This week, the overall grades of five specialty retail stocks are lower, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a “D” (“sell”) or “F” overall (“strong sell”).
Destination XL Group, Inc. (DXLG) is on the decline this week, earning a D (“sell”) after receiving a C (“hold”) last week. Destination XL is a specialty retailer of big and tall men’s apparel in the United States, Canada, and England. In Portfolio Grader’s specific subcategories of Earnings Revisions, Cash Flow and Margin Growth, DXLG also gets an F. To get an in-depth look at DXLG, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of DXLG stock.
The rating of New York & Company, Inc. (NWY) declines this week from a C to a D. New York & Co. designs and sources its branded New York & Company merchandise sold exclusively through its network of retail stores nationwide. The stock gets F’s in Earnings Momentum and Earnings Revisions. The stock’s trailing PE Ratio is 176.00. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of NWY stock.
America’s Car-Mart, Inc. (CRMT) ratings are on the decline this week as the company earns an F (“strong sell”). Last week, it received a D (“sell”). America’s Car-Mart operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. The stock also gets an F in Earnings Revisions. As of July 23, 2014, 13% of outstanding America’s Car-Mart, Inc. shares were held short. To get an in-depth look at CRMT, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of CRMT stock.
Slipping from a C to a D rating, Hibbett Sports, Inc. (HIBB) takes a hit this week. Hibbett Sports operates a chain of sporting goods stores in the southeastern United States. As of July 23, 2014, 17.7% of outstanding Hibbett Sports, Inc. shares were held short. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of HIBB stock.
Cabela’s Incorporated (CAB) is having a tough week. The company’s rating falls from a C to a D. Cabela’s is a specialty retailer and direct marketer of outdoor merchandise, including supplies for hunting, fishing, and camping. As of July 23, 2014, 18.4% of outstanding Cabela’s Incorporated shares were held short. To get an in-depth look at CAB, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of CAB stock.
Louis Navellier’s proprietary Portfolio Grader stock ranking system assesses roughly 5,000 companies every week based on a number of fundamental and quantitative measures. Stocks are given a letter grade based on their results — with A being “strong buy,” and F being “strong sell.” Explore the tool here.
