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.

Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank: Which Stock Is a Better Fit?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Men's Wearhouse seems to be gaining steam while Jos. A. Bank appears to be faltering. So ... which of the two clothing stocks makes a better buy?

Stores-Within-a-Store: An Overrated Strategy

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Target just gave up the ghost on its store-within-a-store initiative, and rightfully so -- while the strategy is alluring on several fronts, it's just a poor fit for the discount space.

Thursday Apple Rumors: China Mobile Readies for Next iPhone

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
China Mobile will spend billions on 4G upgrades this year; an English boy racked up £1,000 in in-game charges in an iPad; and Staples to soon get Apple devices.

Retail Keeps Rally Going — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
The markets rallied broadly but minimally as the Commerce Department reported a better-than-hoped 1.1% gain in retail sales last month.

Retail Stocks: Don’t Take That Victory Lap Yet

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Today's report of blowout February retail sales puts a cherry on the top of months' worth of great sector news, but before you give the bull even more chain, look ahead.

Is JCPenney the Next Woolworth’s?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Ron Johnson continues to drive JCPenney further into the red, making it seem increasingly possible that it will share the same fate as another once-great retail titan: Woolworth's.

Amazon Faces Opposition Over Bid to Grab Web Names

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Authors, publishers and rivals are denouncing Amazon's bid to purchase the .book, .author and .read domains from ICANN.

Sears, JCP Pull Ads From ‘SNL’ Over Offensive Skit

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
The American Family Association is urging advertisers to boycott 'Saturday Night Live' after a skit featured Jesus as a murderer.

3 Retail Stocks Changing Direction Heading Into Earnings

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
These three retailers are all making big pivot moves right now, meaning investors should keep an extra close eye on their upcoming fourth-quarter reports.

Does Anyone Win in the Martha Stewart Trial?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
The retail trial of the century pits Macy's against Martha Stewart and JCPenney. Who will come out on top in this three-ring circus? Let's take a look.

5 Reasons to Fetch PetSmart’s Stock

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
PetSmart's stock has tripled since 2009 but has plateaued in recent months. Most likely, though, this is just PETM catching its breath before another march north.

Let’s Call Sears What It Is: A Mess

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Sears' most recent results weren't awful, but they still show a company that's achieving little in the way of improving its core business.

Victoria’s Secret Sets Its Sights on Tweens

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Victoria's Secret, along with other well-known women's clothiers, are trying to move into intimate apparel for tween girls.

Ride Target to Canadian Riches

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
As Target expands into Canada, investors and experts alike don't seem to realize just how big the company's opportunity is. But let me tell you: It's huge.

WMT or TGT? Look to GDP for a Hint

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Walmart and Target aim for two very different customer experiences, which raises a simple question for investors: Which strategy is better ... and when?

10 Top Stock Charts to Watch in March

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Instead of waiting for a new high in the major indices, look to the technology, materials and retail sectors for trading opportunities.

3 Simple Steps to Start Investing

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Considering a dive into the market, but you just need a little push? Well, here's a gentle push -- and a couple tips to help you once you're in the water.

Thursday Apple Rumors: One Billion iTunes U Downloads

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Apple iTunes U exceeds one billion educational downloads; Apple's Thunderbolt displays are in short supply; and Samsung loses patent lawsuit motion in Japan.

Dollar Tree Jumps, Has More Room to Grow

By Ethan Roberts, InvestorPlace Contributor
Dollar Tree crushed earnings yesterday, showing that discount retailers have room to run. Plus, consumer sentiment and the stock's chart both scream 'buy.'
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