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Dollar General is Carving Out a Niche in the Retail Space
by Zacks Equity Research
In order to increase traffic, Dollar General (DG) has been focusing on both consumables and discretionary categories.
Should You Buy Costco (COST) Stock Ahead of Q4 Earnings?
by Benjamin Rains
Costco (COST) shares have climbed over 12% during the last three months as the big-box retail powerhouse continues to impress with its e-commerce push and strong overall sales growth. So, should investors consider buying Costco stock ahead of the firm's Q4 earnings release Thursday?
Target's (TGT) Omni-channel & Restock Program to Fuel Sales
by Zacks Equity Research
Targets (TGT) made significant headway further in the same-day delivery race by acquiring Internet-based grocery delivery service Shipt
Costco (COST) Q4 Earnings: Solid Comps Run a Key Factor
by Zacks Equity Research
Costco (COST) continues to be one of the dominant retail wholesalers based on the breadth and quality of merchandise offered.
TGT or COST: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
by Zacks Equity Research
TGT vs. COST: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Cigna, First Solar, Stitch Fix, Pepsico and Costco Wholesale highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
by Zacks Equity Research
Cigna, First Solar, Stitch Fix, Pepsico and Costco Wholesale highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
JPMorgan, Pepsi, Lennar, Costco and Constellation Brands are part of Zacks Earnings Preview
by Zacks Equity Research
JPMorgan, Pepsi, Lennar, Costco and Constellation Brands are part of Zacks Earnings Preview
Upcoming Earnings to Watch: SFIX, PEP, COST
by Ryan McQueeney
U.S. stocks are on track to finish the week basically flat, as rate hike and trade war uncertainty gave way to positive economic data amid the drama on Capitol Hill. Can earnings reports help the stock move higher? Let's take a closer look at a few of the market's major reports due during the week of October 1.
Has the Earnings Picture Started Weakening?
by Sheraz Mian
A big part of the positive revisions over the last two quarters was due to the direct impact of the tax cuts. With that issue now behind us, the revisions trend appears to be moving back to how it has behaved over the last few years.
Costco (COST) Q4 Earnings Preview: What's Shaping Up?
by Zacks Equity Research
Costco (COST) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
New Marijuana Stocks? & Earnings from ORCL and FDX | Free Lunch
by Ryan McQueeney
Ryan McQueeney touches on the trade war's latest tariff threats and a key FDA approval for Teva Pharmaceuticals. He also highlights two surprising companies which might have a chance to profit from the marijuana boom. Later, Ryan previews Oracle and FedEx's earnings reports.
Costco (COST) Takes Lead, Stays Ahead of Industry in 6 Months
by Zacks Equity Research
In the evolving retail ecosystem, Costco (COST) has been able to create a niche for itself on the back of growth strategies.
Target (TGT) Gears Up for Holiday Season, Hires 1,20,000
by Zacks Equity Research
Target (TGT) intends to hire around 1,20,000 seasonal workers to make most of the upcoming holiday season.
Target Boosts Holiday Hires: Now Might Be Time to Buy TGT Stock
by Benjamin Rains
Target (TGT) announced Thursday that it is set to hire 20% more seasonal workers during the upcoming holiday shopping period, with a sizeable amount dedicated to online order fulfillment. Target, along with Walmart (WMT) and other retail powers are coming off a strong second quarter. Now, TGT stock looks like it might be worth buying ahead of what could be a big holiday shopping season.
TGT vs. COST: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
by Zacks Equity Research
TGT vs. COST: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
PriceSmart (PSMT) Reports a 4.4% Sales Uptick in August
by Zacks Equity Research
PriceSmart (PSMT) is witnessing decent sales performance. Net merchandise sales rose 4.4% in August 2018.
Is Costco Wholesale (COST) Stock Outpacing Its Retail-Wholesale Peers This Year?
by Zacks Equity Research
Is (COST) Outperforming Other Retail-Wholesale Stocks This Year?
Top Stock Reports for Merck, PepsiCo & 3M
by Mark Vickery
Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Merck (MRK), PepsiCo (PEP) and 3M (MMM).
Retail Discount Stores Outlook: Sales Picture Upbeat
by Zacks Equity Research
Certainly, discount retailers have succeeded in creating a niche despite the rising popularity of online retailers that has compelled many traditional operators to make an exit.
Costco's Stellar Comps Run & Price Management to Fuel Sales
by Zacks Equity Research
These helped Costco (COST) to continue with its impressive comparable sales run. Notably, comps for the month of August rose 9.2%.
Time to Buy Costco (COST) Stock As Sales Surge & E-Commerce Shines?
by Benjamin Rains
Shares of Costco (COST) surged to a new high Friday morning after it released August and fiscal year sales figures that highlighted the retail powerhouse's growing e-commerce business. So let's take a look at what investors should make of Costco stock as it thrives amid increased competition from Walmart (WMT), Target (TGT), and Amazon (AMZN).
John Wiley & Sons (JW.A) Q1 Earnings: What's in Store?
by Zacks Equity Research
John Wiley & Sons (JW.A) undertaking plans to realign cost structure and reinvest in areas with growth potential. However, soft performance at its Publishing segment remains a woe.
Five Below (FIVE) Q2 Earnings: Will the Momentum Sustain?
by Zacks Equity Research
Five Below's (FIVE) commitment toward enhancement of digital and e-commerce channels, store openings and marketing efforts bode well for the stock.
Amazon Hits $1 Trillion Valuation: AMZN Stock Remains a Strong Buy
by Benjamin Rains
Shares of Amazon (AMZN) popped nearly 2% in midday trading Tuesday to lift the e-commerce powerhouse to over $1 trillion in market value. Amazon joined Apple (AAPL) as just the second publicly listed U.S. company to join the trillion-dollar club. On top of this splashy news, Amazon stock still looks like a strong buy at its new high.
Ollie's Bargain (OLLI) Q2 Earnings: Will the Momentum Stay?
by Zacks Equity Research
Ollie's Bargain's (OLLI) business model of "buying cheap and selling cheap", cost-containment efforts and sturdy comparable-store sales performance fortify its position.