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.

‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Is an E-Book Blockbuster

By Adam Patterson, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
E.L. James' romance series proves strength of the e-book format -- with digital download motivating its runaway sales.

It’s Time to Stop Chasing Retailers

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
A large swath of retailers have earnings headed in the right direction, but prices have caught up to the point where caution should be the order of the day.

Wednesday Apple Rumors: Pinterest Coming to iPad

By Adam Patterson, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Pinterest announced the pending release of an app unique to the iPad -- and is renovating its site in anticipation.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: A Million New iPads Sold in a Day?

By Adam Patterson, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Also, Apple's partnership with five major film studios shows progress towards cross-platform media streaming.

Overall Retail Sales Hit New Record

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Retailing performed across the board in February, slightly exceeding analysts’ estimates, with vehicle and apparel sales particularly strong.

American Eagle Flies Into Resistance

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Options activity shows confidence in AEO shares post earnings.

Monday Apple Rumors: Apple Planning New $304M Campus

By Adam Patterson, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
With funding from the Texas Enterprise Fund, AAPL is laying plans for the construction of a $304M Austin campus -- a facility that might support 3,600 new jobs.

Best Buy Doomed to Lose Online, Despite Flashy New Hire

By Jeff Reeves
Best Buy's flashy new hire has a great resume -- just not for e-commerce. Here's why he's not the guy to lead BBY's digital strategy.

Friday Apple Rumors: Netflix Now Available Through iTunes

By Adam Patterson, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Netflix subscriptions are now directly available for Apple TV owners -- a partnership that will further Apple's entry into the streaming content market.

Retail Earnings: A Mixed Bag

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hot Topic, Buckle, and others surprise to the upside, while Stein Mart slips.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Apple Targeted by Justice Department

By Adam Patterson, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
The U.S. government is threatening antitrust litigation over e-book pricing -- alleging collusion on a sales model hostile to competitors.

Costco Is No Bargain Stock

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Costco's customer loyalty and membership fees give it consistent revenue. Too bad its stock is so pricey now. Buying on a fallback is the way to go.

Wednesday Apple Rumors: iPad 3 Debuts Today

By Adam Patterson, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Apple's pending tablet release expected to further its gain over rivals, with rumored bargain models poised to lure frugal consumers.

Williams-Sonoma: Pre-Earnings Options Plays

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Why was Tuesday's put volume for Williams-Sonoma nine times the average one-month volume?

Shop This Company’s Products, But Not Its Stock — Yet

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Carter's -- the stock behind OshKosh -- has a decent business, but is it a sound investment?

Bulls Keep Charging as Liz Claiborne Hits New Highs

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Call buying and put selling continues in LIZ as traders expect further upside following a S&P debt rating upgrade.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: iPad Replacing PCs?

By Adam Patterson, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
PCs' sales lead over tablets continues to fall, lending credence to Tim Cook's recent prediction that tablets will one day replace desktop computers.

The Big-Box Store With Not-So-Big Profits

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Big Lots sells everything, from consumables up to entire furniture sets. But are BIG shares a buy?

J.C. Penney Stock: 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
While JCPenney has brought in a top-notch CEO with good ideas, the company still faces tough competition and a long road toward recreating its brand.
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