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.

Our New Buy for July: TJX

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Sales and earnings rises at TJX continued through the end of the quarter, and the outlook remains positive for this discount retailer. TJX is a buy today

Abercrombie & Fitch No Bargain Even After Store Closings

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The struggling retailer continued its 40% year-to-date plunge after Friday's news of more store closings, but don't confuse it for a value buy.

Is BBBY’s Meltdown a Preview for Dick’s?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Amazon has sucked the life out of numerous retailers -- just look at Bed Bath & Beyond -- and Dick’s Sporting Goods could be next.

J.C. Penney Stock On Sale to Investors

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
J.C. Penney is struggling to get their new pricing message across, and the end result is an unexpected management shakeup that still may not work. Sell JCP

PetSmart: A ‘Best in Show’ Stock Buy

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
PetSmart continues to grow, and with strong results remains a solid buy for your portfolio

A Great Day Above the Surface — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Microsoft's Surface announcement buoyed tech stocks and banks floated higher on Fed hopes, helping the broader markets to another day in the black.

Barnes & Noble Drops on Earnings, Surface

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Barnes & Noble headed south Tuesday as the company reported disappointing Q4 earnings a day after Microsoft announced it was flying solo on a new tablet.

Costco Takes Control of Its Mexico Operations

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
It's buying the 50% it doesn't already own. The move is a win-win for several reasons.

Safeway to Introduce Its Own K-Cup Coffees

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Safeway will offer its branded coffees in K-Cup containers for Keurig single-serving coffee brewing machine from Green Moutain Coffee Roasters.

Pier 1 Imports: Q1 Profits, Outlook Up

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Home furnishings retailer Pier 1 Imports said it earned $17.8 million during its fiscal first quarter, up 26% from $14 million during the same time last year

Home Depot Cuts 3,000+ Product Prices Because …

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Thanks to last year's cap on debit-swipe fees, Home Depot has had lower operating costs, which has translated to lower prices for consumers.

The Growth Stock You’ve Never Heard Of

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Francesca's is growing fast and throwing off lots of cash. Somehow, this women's boutique retailer amassed a billion-dollar market cap without many noticing.

Michael Kors Bucks Consumer Spending Trend

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
The luxury retailer is flying high where others are stumbling badly. Despite slumping overall retail sales, it shows that high-end consumers are still spending.

The End of the American Consumer? Not a Chance!

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Today's retail sales numbers look bad, but a look behind the numbers shows some strength in consumer spending, particularly in these stores

Retail Sales Point to Slower Economic Growth

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Cheaper gas isn't enough to get consumers spending elsewhere. But a worse sign is the overall trend of weaker-than-expected key economic reports.

Solar Flare Sparks Markets — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
A new deal for First Solar helped lift the solar sector and joined a broader market march forward Tuesday.

3 Dollar Stores Make a Long Trip Worthwhile

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Dollar Tree, Dollar General and Family Dollar are all providing solid investor returns as cash-strapped consumers search for discounts.

Under Armour Stock Split a Performance Boost to Investors

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Performance apparel maker Under Armour will split its stock for the first time in corporate history. Here's what it means to shareholders.

Dollar General and Lululemon Earnings Rundown

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Dollar General and Lululemon Athletica both posted strong top and bottom line results for the past quarter, and are rated as buys for our blue chip buyers
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