Bogged Down by Volatility? Count On 5 Low Beta Stocks
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Aug 03, 7:21AM CDT
It's best to create a portfolio of low-risk stocks that are inherently less volatile than the markets they trade in. This makes them safer options any day.
BGS: 50.29 (-0.38), DGI: 26.91 (+0.03), PLCE: 79.80 (-0.40), RIC: 10.75 (-0.44), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
Zacks.com featured highlights: HNI, United Rentals, Burlington Stores, Celestica and MKS Instruments
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Aug 01, 8:30AM CDT
Zacks.com featured highlights: HNI, United Rentals, Burlington Stores, Celestica and MKS Instruments
CLS: 11.17 (+0.09), HNI: 52.45 (+0.20), MKSI: 45.68 (+0.46), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01), URI: 76.60 (+1.28)
5 Stocks with Notable Relative Price Strength to Buy Now
Nilanjan Choudhury - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 29, 7:14AM CDT
We ran a screen to select the top 5 stocks with solid relative price strength you want to have.
CLS: 11.17 (+0.09), HNI: 52.45 (+0.20), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01), MKSI: 45.68 (+0.46), URI: 76.60 (+1.28)
Ross Stores (ROST) Expands: Opens 31 Outlets in 2 Months
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Jul 19, 6:39AM CDT
Ross Stores (ROST) remains on track with its store expansion program.
DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01), BIG: 52.47 (+1.29), ROST: 61.32 (+0.64)
Shares of Burlington Stores (BURL) Close Higher Monday On Increased Forecast
Adam Clark - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Jul 18, 4:55PM CDT
Shares of Burlington Stores (BURL) closed more than 8.5% higher Monday after the company increased its forecast for earnings per share and comparable-stores sales growth for the second quarter ending 7/2016.
BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
Wal-Mart (WMT) to Open New Sam's Club Store in Columbia
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Jul 18, 8:04AM CDT
In order to drive sales, retail giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) is set to open its latest Sam's Club store in north east Columbia.
AMZN: 754.64 (-5.94), WMT: 72.94 (-0.19), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
3 Stocks To Buy On A Strong Retail Sales Growth Report
Adam Clark - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 15, 12:25PM CDT
The US Commerce Department released retail sales figures for June, which showed solid month to month and year over year growth. The 3 stocks we've picked here have already had great years, and could finish 2016 even higher if consumer spending continues to increase.
AEO: 18.02 (+0.08), WMT: 72.94 (-0.19), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: NuVasive, Apogee Enterprises, Burlington Stores, Newfield Exploration and Saratoga Investment
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 15, 8:30AM CDT
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: NuVasive, Apogee Enterprises, Burlington Stores, Newfield Exploration and Saratoga Investment
NFX: 44.66 (+3.11), SAR: 17.04 (+0.13), APOG: 46.94 (+0.80), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01), NUVA: 62.76 (+0.13)
Dollar General (DG) Forges Ahead: Be Part of the Rally
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 15, 7:51AM CDT
We believe that Dollar General (DG) offers a sound investment opportunity, as evident from its VGM Score of "A".
WMT: 72.94 (-0.19), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01), ULTA: 258.91 (+1.93)
Buy 5 Momentum Picks That Brokers Love
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Jul 14, 3:35PM CDT
When sustainable development is a matter of question, the ideal investment strategy is to go for momentum stocks.
NFX: 44.66 (+3.11), SAR: 17.04 (+0.13), APOG: 46.94 (+0.80), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01), NUVA: 62.76 (+0.13)
5 Retail Growth Stocks Marching Ahead of the Market
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Jul 14, 7:11AM CDT
A glance at the real-time stock screen unveils that investors have downplayed Brexit-related fears. These stocks have gained over 10% year to date and outperformed the major indices.
DLTR: 96.77 (+0.54), PLCE: 79.80 (-0.40), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01), ULTA: 258.91 (+1.93)
Big Lots (BIG) on Fire: What is Driving the Stock Higher?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Jul 14, 7:02AM CDT
Shares of Big Lots Inc. (BIG) have surged more than 42% in the past six months, buoyed by back-to-back positive earnings surprises and positive comparable-store sales (comps) for nine consecutive quarters.
DLTR: 96.77 (+0.54), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01), BIG: 52.47 (+1.29)
Dollar Tree (DLTR) Looks Solid: What is Driving the Stock?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jul 13, 6:38AM CDT
We suggest investing in Dollar Tree (DLTR), which has seen its stock price surge 22.3% year to date.
DLTR: 96.77 (+0.54), TUES: 7.68 (+0.32), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
Kroger (KR) on Growth Track, Exhibits Operational Strength
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jul 13, 5:36AM CDT
A dominant position among the nation's largest grocery retailers enables Kroger (KR) to sustain growth in both top and bottom lines.
KR: 33.20 (+0.59), WMT: 72.94 (-0.19), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
Wal-Mart Set to Take the Shine Off Amazon's Prime Day Sale
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Jul 12, 8:52AM CDT
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is reportedly gearing up for its massive sale offering on all online orders, just a day ahead of Amazon.com, Inc. 's (AMZN) second Prime Day celebrations.
AMZN: 754.64 (-5.94), WMT: 72.94 (-0.19), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
Fred's (FRED) Comp Sales Hit by Pharmacy Decline in June
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 08, 5:22PM CDT
Fred's Inc. (FRED) made a soft start to the second quarter of fiscal 2016 with comps demonstrating a year-over-year decrease in the first two months of the quarter.
TJX: 80.71 (+0.37), FRED: 14.92 (+0.15), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
Why Costco's (COST) Stock Rallied Post June Sales Results
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 08, 5:59AM CDT
Costco (COST) reported flat comparable-store sales for the month of June. The figure came in ahead of analysts' expectations.
COST: 166.12 (-0.38), WMT: 72.94 (-0.19), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
5 Reasons Why TJX is a Good Choice for Your Portfolio
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Jul 07, 3:25PM CDT
Retailers have had a lukewarm start to fiscal 2016 with many traditional brick-and-mortar operators reporting lower-than-expected results, in spite of the conservative estimates.
TJX: 80.71 (+0.37), FRED: 14.92 (+0.15), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
Costco's Endeavors Bode Well: Are the Hardships Over?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jul 06, 8:43AM CDT
Costco (COST) continues to be one of the dominant retail wholesalers based on the breadth and quality of merchandise offered.
FRED: 14.92 (+0.15), COST: 166.12 (-0.38), DG: 93.77 (+0.61), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)
Kroger (KR) Exhibits Operational Strength: Hold the Stock?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jun 22, 8:00AM CDT
A dominant position among the nation's largest grocery retailers enables Kroger (KR) to sustain growth in both top and bottom lines.
KR: 33.20 (+0.59), FRED: 14.92 (+0.15), WMT: 72.94 (-0.19), BURL: 74.92 (+1.01)