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And the Top Online Retailers Are …

The National Retail Federation announced the top online retailers today. More than 8,500 consumers were surveyed and Amazon topped the list.

6 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of six Specialty Retail stocks are better this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these stocks has an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy") rating.

3 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Specialty Retail stocks are better this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these stocks has an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy") rating.

Urban Outfitters Shares Soar on Q2 Results

Urban Outfitters posted second-quarter earnings and sales that beat Wall Street estimates, sending its shares sharply higher.

Can Retail’s Rally Keep It Up?

The retail sector's strong second quarter, along with some promising economic data, are promising signs. But they shouldn't be overstated.

Pricey TJX Booms on Bargain-Brand Names

TJX shares aren't budging much after a positive second quarter. Was the company's success just expected, or do investors have other worries?

EBay Tries to Entice Other Retailers to Gang Up on Amazon

EBay is trying to convince retailers to gang up on Amazon by selling wares on eBay's site. The proposition has been attracting many.

Back-to-School Revenues Set to Rock

Forecasts for this season are pointing way up -- to $83.8 billion, 22% higher than in 2011. So, which retailers stands to benefit?

Abercrombie: A Downward Fashion Trend

Abercrombie & Fitch shares have taken a beating in the last year, as the retailer's youth-only atmosphere has made it even more of a clothing casualty than its competitors.

Retail Sales Beat Forecasts in July

July was a better month for retailers than Wall Street expected with average same-store sales rising 4.6% as consumers took advantage of discounts.

Wet Seal’s Woes Are Far From Over

Fallen-from-grace momentum stock Wet Seal took another plunge Monday on news the company fired its CEO. WTSLA now is dirt cheap -- but far from a bargain.

The Future of Francesca’s: Too Much Growth?

The boutique chain is hot right now, especially after its last earnings report -- but the company's huge focus on expansion might backfire.

3 Stocks to Help Weather the Financial Storm

After weathering the May storm and surviving Europe's turmoil, these three picks are inexpensive at this point.

The Running of the Retailers: Earnings Winners and Losers

U.S. retailers released earnings yesterday and their was a mixed bag of strong earnings and disappointments. Here are a list of 7 to review.

3 Comeback Kids in Retail

They're missing the sector's rebound so far in 2012, but that will change. Here's why these three stocks are set for a turnaround.

Aeropostale Next to Fall Out of Fashion

Teen retailers have had a rough earnings season; Gap and A&F have tumbled since reporting.