Why do some stocks perform better in the summer?

Some companies are seasonal businesses that have their peak earnings in the summer, so their stocks generally perform best during the summer months as well.

Are summer stocks good for long-term investing?

Summer stocks can be good long-term investments if you choose fundamentally sound businesses and plan to hold them for several years. Some of these stocks may be prone to dips during their off-seasons, but outperformance in the summer can offset them.

Which sectors typically see growth in summer?

The consumer discretionary and real estate sectors both tend to grow in the summer. That said, you can find summer stocks in other sectors, too.

What risks are associated with investing in summer stocks?

Summer stocks can be volatile because their earnings tend to fluctuate more dramatically than those of other companies. They can also face financial difficulties if management doesn't adequately prepare for down periods.

How do economic conditions impact summer stocks?

Economic conditions can affect summer stock prices because these companies rely on summer earnings. If the economy isn't doing well and consumers are reluctant to spend, summer stocks could miss their peak earnings period, resulting in lower earnings for the entire year.

Do summer stocks pay dividends?

Yes, many summer stocks pay dividends. You can get information about a company's dividend on its investor relations site.

Are there ETFs for seasonal or summer-focused stocks?

Some ETFs rotate their holdings seasonally. One example is the Pacer CFRA-Stovall Equal Weight Seasonal Rotation Index ETF (NYSEMKT:SZNE), which rotates between sectors in the spring and fall based on seasonal sector strength. Although there aren't any official summer stock ETFs, there are many ETFs focusing on sectors that tend to perform well in the summer, including travel and hospitality.

Are summer stocks a safe short-term investment?

Although the businesses behind summer stocks tend to perform best during the summer months, it's better to buy them as long-term investments. There's no guarantee of positive performance or safety during a specific time period, especially if a bear market occurs during the summer. You're more likely to succeed if you plan to hold stocks, including summer stocks, for at least five years.

What stocks do well in the summer?

Comfort Systems USA, Hilton Worldwide, Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR), and Booking Holdings (NASDAQ:BKNG) are four of the stocks that perform best in the summer. All four saw summer revenue growth in at least seven out of 10 years from 2015 to 2025.

7 Best Summer Stocks for 2026 and How to Invest

By Lyle Daly – Updated Aug 13, 2026 at 12:38 PM EST | Fact-checked by Margo Winton Parodi

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Comfort Systems USA provides essential services, boosting summer revenue consistently.
Pool Corp. maintains solid dividends and share buybacks despite sales fluctuations.
Brookfield Renewable benefits from long-term contracts and a focus on clean energy growth.

Summer stocks are companies that thrive in the summertime. A theme park company is a good example of a summer stock because amusement parks are generally packed with crowds from Memorial Day until Labor Day.

Even though these companies may seem like seasonal stock picks, they can still generate long-term returns. Here are some of the best options across multiple industries.

7 top summer stocks for 2026

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Ticker Information Table
Name and ticker	Market capMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.	Dividend yield	Industry
Comfort Systems USA (NYSE:FIX)	$60.4 billion	0.17%	Construction and Engineering
Pool (NASDAQ:POOL)	$5.8 billion	3.20%	Distributors
Brookfield Renewable (NYSE:BEPC)	$5.5 billion	5.23%	Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers
Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT)	$73.5 billion	0.18%	Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure
Home Depot (NYSE:HD)	$290.1 billion	3.20%	Specialty Retail
Royal Caribbean Cruises (NYSE:RCL)	$75.5 billion	1.95%	Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure
Monster Beverage (NASDAQ:MNST)	$85.5 billion	0.00%	Beverages

Data as of Oct 12, 2026. Showing 7 of 7 total entries.

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1. Comfort Systems USA

NYSE: FIX

Comfort Systems USA

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$60B

Day's Range

$1691.08 - $1737.00

52wk Range

$770.47 - $2073.99

Volume

150.1

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399.7K

Gross Margin

25.08%

Dividend Yield

0.17%

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NASDAQ: POOL

Pool

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$5.8B

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$156.59 - $159.82

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$152.70 - $305.63

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785.5K

Gross Margin

29.58%

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3.20%

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There's no more fitting summertime stock than Pool Corp. (POOL +0.89%), also known as POOLCORP. True to its name, Pool Corp. is a leading wholesale distributor of swimming pool equipment, parts, supplies, and related outdoor living products.

Pool Corp.'s revenue and net income were flat in 2025 at $5.3 billion and $406.4 million, respectively. That stability is more impressive than it initially appears, considering just under 60,000 new pools were constructed that year, a 40% decrease from 2022. But pool installations tend to lead to long-term business, and maintenance has picked up the slack for Pool Corp. It reports that about 60% of consumer spending in the pool industry is for maintenance and repairs.

