Analyzing Alibaba’s Fundamentals
On December 19, Alibaba (BABA) stock opened at $140.75 and closed at $137.14, posting an average volume of 27.24 million.
Retail & Wholesale
Market Realist tracks the latest news on stock performance, acquisitions, and earnings in the retail and wholesale sectors.
Can China Manage Growth without Fueling a Debt Crisis?
While there is no denying that China (FXI) needs stimulus measures to kickstart its slowing economy, any propping up needs to be done in a way to avoid another debt-fueled crisis.
Facebook Objects to Startups Using Similar Names
Facebook had to deal with its own infringement case brought against it by a company named Timeline in 2011. The matter was settled out of court, however, and dismissed in 2013.Consumer Chilton Investment Company buys stake in TransDigm in 4Q13
Chilton started a new position in aerospace engineering company TransDigm Group Inc. (TDG) that accounts for 0.76% of the fund’s fourth quarter portfolio.
Farallon Capital sells stake in Yahoo!
Farallon Capital Management sold its position in Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO) during the third quarter. The stock accounted for 3.39% of the fund’s total 2Q14 portfolio.
Will Kroger’s Strong Performance Continue in 3Q16?
Wall Street analysts predicted a 13.3% YoY rise in Kroger’s earnings in 3Q16, going to $0.39 from $0.35 in 3Q15. Sales for fiscal 1H16 stood at $58.5 billion.
Inside Lowe’s Analyst Expectations for Revenue over the Next Four Quarters
For the next four quarters, analysts are expecting Lowe’s to post revenue of $68.9 billion—a growth of 3.4% over its ~$66.6 billion from the last four quarters.
How AutoZone’s DIY Segment Performed in Fiscal Q4 2018
In the second half of fiscal 2018, AutoZone’s management decided to discontinue aggressive promotional discounts for its ship-to-home sales.
Analysts Expect Costco to Sustain Sales Growth Momentum in 2019
Costco (COST) impressed investors with its sales growth rate in fiscal 2018.
Home Depot on the Street: How the Analysts Are Leaning
As of April 27, 2017, analysts are expecting Home Depot’s stock price to touch $156.4 in the next 12 months, which represents a return potential of 0.2%.
Revisiting PayPal–Amazon Payment Partnership Talks
PayPal’s (PYPL) chief financial officer, John Rainey, mentioned partnering with Amazon (AMZN) during a recent Credit Suisse technology event. He didn’t clarify whether the companies were still in active talks.
What Are Lowe’s Supply Chain and Inventory Management Policies?
Lowe’s inventory turnover came in at 4.1x in fiscal 2015 compared to 4.9x for Home Depot (HD).
How Does Lowe’s E-Commerce Performance Compare to Rivals?
Lowe’s (LOW) derived about 2.5% of its sales from the e-commerce channel, or an estimated $1.4 billion, in fiscal 2015.
Macy’s Stock: Why Most Analysts Recommend a ‘Hold’
Today at 7:09 AM ET, Macy’s (NYSE:M) stock rose 8% to $6.65 in the pre-market session. The shares rose due to positive developments.
Macy’s Investors Disappointed in 2015: Stock Falls More Than 46%
Macy’s (M) stock price has fallen a whopping 46.7% this year. On December 21, 2015, Macy’s share price fell to $35.02. It touched its 52-week low of $34.50 on December 17.
Can Under Armour’s Growth Model Cope With These Threats?
Key threats to the company include higher labor costs and greater regulation. After the Bangladesh factory tragedy, stricter regulations can be expected.
Investing in CBD? Real Brands Is Making Big Moves
The CBD market is growing, and acquisitions are heating up. Real Brands is a top, under-the-radar investment candidate that should be on your radar.
Comparing Macy’s Valuations to Its Peers’
In this article, we’ll use the 12-month forward PE (price-to-earnings) ratio to assess Macy’s current valuation and compare it with its peers’.
Behind NVIDIA’s Record Fiscal 3Q18
NVIDIA’s revenues of $2.6 billion represented a quarterly top-line record. The revenue figure rose 32% year-over-year and topped the consensus estimate by ~$280.0 million.
American Express: Opportunities Abound in a Challenging Market
Co-branding relationships are an important part of the American Express business model. The costs of renewing and extending these relationships is increasing.
Why Is Amazon Opening Physical Bookstores?
According to PricewaterhouseCoopers, the global book market could grow to $121.1 billion by 2020, up from $114.8 billion in 2016.
Investment-Grade Corporate Bonds’ Issuance Fell Last Week
Investment-grade corporate bonds worth $28.8 billion were issued in the primary market in the week to May 27, 2016.
How PayPal Won Alibaba’s Business
PayPal (PYPL) has partnered with AliExpress, a marketplace owned by Alibaba (BABA). PayPal is helping merchants on AliExpress accept payment from international consumers.
Morgan Stanley Rated Carter’s as ‘Overweight’
On January 25, 2017, Morgan Stanley initiated the coverage of Carter’s with “overweight” rating. It set the stock’s price target at $103.0 per share.
