We see both spinoff and parent as buys

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On August 3, 2021, L Brands (old New York symbol LB) broke itself up into two separate, publicly traded companies: Victoria’s Secret stores (which sell lingerie); and Bath & Body Works outlets (personal-care products, including soaps and shampoos). Investors received one new share of Victoria’s Secret for every three shares of L Brands they held. L Brands then changed its name to Bath & Body Works. So far, Victoria’s Secret is up over 50% since the spinoff, while the former parent is up just 5%. We feel both stocks will benefit over the next few years as the split will let them better focus on growth. They also have greater financial flexibility to adapt to the changing retail landscape. VICTORIA’S SECRET & CO. $61 is a spinoff buy. The company (New York symbol VSCO; Consumer sector; Shares outstanding: 91.6 million; Market cap: $5.6 billion; No dividend paid; Takeover Target Rating: Medium; www.victoriassecretandco.com) sells lingerie, sleepwear and beauty products through 1,400 stores in over…