This company manages its money well and returns cash to shareholders. It pays a solid dividend that has consistently increased year after year and repurchased $341 million in shares in 2025.

3. Brookfield Renewable

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NYSE: BEPC

Brookfield Renewable

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$5.5B

Day's Range

$29.32 - $29.95

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$27.57 - $45.18

Volume

32.2

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1.8M

Gross Margin

25.53%

Dividend Yield

5.23%

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Solar energy stocks often receive a boost as the weather warms up. Brookfield Renewable (BEPC +0.85%) operates a diverse portfolio of renewable energy facilities, with more than 6,600 power-generating facilities across 25 countries. These include solar, wind, and hydropower facilities.

Brookfield sells most of its renewable energy through long-term contracts with corporations and utility companies. This provides a stable source of income, and Brookfield rewards shareholders with a hefty dividend. Brookfield has also benefited from the power demands of AI data centers, which helped drive record funds from operations (FFO) of $421 million in Q2 2026.

There's considerable demand for renewable energy, and it is expected to continue growing. Many states have set clean energy targets for the coming years. With its current production capabilities and a focus on acquisition opportunities, Brookfield has great upside potential.

4. Hilton Worldwide

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NYSE: HLT

Hilton Worldwide

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$73B

Day's Range

$323.29 - $327.70

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$253.54 - $358.00

Volume

793.1

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1.8M

Gross Margin

27.79%

Dividend Yield

0.18%

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Travel demand picks up during the summer, benefiting hotels, airlines, and other hospitality businesses. Since Hilton Worldwide (HLT +1.01%) is one of the largest hotel brands, it's well-positioned to capitalize on the busy season.

Hilton's portfolio had over 9,400 properties and nearly 1.4 million rooms as of June 2026, along with a development pipeline of about 540,000 rooms. This massive footprint gives Hilton coverage in many of the most popular summertime destinations.

The Motley Fool's summer stock research found that Hilton saw summer revenue growth in seven out of the last 10 years from 2015 to 2025. More impressively, Hilton stock beat the S&P 500 following its summer earnings report in nine out of those 10 years.

5. Home Depot

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NYSE: HD

Home Depot

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$290B

Day's Range

$290.33 - $295.23

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$277.15 - $397.63

Volume

2.1K

Avg Vol

4.3M

Gross Margin

31.22%

Dividend Yield

3.20%

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Home Depot (HD -1.60%) consistently posts its highest revenue in the summer months, when many people work on their homes. The home improvement leader closed its 2025 fiscal year with $164.7 billion in revenue, a 3.2% year-over-year increase. Revenue was highest in its second and third fiscal quarters, at $45.3 billion and $41.4 billion, respectively.

Since Home Depot has a dominant market position, it generally delivers solid, if unspectacular, returns. It’s also resilient, having maintained sales even during a challenging period marked by high interest rates, expensive housing, and economic uncertainty that acted as headwinds for the industry.

As the largest home improvement retailer, Home Depot is well-positioned to continue growing and is one of the safer investments to hold. The company is also a good choice if you're looking for top dividend stocks, as Home Depot has increased its dividend for more than a decade.

6. Royal Caribbean Cruises

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NYSE: RCL

Royal Caribbean Cruises

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Current Price

$282.26

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Market Cap

$75B

Day's Range

$278.00 - $283.55

52wk Range

$222.22 - $356.39

Volume

626.6

Avg Vol

2.4M

Gross Margin

39.09%

Dividend Yield

1.95%

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Summer is generally the busiest time of year for major cruise lines. Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL +0.30%) is one of the largest cruise companies, operating five brands, a fleet of around 70 ships, and itineraries to all seven continents.

Royal Caribbean has always prided itself on being innovative and unique, focusing on creating one-of-a-kind experiences on its ships. That has made it a hit with passengers; Travel Weekly readers voted it the best cruise line for more than 20 consecutive years.

This cruise company had a fantastic 2025, with revenue up 9% to $17.9 billion and a record-breaking 9.4 million vacations. Net income growth was even better, jumping 48% to $4.3 billion. It kept that momentum going in the first half of 2026, serving almost 5 million guests.

7. Monster Beverage

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NASDAQ: MNST

Monster Beverage

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$43.64

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$85B

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$43.34 - $43.83

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$32.94 - $50.17

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686.8

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55.55%

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Monster Beverage (MNST -0.02%) is one of the leading energy drink companies, best known for its flagship brand, Monster Energy. It also sells alcoholic beverages, including craft beers, hard seltzer, and flavored malt beverages through subsidiaries.

Beverage companies often see increased sales in the summer, since warmer weather means a higher demand for cold drinks. Energy drink consumption, in particular, peaks during the summer months, as they're a popular choice for outdoor activities and road trips.

