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 General Stock — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Dollar General stock recently reported strong earnings, and its stock is at an all-time high -- but can the discount retailer stay on momentum's good side?

Costco Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Its stock has been solid this year. In fact, its average annual return has been 17.8% for the past three years. Here's a look at whether it can keep up the momentum.

5 Retail Stocks to Buy in 2012

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
After a record-breaking 2011 Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Americans will continue to shop going into 2012. And these stocks have great upside.

Euro Zone’s New Chapter — Friday’s IP Market Recap

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
The euro zone debt crisis reached a new chapter as most of the region agreed on a deal Friday. We take a look at this and other big stories of the week.

PEZ Dispenses Wisdom on Fashion Stocks

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
V.F. Corporation has taken over Ralph Lauren's spot in the ETF's top 10 holdings. Here's a few good reasons you should make the switch, too.

Brick-and-Mortar Retailers Should Read the Writing on the Wall

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Brick-and-mortar retailers could be in for a rough December as e-tailers dig even further into their holiday sales.

4 Naughty & Nice Holiday Options Trades

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Forget presents. If you want Santa to bring you a sack of profits, make some trades that come in the right size and style for any account.

Why Autozone Outruns Advance Auto Parts

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
Market leader AZO's hefty margins and faster growth beat out industry runner-up AAP. But if new car sales jump, their business could slow.

GNC Shares Look Like a Weakling

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
The company's outperformance since its IPO belies some balance-sheet concerns.

Are These 2 Suit Stocks the Right Fit for You?

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
Men's clothing retailers seem to decent bellwethers for the economy -- but how do Jos. A. Bank, Men's Wearhouse size up on their own?

The Single Best Defensive Stock You Must Buy

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
This stock has everything you want for a long-term hold. It's huge and still growing, profitable and, most of all, enduring.

7 Retail Stocks Cashing in This Holiday, Growing Into 2012

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
You might have trouble seeing the opportunity in retail stocks while the economy is recovering -- but the profits don’t lie. Here are seven names getting it right.

5 Reasons 2011 Holiday Sales Will Bring No Cheer

By Jeff Reeves
Bah, humbug! Let's not be naive enough to think bargain-shopping will save us. Here are five reasons not to pin your economic-recovery hopes on Christmas.

How to Cope If the Bear Bites Santa

By John Nyaradi, InvestorPlace Contributor
Holiday retail sales might be just the thing to save the "Santa Rally" -- or they might not. Either way, there's an ETF for any market environment.

Foot Locker or Finish Line: Which Should You Run With?

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
Industry leader Foot Locker currently has a more appealing valuation, although the much smaller Finish Line has slightly wider margins.

Best and Worst Stocks After the Black Friday Sales Surge

By Jeff Reeves
Consumers opened their wallets much wider than in 2010, but some companies capitalized better than others.

Aeropostale Next to Fall Out of Fashion

By Chris Johnson and Jon Lewis, Contributors
Teen retailers have had a rough earnings season; Gap and A&F have tumbled since reporting.

5 ‘New Frugal’ Black Friday Stocks

By Michael Shulman, Editor, Options Income Blueprint
On Black Friday, consumers will embrace a new mind-set when they shop at these primarily upscale brands. Investors should follow them through the doors.

10 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
These 10 specialty retailers already are enjoying a fruitful 2011 -- and they have room to run this holiday season.
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