Both retail sales and consumer borrowing are on the rise, which is contributing to a rise in consumer confidence. Employment has also been increasing steadily, allowing those with growing wallets a chance to spend once again.  Whether they choose to stay frugal or reach deeper into their pockets is their prerogative. However, what is certain is that these department stores are seeing great returns following this uptick in consumer spending.

I watch more than 5,000 publicly traded companies with my Portfolio Grader tool, ranking companies by a number of fundamental and quantitative measures. And this week, I’ve got five big name department store stocks for you to buy.

Here they are, in alphabetical order. Each one of these stocks gets an “A” or “B” according to my research, meaning it is a “strong buy” or “buy.”

Big Lots (NYSE:BIG) is a closeout retailer that sells consumables, furniture, home products, seasonal products and other retail items. In the last 12 months, BIG stock is up 18%, compared to nearly 6% gains for the Dow Jones in the same time. BIG gets a “B” for cash flow and an “A” for return on equity in my Portfolio Grader tool. For more information, view my complete analysis of BIG stock.

Dollar General (NYSE:DG) is a discount retailer operating in 35 states. DG stock has jumped 36% in the last year alone. DG stock gets a “B” for operating margin growth, a “B” for earnings growth, a “B” for the magnitude in which earnings projections have increased over the past month and a “B” for return on equity in my Portfolio Grader tool. For more information, view my complete analysis of DG stock.

Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) is another discount retailer that is known for offering many of its items for just $1. In the last 12 months, DLTR has climbed 68%. DLTR gets a “B” for operating margin growth, a “B” for earnings growth a “B” for the magnitude in which earnings projections have increased over the past month and an “A” for return on equity in my Portfolio Grader tool. For more information, view my complete analysis of DLTR stock.

Nordstrom (NYSE:JWN) is a fashion specialty retailer that offers apparel, shoes, cosmetics and accessories. JWN stock has gained 16% since this time last year. JWN gets a “B” for operating margin growth and an “A” for return on equity in my Portfolio Grader tool. For more information, view my complete analysis of JWN stock.

Macy’s Inc. (NYSE:M) is a retailer of men’s, women’s and children’s apparel and accessories, cosmetics, home furnishings and other consumer goods. M rounds out the list with a strong showing of 49% in the last year. M stock gets an “A” for operating margin growth, an “A” for earnings growth, an “A” for its ability to exceed the consensus earnings estimates on Wall Street, a “B” for the magnitude in which earnings projections have increased over the past month, an “A” for cash flow and an “A” for return on equity in my Portfolio Grader tool. For more information, view my complete analysis of M stock.

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