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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

Is BBBY’s Meltdown a Preview for Dick’s?

Amazon has sucked the life out of numerous retailers -- just look at Bed Bath & Beyond -- and Dick’s Sporting Goods could be next.

J.C. Penney Stock On Sale to Investors

J.C. Penney is struggling to get their new pricing message across, and the end result is an unexpected management shakeup that still may not work. Sell JCP

Burger King Stock Is Back — WITHOUT an IPO

Burger King is back in the public markets once more -- minus the IPO. Private equity still will make its money, but what should investors expect?

PetSmart: A ‘Best in Show’ Stock Buy

PetSmart continues to grow, and with strong results remains a solid buy for your portfolio

A Great Day Above the Surface — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

Microsoft's Surface announcement buoyed tech stocks and banks floated higher on Fed hopes, helping the broader markets to another day in the black.

Barnes & Noble Drops on Earnings, Surface

Barnes & Noble headed south Tuesday as the company reported disappointing Q4 earnings a day after Microsoft announced it was flying solo on a new tablet.

Costco Takes Control of Its Mexico Operations

It's buying the 50% it doesn't already own. The move is a win-win for several reasons.

Krispy Kreme No Longer a Sweet Treat

Krispy Kreme is a steady performer but with a lack of buying pressure in the stock it rates a sell signal for our portfolio.

Safeway to Introduce Its Own K-Cup Coffees

Safeway will offer its branded coffees in K-Cup containers for Keurig single-serving coffee brewing machine from Green Moutain Coffee Roasters.

Pier 1 Imports: Q1 Profits, Outlook Up

Home furnishings retailer Pier 1 Imports said it earned $17.8 million during its fiscal first quarter, up 26% from $14 million during the same time last year

Home Depot Cuts 3,000+ Product Prices Because …

Thanks to last year's cap on debit-swipe fees, Home Depot has had lower operating costs, which has translated to lower prices for consumers.

The Growth Stock You’ve Never Heard Of

Francesca's is growing fast and throwing off lots of cash. Somehow, this women's boutique retailer amassed a billion-dollar market cap without many noticing.

Michael Kors Bucks Consumer Spending Trend

The luxury retailer is flying high where others are stumbling badly. Despite slumping overall retail sales, it shows that high-end consumers are still spending.

The End of the American Consumer? Not a Chance!

Today's retail sales numbers look bad, but a look behind the numbers shows some strength in consumer spending, particularly in these stores

Retail Sales Point to Slower Economic Growth

Cheaper gas isn't enough to get consumers spending elsewhere. But a worse sign is the overall trend of weaker-than-expected key economic reports.

Solar Flare Sparks Markets — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

A new deal for First Solar helped lift the solar sector and joined a broader market march forward Tuesday.

3 Dollar Stores Make a Long Trip Worthwhile

Dollar Tree, Dollar General and Family Dollar are all providing solid investor returns as cash-strapped consumers search for discounts.

Under Armour Stock Split a Performance Boost to Investors

Performance apparel maker Under Armour will split its stock for the first time in corporate history. Here's what it means to shareholders.

Dollar General and Lululemon Earnings Rundown

Dollar General and Lululemon Athletica both posted strong top and bottom line results for the past quarter, and are rated as buys for our blue chip buyers