, respectively, as experiences fuel spending.Valentine’s Day may be about romance, but it’s also a major moment for consumer spending. According to a survey by the National Retail Federation, U.S. consumer spending is expected to hit a record $29.1 bil ...