Monster Beverage has been delivering excellent financial results, with net sales growing 11% to $8.3 billion in 2025, and then hitting $4.9 billion over the first half of 2026. Already a mainstay in the U.S., Monster Beverage's recent growth has come from its international success.

How to buy summer stocks

Once you know which summer stocks you want to invest in, here's how to do it.

Open your brokerage account: Log in to your brokerage account where you handle your investments. If you don't have one yet, take a look at our favorite brokers and trading platforms to find the right one.
Search for the summer stock: Enter the ticker into the search bar to bring up the stock's trading page.
Decide how many shares to buy: Consider your investment goals and how much of your portfolio you want to allocate to this stock.
Select order type: Choose between a market order to buy at the current price or a limit order to specify the maximum price you're willing to pay.
Submit your order: Confirm the details and submit your buy order.
Review your purchase: Check your portfolio to ensure your order was filled as expected and adjust your investment strategy accordingly.

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Benefits and risks of investing in summer stocks

Here are the biggest benefits of investing in summer stocks:

These companies normally perform well during the summer months. The stock market has historically performed worse in the summer, so summer stocks can help offset this.
There's a diverse range of options available. You can find summer stocks in many market sectors and industries, including consumer discretionary, travel, food and beverage, and retail.
Many summer stocks pay generous dividends. Brookfield Renewable, Home Depot, and Pool Corp. are a few examples.

Summer stocks also carry a few notable risks:

Many summer stocks are cyclical businesses. They do well when the economy is strong, but their earnings drop significantly during economic downturns.
Any disruptions during the summer can have an outsize impact. An economic slump, geopolitical issues, or other summertime challenges can disrupt the peak earnings period for these companies.
Seasonal success may already be priced in. Markets know which companies do better in the summer, so favorable earnings don't always move the needle.

Methodology: How these stocks were chosen

Stocks on this list typically have their busiest season in the summer and often see revenue peak in the second and third quarters. Selections include a diverse range of companies involved in various summer businesses such as pools, travel, and HVAC systems. The selection criteria favored stocks that are at or near the top of their fields with durable competitive advantages.

Although these are summer stocks, they all had to qualify as promising long-term investments to make the list. They may perform best in the summer, but they were chosen based on their strong growth prospects over the next five to 10 years and beyond.

Should you invest in summer stocks?

Investors have historically been cautioned against investing during the summer months. The well-known adage "sell in May and go away" is based on the expectation of muted gains when the weather is nice.

In recent years, the stock market has performed well throughout the summer. The season is a crucial time for many businesses, making it worthwhile to consider adding high-quality summer stocks to your portfolio.

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About the Author

Lyle Daly is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst covering information technology and cryptocurrency. Lyle has been a contributor at the financial services company since 2018. His work has been featured on USA Today, Yahoo Finance, MSN, Fox Business, and Nasdaq. Before joining The Motley Fool, he wrote for financial brands including Intuit.

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American Express is an advertising partner of Motley Fool Money. Lyle Daly has positions in Berkshire Hathaway. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends American Express, Berkshire Hathaway, Home Depot, Monster Beverage, Pool, and Walt Disney. The Motley Fool recommends Brookfield Renewable and Delta Air Lines. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

7 Best Summer Stocks for 2026 and How to Invest

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7 top summer stocks for 2026

1. Comfort Systems USA

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3. Brookfield Renewable

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4. Hilton Worldwide

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5. Home Depot

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6. Royal Caribbean Cruises

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7. Monster Beverage

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How to buy summer stocks

Benefits and risks of investing in summer stocks

Methodology: How these stocks were chosen

Should you invest in summer stocks?

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Why do some stocks perform better in the summer?

Why do some stocks perform better in the summer?

Are summer stocks good for long-term investing?

Are summer stocks good for long-term investing?

Which sectors typically see growth in summer?

Which sectors typically see growth in summer?

What risks are associated with investing in summer stocks?

What risks are associated with investing in summer stocks?

How do economic conditions impact summer stocks?

How do economic conditions impact summer stocks?

Do summer stocks pay dividends?

Do summer stocks pay dividends?

Are there ETFs for seasonal or summer-focused stocks?

Are there ETFs for seasonal or summer-focused stocks?

Are summer stocks a safe short-term investment?

Are summer stocks a safe short-term investment?

What stocks do well in the summer?

What stocks do well in the summer?

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Why do some stocks perform better in the summer?

Why do some stocks perform better in the summer?

Are summer stocks good for long-term investing?

Are summer stocks good for long-term investing?

Which sectors typically see growth in summer?

Which sectors typically see growth in summer?

What risks are associated with investing in summer stocks?

What risks are associated with investing in summer stocks?

How do economic conditions impact summer stocks?

How do economic conditions impact summer stocks?

Do summer stocks pay dividends?

Do summer stocks pay dividends?

Are there ETFs for seasonal or summer-focused stocks?