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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

Bears Remain Hungry for YUM

Tuesday’s trading saw more than 7,500 contracts for the March 60-strike put cross the tape. Was a mixed earnings report from McDonald's a factor?

Value to Shoppers Equals Value for Investors

These retailers are doing well because they offer superior products or discounts on quality products. So consumers are spending -- wisely.

McDonald’s Could Be the Apple of Fast Food

Its dominant performance and steady stock climb echo the mighty tech company. An Apple-like breakout moment could be next.

Even With Apple Genius, New J.C. Penney Might Be a Tough Sell

CEO Ron Johnson's "Tar-Mart" strategy, in-store boutiques might further fracture the struggling retailer's brand identity.

Taco Bell to Cook up Breakfast Burritos

Yum Brands' Taco Bell is a late entry to the breakfast rush, but it still hopes "Firstmeal" will draw big and increase its sales.

5 Retail Stocks To Return

Aside from Target, these five retail stocks have not been given anything higher than a "C" in my book for all of 2011.

2 Must-Buy Large-Cap Growth Stocks

These two stocks are not only growing, they are going to give massive returns over the next several years.

McDonald’s: Right Company, Wrong Time

Another earnings beat wasn't enough to lift McDonald's, which is weighed down by a frothy valuation and a 2012 outlook tempering sky-high expectations.

Macy’s Hauls Martha Stewart Into Court

Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia's new deal with J.C. Penney has Macy's in a litigious dither, claiming a violation of its own agreement with Stewart.

How to Turn $1 Into $1.6 Billion

While the goods used to be garbage, dollar stores have significantly improved their wares -- and their stocks are ready for a similar improvement.

Why Goldman Sachs Is Keeping a Close Eye on Sears

The firm and its clients have more than $3.5 billion tied up in Eddie Lampert's hedge fund, which is one Sears's largest investors.

J.C. Penney to Cut Thousands of Jobs

A New York Post report says the struggling retailer will cut thousands of jobs, hitting most of the retailer's 1,200 locations.

Family Dollar Is Bad News for Grocers

Uh oh -- food is becoming a major draw for dollar stores, and they can easily undersell traditional grocers like Safeway.

To Buy or to Short Best Buy?

It's too weak to buy, but too strong to short. Just steer clear of this bricks-and-mortar retailer that will eventually succumb to online competitors.

5 Clothing and Accessories Stocks to Flaunt

These high-class and mid-range clothing and accessory retail stores have seen excellent returns over the past 12 months.

Wednesday Apple Rumors: Clay “iPads” Give New Meaning to the Word Software

Scammers at work: customers at a store in Vancouver bought what they thought were iPads--but turned out to be slabs of modeling clay.

Sears Holdings Jumps on Buyout Rumors

If Lampert takes Sears private, there may be some short-term upside for investors. But as long as he's chairman, the company is unlikely to be so lucky.

Are Urban Outfitters’ Best Days Behind It?

Shares tanked when CEO Glen Senk said he's leaving the super-trendy apparel retailer, but he's part of the problem.

How to Shop in the Topsy-Turvy Retail Sector

The group keeps sending mixed messages, but don't let it confuse you. If you're bullish on the American consumer, these two ETFs are your smartest retail plays.