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Retail Stocks

Retail stocks are companies that operate and sell finished goods via physical storefronts, often in direct competition with e-commerce businesses. Retailers are also largely dependent on the health of the greater economy for strong earnings figures. Some of the biggest retailers by market capitalization include the likes of Target, Costco, and Walmart

Recent Retail Stocks Articles

AAPL to Deploy iBeacon in Apple Stores

iBeacon location tracking technology is being rolled out to Apple Stores and could have a huge retail impact -- leading to new AAPL revenue streams.

Mobile Users Abandoning Retail Stores

Rising online sales through mobile devices are prompting retailers to change the way they promote holiday sales.

Has Black Friday Come Early For These 4 Retailers?

Earnings were mixed for 4 retailers who are looking to the holiday season for big numbers. Keep an eye on these 4 as the season goes forward

TGT – 3 Reasons Target Earnings Could Suck

Analysts are expecting Target earnings to fall 22% year-over-year. Here's why Thursday's report might suck and and why TGT stock could slide.

WMT – Watch Out For a Falling Stock Price at Wal-Mart

Wal-Mart is struggling with growth, as both top and bottom lines have stalled. In fact, Wal-Mart stock is also struggling, and I have it rated as a sell

5 Investment Bubbles That Are About to Pop

If you’re worried things might be overbought or you’re simply looking to avoid risky areas, steer clear of these five bubble investments.

VIPS – China’s Vipshop a Portfolio Buy Right Now

China-based retailer Vipshop provided forward guidance for analysts that suggest strong growth ahead. We've rated this company and A-rated buy

BBY – Best Buy An Excellent Holiday Stock(-ing Stuffer)

After some big changes to the company, Best Buy is on a tear, and makes for an interesting and profitable investment

WMT – Why Wal-Mart Needs A Price Check

Wal-Mart's earnings and revenue growth is anemic, and despite hoping for a big Black Friday, this is one stock to sell right now

RL – Take Ralph Lauren Off Your Investment Portfolio Shelf

Ralph Lauren stock is sending sell signals as it struggles with lower revenue and profits

3 Restaurant Stocks Ready to Fizzle

These 3 restaurant stocks are ripe to sell before earnings releases during the coming week.

Walmart Offers Online Holiday Deals a Month Early

Walmart is offering a number of Black Friday-style deals on its digital storefront on November 1.

3 Retail Stocks With Surprising Revivals

Retail stocks RadioShack (RSH), Sears (SHLD) and Staples (SPLS) have been revived during the year ... but it's questionable just what investors see in them.

BBY: Could We See a Quadrupler in Best Buy Stock?

Best Buy stock is the Wall Street turnaround story of the year, and I think a recent BBY price target predicting $50 a share is reachable by year's end.

Papa John’s Probed for Paying Workers Less Than Minimum Wage

Papa John's restaurants are being investigated over the wages paid to delivery staff in New York.

Ruby Tuesday Is a Sell After Weak Earnings

Ruby Tuesday earnings disappointed investors and the stock looks to be breaking out of a bearish pattern -- meaning more downside is likely.

Walmart’s Joint Venture in India Comes to a Close

Walmart has ended its partnership with Bharti Enterprises and will take total control of its Indian wholesale chain.

Sears Sells Off Its Most Profitable Stores

Sears is reportedly selling off a small number of profitable locations in order to raise needed cash.

Use Any JCP Jumps to Sell JCPenney Stock NOW

Don't be fooled by Tuesday's brief bout of optimism in JCP stock. JCPenney still faces a huge uphill climb to regain its losses, customers and dignity.