15 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

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This week, 15 Specialty Retail stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an “A” (“strong buy”) or “B” overall (“buy”).

This is a strong week for TJX Companies Inc (TJX). The company’s rating climbs to B from the previous week’s C. TJX Companies Inc is an off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions. The company also gets A’s in return on equity. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of TJX stock.

Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) gets a higher grade this week, advancing from a B last week to a A. The company also gets A’s in operating margin growth, earnings growth, and earnings surprise. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of BURL stock.

Foot Locker, Inc. (FL) shows solid improvement this week. The company’s rating rises from a C to a B. Foot Locker, Inc. is primarily a mall-based athletic retailer that operates athletic retail stores in countries located in North America, Europe, and Australia. The company also gets A’s in return on equity. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of FL stock.

This week, Genesco Inc.’s (GCO) ratings are up from a C last week to a B. Genesco Inc. engages in the retail and wholesale of footwear, apparel, and accessories. The company also gets A’s in earnings growth, earnings surprise, and free cash flow. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of GCO stock.

Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) is seeing ratings go up from a B last week to a A this week. Ross Stores, Inc. runs chains of stores that sell discounted products, including apparel, jewelry and home accessories. The company also gets A’s in return on equity. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of ROST stock.

Five Below, Inc. (FIVE) boosts its rating from a C to a B this week. Five Below, Inc. operates as a specialty value retailer in the United States, which offers various products priced at $5 and below. The company also gets A’s in return on equity. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of FIVE stock.

Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN) earns a A this week, jumping up from last week’s grade of B. Urban Outfitters, Inc. owns lifestyle specialty retail stores that offer fashion apparel, footwear and accessories and home furnishings and garden products. The company also gets A’s in earnings revisions, return on equity, and free cash flow. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of URBN stock.

The rating of Shoe Carnival, Inc. (SCVL) moves up this week, rising from a C to a A. Shoe Carnival, Inc. is a family footwear retailer. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of SCVL stock.

Zumiez Inc.’s (ZUMZ) ratings are looking better this week, moving up to a A from last week’s B. Zumiez Inc. is a specialty retailer of action sports related apparel, footwear, equipment and accessories through stores mainly in shopping malls across the United States and Canada. The company also gets A’s in earnings revisions and earnings surprise. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of ZUMZ stock.

This week, Finish Line, Inc. Class A (FINL) pushes up from a C to a B rating. Finish Line, Inc. Class A is a specialty retailer of men’s, women’s and children’s brand name athletic and leisure footwear, activewear, and accessories. The company also gets A’s in earnings momentum. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of FINL stock.

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) improves from a C to a B rating this week. American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. designs, markets, and sells its own brand of low-price clothing, accessories, and personal care products for young adults. The company also gets A’s in operating margin growth and return on equity. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of AEO stock.

This week, Francesca’s Holdings Corporation (FRAN) pushes up from a B to a A rating. Francesca’s Holdings Corporation is a womens clothing boutique specializing in trendy clothes, handbags, shoes, jewelry, & gifts. The company also gets A’s in earnings revisions, earnings surprise, return on equity, and free cash flow. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of FRAN stock.

Boot Barn Holdings, Inc. (BOOT) earns a B this week, jumping up from last week’s grade of C. Boot Barn Holdings, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and markets protective footwear and rainwear. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of BOOT stock.

Tilly’s, Inc. Class A’s (TLYS) ratings are looking better this week, moving up to a A from last week’s B. Tilly’s, Inc. Class A engages in the retailing of casual clothing, footwear, and accessories for teens and young adults in the United States. The company also gets A’s in earnings growth and earnings revisions. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of TLYS stock.

The rating of Destination Maternity Corporation (DEST) moves up this week, rising from a C to a B. Destination Maternity Corporation designs and sells maternity apparel in the United States through a nationwide chain of speciality stores. For more information, get Portfolio Grader’s complete analysis of DEST stock.

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