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.

Dollar for Dollar, Dollar Tree Still Rules

By Ethan Roberts, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite DLTR's recent pullback, it's the go-to stock in this robust retail niche in comparison to its rivals Dollar General and Family Dollar.

JCPenney: Why Ackman Isn’t a Fool

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hedge fund manager Bill Ackman continues to carry the flag for JCPenney. This is why he's not as crazy as everyone thinks.

One Retailer to Own: Our Experts Weigh In

By Eric Harding, InvestorPlace Managing Editor
From third-quarter earnings to Black Friday, retailers are in the news. If you're looking to add one to your portfolio, our contributors have some suggestions.

Abercrombie & Fitch Stock: More Potential After the Pop?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
After an eye-popping 34% gain, traders can expect some sort of pullback in ANF shares -- but still could be primed for a more modes climb afterward.

Kohl’s Black Friday Deals for 2012

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Kohl's "Operation: Black Friday" will feature 500-plus specials and free 'Kohl's Cash.' Take a look at the details and some of Kohl's Black Friday specials.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: Apple Stores Top Sales Per Square Foot

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Apple Stores make the highest sales per square foot; iMessage is causing text messaging to decline; and Apple employees can work on special projects.

Avoid Buyer’s Remorse in These 7 Retailers

By Ken Trester
Stay away from these retail stocks going into Black Friday and the holiday season, but don't overlook the profit opportunities in put options.

Bullish Bets on Saks and TJX Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
If Wall Street sellers have finally exhausted themselves, investors could be in for a treat. Here's a way to play each retailer's earnings ahead the reports.

7 Reasons JCPenney Is Just Plain Ugly

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Third-quarter results were awful -- and are just one example of why investors have no reason to go near the downtrodden department store.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 11/8

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Get the scoop on today's big moves. Learn about one stock hitting a new 52-week high, and one finding a new 52-week low on Thursday, Nov. 8.

Wal-Mart to Start Black Friday Deals Earlier Than Ever

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
The giant retailer is starting its Black Friday sales even earlier this year with an 8 p.m. Turkey Day start to the holiday sales season.

PayPal Makes Huge Price-Match Guarantee

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Popular online payment system PayPal is making a guarantee this holiday season -- if you don't get the lowest possible price, PayPal will make up the difference.

Office Depot, OfficeMax: It’s Too Late to Play This Trade

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
They're soaring on investor activism -- not improving fundamentals. If you need proof, look at Staples, which is in the same shape but whose stock is wilting.

Beware of a Sandy Blow to Holiday Sales

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Northeast consumers will focus on necessities and rebuilding rather than discretionary items like jewelry or toys. That's bad news for some big names.

Health Care Law Prompts Shift to Part-Time Workers

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A number of employers in the restaurant and hotel business are increasing their numbers of part-time workers to avoid requirements of the health care law.

Are You Short Best Buy? If Not, Get Started

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
You might be asking, “What? Wasn’t the time to short Best Buy stock months ago?” Yes, unless you happen to be very careful with your shorts.

PVH Deal Creates a Powerhouse, Stokes Another Potential M&A Fire

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
PVH's purchase of Warnaco creates an apparel powerhouse equal to Ralph Lauren and VF Corp ... and possibly set up a third company to become an M&A winner.

Hurricane Sandy: Sectors to Watch

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
These four sectors are the mostly likely to be impacted by Hurricane Sandy's damaging effects -- but not all businesses will be hammered the same way.

Best Buy Steams Ahead — Into the Icebergs

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
A management shakeup and a lower forecast for third-quarter same-store sales tear at its hull as the new CEO struggles to right the ship.
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