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PIMCO for the People — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Bill Gross's Pimco Total Return ETF -- a clone of the famed Total Return Fund -- makes its trading debut.

Retailing: Same-Store Sales See Wide Gains

Many retailers blew past analysts’ February expectations. Can the trend continue?

3 Retailers to Watch Ahead of Earnings

As earnings season draws to a close, retailers are getting more into the mix. Keep an eye on these three retail stocks going into their reports.

ETF Alternatives for Last Week’s Hot Stocks

Jeans, global media, TV streaming, surgical and snacks are covered in this installment of ETF substitutes for the stocks discussed by IP writers last week.

17 Companies Increasing Dividends

Broadcom, CME Group, Mattel, Marathon and Tupperware are among this week's top payout performers.

Value to Shoppers Equals Value for Investors

These retailers are doing well because they offer superior products or discounts on quality products. So consumers are spending -- wisely.

New Year’s Prediction #4: Retail, the Hottest Sector of 2012

When Wall Street "experts" warned about the troubled retail sector, I ignored them and made huge profits. I expect more of the same from retail in 2012.

InvestorPlace Experts’ Big Winners of 2011 and Top Trades for 2012

When the "smart money" is on, it's on. Here's a look at some of our experts' best calls of 2011 -- and the stocks they think will boom in 2012.

10 Best Last-Minute Deals for Christmas 2011

From a Victoria's Secret sweater dress to a Nikon camera bundle, here are 10 great last-minute deals for the hurried and harried shopper.

What’s So Special About Special Dividends?

One-time payouts, like Limited's $2 extra dividend, are bonuses that enhance goodwill and generate good PR among shareholders.

7 Retail Stocks Cashing in This Holiday, Growing Into 2012

You might have trouble seeing the opportunity in retail stocks while the economy is recovering -- but the profits don’t lie. Here are seven names getting it right.

10 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy

These 10 specialty retailers already are enjoying a fruitful 2011 -- and they have room to run this holiday season.