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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

5 Reasons Michael Kors Keeps Killing It

Michael Kors stock headed higher Tuesday on yet another boffo earnings blowout. Here's a look at what everyone is loving about KORS right now.

The 5-Letter Word Taking Over the Fast-Food World

The newest, hottest word in fast-food marketing is "fresh" -- even though there's no set way to determine whether products really are fresh.

Should I Buy Wendy’s? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Wendy's is getting some love today on the heels of a bullish write-up. And well it should -- the fast-food chain's turnaround looks good, and its dividend looks delicious.

Monday Apple Rumors: Curved Glass Apple Smartwatch Coming

Apple is developing a curved glass iOS-running wristwatch; Tim Cook opposed Samsung lawsuit while COO; and Home Depot drops Blackberry for iOS devices.

Ex-Walgreen Exec to Become RadioShack’s New CEO

Radioshack announced that Joseph C. Magnacca, formerly a vice president at Walgreen, would become its newest CEO next week.

5 Valentine’s Day Stocks to Love or Leave

These five stocks cater to the romantics in the crowd, but don't think the ramped-up business around Valentine's Day will make all of them sizzle.

Home Depot to Hire 80,000 Seasonal Workers

Home Depot plans to hire 80,000 seasonal workers this spring, 10,000 more than last year, to meet expected seasonal demand.

Ouya Game Console Preorders Start Today

The Android-based and Kickstarter-funded game console, OUYA, is beginning to accept preorders today.

Walmart’s Charts Look Shaky

Bearish signals are starting to mount for Walmart, and a big move lower could be in the cards -- not just for the stock, but a WMT-heavy ETF.

Monday Apple Rumors: iTunes Dominates Online Movie Rentals

iTunes holds 45% of the online movie and TV show rental market; Apple may be planning iOS and OS X interface overhaul; Apple in talks with Turkey over iPad buy.

Wasn’t Amazon Supposed to Kill the Mall?

The majority of retail sales still happen in the real world, where mall operator Simon Property is grabbing plenty of them.

Yum’s Chinese Chicken Problem Is Overblown

Investors might be overly concerned that Yum Brands' use of "45-day chicken" in its Chinese locations will significantly hamper the company.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Siri Support Coming to 2013 Hondas

Honda will integrate Siri support into 2013 Accords and Acuras; Apple will stop European sales of the Mac Pro; and Apple's share of tablet shipments dips.

Facebook Is Testing New Kind of Status Update

Facebook is testing visual status updates that will allow users to share specific activities, media content, and feelings.

The Most Interesting Stock Charts for February

The energy and apparel retail sectors could hold some sweet buying opportunities, but the charts are flashing a danger sign for gold stocks.

Johnson, JCPenney Finally Stumble Into the Right Decision

CEO Ron Johnson finally righted a wrong by returning sales to JCPenney. But can the harm be undone?

Buy Jos. A. Bank While It’s On Sale

The menswear retailer's stock dropped 15% on bad earnings news. That makes now a good time to bag a performer with promise at a bargain price.

3 Retail Stocks Climbing Before Earnings

Michael Kors, Fossil and Abercrombie & Fitch are all slated to report in mid-February -- and have all been soaring of late. Here's what you need to know.

J.C. Penney Brings Back Sales to Win Back Customers

Struggling retailer J.C. Penney is bringing back targeted sales, partially reversing CEO Ron Johnson's "no discounts" policy.