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.

Coinstar to Launch Starbucks’ Seattle’s Best Coffee Kiosks

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Starbucks has signed a five-year deal with Coinstar to launch thousands of automated kiosks dispensing Seattle's Best brand coffee nationwide.

A Clothing Retailer With Consistent Returns

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Ascena's dressbarn, maurices and Justice chains have loyal customers among women, teens and tweens.

Should I Buy Dollar General? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The recent sell-off on a secondary offering -- after a beat-and-raise quarter -- creates a compelling entry point.

5 Dividend Stocks Up Over 20% in 2012

By Jeff Reeves
High-flying stocks that are smaller in market cap or have big emerging-market influences are a bit riskier than the usual dividend stalwarts, but these may be worth a look.

Taking Talbot’s Off the Rack

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Talbot's accepted an offer to be taken private, but even with that boost the stock is overvalued and should be sold before the purchase goes through in the fall

Retail Same-Store Sales Mostly Strong in May

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Shoppers flocked to retail stores in May, sending same-store sales at many retailers past expectations for the month.

Family Dollar’s Plan to Sell Cigarettes Draws Fire

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Family Dollar's decision to sell cigarettes at its 6,800 stores nationwide has drawn considerable criticism from health and anti-smoking advocacy groups.

Should I Buy Costco Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
COST stock popped on Thursday as its earnings topped forecasts, but investors need to consider its pricey shares and stiff competition. See the verdict.

Best Buy CEO’s Tough Talk Rings Hollow

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
While interim chief Mike Mikan quickly fessing up to BBY's mess is good, a real turnaround plan would be better.

Kids’ Clothes: The Sweet Spot in Retailing

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
When it comes to children's clothes, there are no fashion trends to worry about -- and there's an endless supply of new customers.

Investors Finally Give WMT the Green Light

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
After years of ranged stock performance despite laudable results on the books, Wal-Mart shares finally get their long-overdue credit from investors.

Hold Your Horses on the Penney Pounding

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bill Ackman, whose hedge fund owns about 26% of JCP and brought in CEO Ron Johnson, thinks JCP remains a great opportunity. Here's why.

Ralph Lauren Stock Is Never Out of Style

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Ralph Lauren is a standard bearing luxury retailer that continues to ring up sales and perform in the market. RL is rated a strong buy for investors

Best Buy: Profit, Revenue Beat Estimates

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Best Buy reported that adjusted earnings per share and revenue for the first quarter beat Wall Street's expectations, sending shares higher.

Lowe’s Remains on a Solid “Buy” Foundation

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Despite warnings of a slower second quarter, Lowe's is still on track for solid performance, and the stock is rated a buy for the long term investor.

Dick’s Sporting Goods Deserves Better

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Here's why the much bigger sporting-goods chain is a superior deal compared to its more richly valued rival, Hibbett Sports.

Sears & J.C. Penney: No Longer the Belles of the Ball

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Sears and Penney's, two icons of the retail industry, are in deep trouble, and choosing which one will live long and prosper is not an easy call.

Wal-Mart is Still an Every Day Buy

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Wal-Mart is the largest retailer and employer in the U.S. and a steady earning and growing company. A cautious buy rating is on the stock today.

Wal-Mart vs. Target: Which One Is Better?

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The nation's top discount chains are both on the mend, but only one stock looks to be a profitable short-term bet. Here's how they stack up.
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