Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Pfizer Inc. (PFE), NIKE, Inc. (NKE), Lululemon Athletica inc. (LULU), and The Big Business of the Boston Marathon

Not to be outdone, Lululemon Athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) , originally known for its pricey yoga pants, now flaunts lines of running gear targeted toward both sexes. Enjoying $1,900 in sales per square foot, its stores make Lululemon Athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) one of the United States’ most successful retailers. And growth opportunities abound for the company in North America and overseas, particularly in Europe and Asia.

Foolish takeaway
While it’s (small-f) foolish to buy a stock based on a single event (like a marathon), the overall trend toward healthy, active living grants companies such as these potential revenue boosts. As investors, we should always be on the lookout for trends that’ll act as tailwinds. But evaluate several metrics when determining whether a company’s stock is deserving of your dollars.

The article The Big Business of the Boston Marathon originally appeared on Fool.com is written by Nicole Seghetti.

Fool contributor Nicole Seghetti owns shares of Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson. Follow her on Twitter: @NicoleSeghetti. The Motley Fool recommends Johnson & Johnson, lululemon athletica, Nike, and Under Armour and owns shares of Johnson & Johnson, Nike, and Under Armour.

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