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.

Retail Titan Showdown: Wal-Mart or Target?

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Wal-Mart and Target both announced decent earnings and revenues during the week, and investors won't go wrong owning either brand, but if you must choose ...

Facebook Down, Stocks Up: Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Nasdaq leads the rally on Cisco's earnings and dividend hike, even as Facebook tumbled during its first lockup period expiration.

Office Supply Stocks: The End of an Era?

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Best Buy might suffer from showrooming, but at least that gets customers in the door. Big-box office supply chains don't even enjoy courtesy visits anymore.

Should I Buy Wal-Mart? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Its latest report shows why the stock is vulnerable now. A slowing global economy and ever-stronger competition aren't good for a stock priced so high.

Wal-Mart Tops Profit, Misses Revenue Estimates

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Wal-Mart reported second-quarter earnings that narrowly topped Wall Street estimates, but missed on revenue, sending its shares lower.

Target’s Target is Due North

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Target pleased with its Q2 report, though sales grew at a slight expense to margins. The next plan of action? Canadian expansion.

Target Beats Q2 Forecasts on Flat Earnings

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Target posted second-quarter earnings, flat compared to last year, that topped Wall Street expectations and raised its profit outlook for the year.

Stocks Barely on Track: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Stocks started on the way up in the morning on good foreign and domestic news, but gave up some in the afternoon. The Dow barely finished up for the day.

Can Michael Kors Keep Up Its Strut?

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors are cheering Michael Kors' great first quarter, but the expectations bar has been raised even higher going forward.

Retail Sales: No Devil in These Details

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
This report brightens the picture when stocks need it most. It's especially encouraging because it comes without any asterisks.

Pricey TJX Booms on Bargain-Brand Names

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

New Rules Are the Old Rules: Invest With Sense

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Markets have rallied since June, and investors seem to be seeking out solid companies based on research and economics instead of knee-jerk reactions to trends

5 Retail Bloodbath Earnings Trades

By Traders Reserve
Retail stocks may be getting ahead of themselves in pricing, and these 5 hot stocks could lose some ground this week after earnings are released, so be prepared

Sears: Eddie Lampert Has a Master Plan

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Spinning off Hometown and Outlet stores is another smart move that will generate cash and cash flow for the next chapter in the Sears saga.

Retailer Rotation: Sell These Two, Then Buy This One

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
There's nothing wrong with either Wal-Mart or Costco, it's just a bad time to step into an investment, and a great time to step out of one -- and into another.

Sell JCP on Strength — While You Still Can

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Friday's share-price rally after a horrid earnings report offers a rare chance for investors to escape. No matter what CEO Johnson says, JCP is a disaster.

Apple Matches iPhone Price Cuts as iPhone 5 Looms

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Apple has instructed its physical Apple Stores to match discounts on iPhones from major retailers and wireless providers as it prepares to launch iPhone 5.

3 Reasons CVS Caremark Looks Healthy

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
CVS reported strong earnings on Monday -- and Wall Street punished it in any case. The market’s gut reaction missed a lot of positives.

Macy’s Sets High Bar for Retail Earnings

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Macy's saw profits jump 16% in the second quarter thanks to cost-cutting and and a successful overall strategy. This could be a tough act for rivals to follow.
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