Retail Stocks

Consumers dictate the economy, so it is only fair that retail stocks have a tendency to dominate the market. Superstores such as Walmart (NYSE:WMT) and Target (NYSE:TGT) have come to lead the sector, although smaller cap stores such as Dick’s Sporting Goods (NYSE:DKS) and American Eagle (NYSE:AEO) make interesting plays, as they cater to specific fields.

Retail stocks have an optimistic forecast, assuming the market continues to recover. Should the market falter, retail stocks may plummet. If you choose to invest in retail, watch the market extremely carefully.

Macy’s Stock Pops on Holiday Optimism but Talk Is Cheap

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Nov 12, 2014

The department store chain had a miss-and-cut quarter, but the market is giving Macy's stock the benefit of the doubt for holiday sales.

Trade of the Day: L Brands (LB)

By Profit Scanner Oct 21, 2014

This retail stock is riding high after beating estimates for September sales growth, and the Profit Scanner predicts that a further surge of 3%-4% is just around the corner.

3 Retail Stocks That Can Bounce Off the Ropes

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Aug 27, 2014

While bad news has hammered retail stocks across the sector, don’t overlook potential bargains that are poised for a comeback.

Trade of the Day: Office Depot (ODP)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Aug 25, 2014

Office Depot (ODP) began to lose value when Staples (SPLS) warned about the coming quarter, which is a very bad sign for the industry. Back-to-school is critical, and it looks like the data aren't going to be good.

Kohl’s Stock Bucks the Negative Trend in Retail

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 14, 2014

While other retailers like WMT and TGT continue to struggle, Kohl's posted quietly positive earnings for the latest quarter.

Walmart vs. Target: Who Wins the CEO Shuffle? (WMT, TGT)

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Aug 11, 2014

Reeling from disappointing earnings and myriad challenges, Target named former PepsiCo (PEP) executive Brian Cornell as its new CEO, while Walmart tapped Walmart Asia CEO Greg Foran to head up its critically important U.S. operations. Can either one deliver a turnaround?

Can the U.S. Consumer Bounce Back?

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Jun 18, 2014

If retail stocks are to have any chance, American consumers will need a booster shot. Here's a look the continued struggle of the U.S. economy.

Wet Seal: WTSL Stock Sinks on Weak Outlook

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer May 28, 2014

Wet Seal reported a first quarter loss on lower-than-expected sales and forecast a weak current quarter, sending WTSL stock down sharply.

PetSmart Slashes Outlook, PETM Stock Tanks

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer May 21, 2014

PetSmart reported lower-than-expected quarterly sales and trimmed its full year outlook, sending PETM stock down sharply.

Retail Stocks – The 7 Stock Charts You Need to Watch Now

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor May 21, 2014

Retail stocks have been hit hard in recent weeks, putting a number of stock charts on the verge of a breakdown. Which retail stocks are most vulnerable?

DKS: Weak Golf & Hunting Sales Whack Dick’s Sporting Goods

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer May 20, 2014

Dick's Sporting Goods reported first-quarter profits and sales that missed estimates and lowered its outlook for the year, sending DKS stock down sharply.

Earnings Watch: 5 Crummy Retail Stocks on Deck

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer May 19, 2014

Even beat-and-raise earnings won't change the thesis on these struggling retail stocks, which have more losses to come.

Bulls Can Salivate Over JWN Stock, But Don’t Bite – Yet

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor May 19, 2014

Nordstrom (JWN) staged a beauty of a breakout Friday after reporting great Q1 results. JWN stock could push higher, but patience is warranted.

DRI: Red Lobster Chain Sold for $2.1B

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer May 16, 2014

Darden Restaurants says it has sold Red Lobster to a private equity firm for $2.1 billion. DRI stock sank on the news.

M: Macy’s Raises Dividend, Boosts Buyback

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer May 14, 2014

Macy's said it would raise its quarterly dividend and repurchase another $1.5 billion in shares, sending M stock up modestly on Wednesday.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Apple Is Now the Second Biggest Online Retailer

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer May 8, 2014

Apple topped Staples to become the second largest e-retailer last year; Samsung to appeal patent award; and Apple issues government data request guidelines.