Walmex – Walmart’s Recent Initiatives In Mexico
Walmex also looking at higher sales through the e-commerce channel. It launched e-commerce in Mexico in 2013. The growth has been moderate.
American Airlines gets significantly lower position in Appaloosa
Appaloosa Management significantly lowered its position in American Airlines (AAL) in the third quarter that ended in September 2014. The position accounts for 3.81% of the fund’s total third-quarter portfolio.
Must-know update: DE Shaw increases its position in Sears Holdings
DE Shaw increased its position in specialty retailer Sears Holdings (SHLD) from 0.01% to 0.07% in 4Q 2013.
Why Walmart and Target Saw Same-Store Sales Growth in 3Q16
Same-store sales growth came in at 1.5% in 3Q16 for Walmart US compared to 0.4% in 3Q15. Target’s (TGT) same-store sales grew 1.9% in 3Q16, driven by both higher traffic and transaction size.
TFM: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats
In this part of the series, we’ll conduct a SWOT (strength, weakness, opportunity, and threat) analysis for The Fresh Market (TFM).
What’s at Stake as JD and Farfetch Merge Operations?
JD.com (JD) has teamed up with Farfetch (FTCH) to help sell luxury brands in China, giving JD customers access to over 3,000 luxury brands.
Inside Groupon International: After the Restructuring
After an unsuccessful international expansion, Groupon (GRPN) has pulled out of overseas markets to pursue a narrowed strategic focus on North America.
Porter’s Five Forces Analysis for the US Grocery Industry
Developed by Harvard Business School professor Michael E. Porter, Porter’s Five Forces Model is used for assessing the nature of competition and attractiveness of an industry.
Why Druckenmiller Is Optimistic about Chinese Consumer Stocks
Druckenmiller’s firm bought 710,200 shares of Alibaba (BABA) in 2Q17. The holding accounted for nearly 5.4% of the firm’s portfolio in 2Q17.
Why Is Walmart Changing Its Name?
Walmart (WMT) is editing its corporate name. The retailer wants to be known simply as Walmart Inc., not Wal-Mart Store Inc. as it is currently legally known.
Post-Q3 2018 Results, Is NIO Stock a Better Buy than Tesla?
NIO (NIO) stock has been highly volatile since its listing on the New York Stock Exchange in September.
Why Online Sales Are A Competitive Advantage For Staples
The growth in ODP and OMX’s combined sales fell—compared to Staples. They were ~143% of SPLS’s sales in 2007. This is just over $8 billion. That fell to $7.3 billion in 2013.
Costco on the Street: Analyst Recommendations
Of the 32 analysts covering Costco (COST), 69.0% have rated the stock as a “buy” as of April 5. The stock has been rated as a “hold” by 31% of these analysts.
Why Lowe’s Is Trying Hard to Woo Professional Customers
A professional customer is one who’s looking for products to complete projects for other customers.
An Analysis of the Guggenheim China Technology ETF (CQQQ)
The Guggenheim China Technology ETF (CQQQ) is a passive fund that looks to replicate the AlphaShares China Technology Index.
Home Depot: Margins Up on Higher Sales, Lower Expenses
Home Depot’s margins are ahead of those reported by the number-two home improvement (XHB) (ITB) retailer, Lowe’s (LOW), over the past twelve months.
Why China Matters in the Long Run
China matters in the long run—and not just for investors in the country’s equity markets. Slack in the Chinese economy could affect the global economy (FAM) in a big way.
A Porter’s Five Forces Analysis for Whole Foods after Fiscal 2015
Competitive rivalry is extremely strong in the organic and natural food industry. More companies are entering and expanding their presence in the industry.
Is eBay’s Active Buyer Base Expanding?
At the end of 2Q17, eBay had 171 million active buyers. The company describes an active buyer as one who successfully closed a transaction on its platforms within the trailing 12 months.
TJX Companies: Pricing Strategy Benefits US Sales in 2Q16
In the first six months of fiscal 2016, HomeGoods accounted for 12.2% of the consolidated net sales of TJX Companies. That’s up from 11.2% in the comparable period of the previous year.
How Did the Fidelity China Region Fund Class C Perform in August?
The Fidelity China Region Fund Class C (FHKCX) aims to achieve long-term capital growth.
An Overview of US Gas Stations with Convenience Stores
Casey’s, as per the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), falls under the sub-category of gas stations with convenience stores.
Office Supplies Retail: Regulation, Competition, And Consolidation
There aren’t many large brick-and-mortar players left in the market. The industry faced stiff competition from online retailers like Amazon (AMZN).
Is Alibaba Harming US Businesses?
Alibaba’s (BABA) war on fake goods on its marketplaces has been widely criticized as being weak or lacking direction.
State of the Jewelry Industry in 2015: Growth and Challenges
Trends shaping the jewelry industry include Increasing demand for branded jewelry and an increased focus on e-commerce sales.
Why Tiffany Stock Plunged
Tiffany (TIF) disappointed investors with its comparable-store sales numbers in 1Q17. After results were announced, the company’s stock plunged ~9%.