Consumer Staples: Investment Outlook & Factor Analysis
Data-driven analysis of 106 stocks · Updated automatically from our 6-factor model
Sector Overview
The Consumer Staples sector encompasses 106 stocks in our coverage universe, with an average composite score of 48.8 out of 100. Of these, 7 stocks (7%) carry Buy or Strong Buy ratings, while 52 stocks (49%) are rated Reduce or Avoid. Our model flags caution for this sector overall — most stocks receive Hold or lower ratings. Selectivity is critical.
Factor Scores: Consumer Staples vs. Market Average
Market Concentration
The top 5 stocks in the Consumer Staples sector represent 11.5% of the total sector market capitalization. This sector is relatively fragmented, with performance distributed across a wider range of mid and large-cap participants.
Factor Leaders
Valuation SnapshotAttractive
Valuations appear reasonable relative to historical norms, suggesting potential upside for value-oriented investors. The sector trades at a median P/E of 18.2x and EV/EBITDA of 8.1x.
Quality & ProfitabilityWeak
Profitability is below average for the broader market. Investors should prioritize companies with improving margins.
Sector Risk Profile
The Consumer Staples sector exhibits a median beta of 0.8, indicating lower volatility and more defensive characteristics than the broader market.
