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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

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Dunkin’ Donuts Targets College Crowd With More Shops
Dunkin' Donuts will expand the number of shops it operates at U.S. colleges and universities to a total of 60.
Home Depot To Close Big-Box Stores in China
Slow economic growth in China and perhaps a model not suited for the Chinese moved Home Depot to announce the closing of all its big-box locations in China
Staples May Be Heading Back to Bain
Office supply retailer Staples is being discussed as a possible private buyout candidate and one of the names mentioned is Bain, an original investor
Wal-Mart Asks Computer Makers for Quicker PC Sleep
Wal-Mart is asking computer manufacturers to change the default settings on PCs to increase the speed with which idle machines shut down to save electricity.
Nordstrom Invades Canada
The department store announces the worst kept secret in Canadian retail. Expect big things from its North-of the-Border outpost.
Family Dollar to Settle Overtime Lawsuit for $14M
Family Dollar has negotiated a preliminary deal with 1,700 New York store managers to settle a lawsuit relating to overtime wages for a maximum of $14 million.
McDonalds’ Major Change to Menu Boards
Struggling fast-food chain McDonald's is still trying to lure in calorie-conscious customers -- now by making nutritional information even easier to see.
McDonald’s Sales Rebound; Should You Buy?
McDonald's August same-store sales might have disappointed, but the growth was still encouraging.
Penney’s Free Haircut Ploy: Not So Dumb
Offering free haircuts is a low-cost way to lure shoppers and create some much needed goodwill. It could even be a sign CEO Ron Johnson still has a magic touch.
Toys ‘R’ Us to Launch Children’s Tablet
Toys 'R' Us has announced that it will launch its own child-friendly tablet computer set to hit store shelves on Oct. 21.
J.C. Penney’s Latest: Free Haircuts for Kids!
J.C. Penney has been trying to win back customers and turn things around for some time now, and it's latest attempt comes in an unexpected form: free haircuts.
Target is Still A Dividend Machine
Target is a dividend champion in every sense of the phrase, and with new store initiatives in the cities and in Canada, they will continue to thrive long term
Lululemon Athletica Raises Outlook, Shares Jump
Lululemon Athletica reported adjusted second-quarter earnings that matched predictions, but fell short on earnings, and raised its outlook for the year.
Is Consumer Spending About to EXPLODE?
A new report shows that, after five years of frugality, consumers are ready to stop pinching pennies and start spending their cash again.
Dollar General, We Salute You
DG shook off a lousy spate of news for discount retailers with a blowout Q2 report and full-year forecast, showing again why it's king of the hill.
Francesca’s CEO Departure: Uh Oh
John De Meritt's unexpectedly announced plans to retire by year-end at the ripe old age of 41. It sure looks like a red flag for the booming company.
A Danger Sign at Lululemon?
Hoping to scare off further copycats, Lululemon is playing hardball with Calvin Klein. But its lawsuit could backfire.
Wal-Mart Is Still a Dividend Stock Worth Owning
Wal-Mart is one of the dividend kings in the market, with continued stock increases and a business model that continues to thrive.