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.

Time to Take Men’s Wearhouse off the Discount Rack

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
MW was unjustly battered on a slight earnings disappointment -- though it's still a little too pricey to buy.

3 Stocks to Cash in on Nervous Consumers’ Shopping Trends

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
With shoppers jittery over economic conditions, dollar discounters, warehouse-store shares could be smart buys now.

Your Prescription for Trading Walgreen

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
A close above $36.30 is a buy while a break below $33.50 spells trouble.

Mixed Review for the Market in August – What’s Next?

By Dan Wiener
The ups and downs of August mimicked the mixed market sentiment as consumer confidence sunk while, strangely, retail sales remained strong.

2 Ways to Take Aim at Target

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Target Corp. sits in a tricky spot, but a resistance level may hold the key. See the trades.

‘Haves’ on Wall Street Thrive as ‘Have Nots’ Suffer

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Tiffany & Co. NYSE:TIF has announced sales growth of 30% in the second quarter and earnings growth of 58%. This shows the strength of luxury stocks now.

Retail Setting Up for a Short Sale

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
A high-probability short setup is close to occurring in the Retail HOLDRs (AMEX:RTH).

Big Lots — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
A downturning economy good mean good things for this discount retailer's stock.

Rise and Shine for a Bed Bath & Beyond Options Bet

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
BBBY, with its solid fundamentals, is a good candidate for a covered call-option trade.

Sell Payless, Stride Rite Parent PSS as it Closes 475 Retail Stores

By Jeff Reeves
Payless ShoeSource parent Collective Brands (PSS) is closing 475 stores after it just announced a brutal earnings report. Sell this stock now.

Use Calls to Capture Dollar General’s Upside

By Chris Johnson and Jon Lewis, Contributors
Here's another deep-discount retail stock that should get a lift from a strong earnings performance.

Fossil’s Stock Could Keep Your Portfolio Young

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
The company is consistently beating profit expectations, while out-earnings its capital costs.

5 Back-to-School Stocks for a Bloody Market

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
The annual exodus of children returning to school means one thing -- a rise in consumer and retail stocks. Here are five to buy before they pop.

Live Large With Big Lots Calls

By Chris Johnson and Jon Lewis, Contributors
The discount retailer's stock should continue to bounce higher. Get the trade for BIG.

Lululemon Love Story About to Unravel

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
The hot retailer faces a recent stock jostling and an overly high valuation. With Gap's Athleta brand posing a real threat, things don't look to get better.

That Burning Smells Like Teen Retail

By Jeff Reeves
Retail itself isn't all gloom and doom, as discounters and luxury brands are seeing reassuring sales numbers -- but A&F, Aerpostale and others caught in a murky middle ground.

Why Elizabeth Arden Shares Look So Pretty

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Elizabeth Arden's lineup of fragrances and beauty products could help it weather the downturn in fine fashion.

High-End Retail Defies Consumer Jitters

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Wealthy customers are keeping luxury retailers in the black, but the shopping spree could end if the stock market dives.

Staples Looks Good for a Put Option Trade

By Chris Johnson and Jon Lewis, Contributors
The bullish sentiment towards SPLS is a head-scratcher. Options traders have a great opportunity with this vulnerable stock.
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