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Retail earnings: Q1 2023 recovery check
Retail sales in the U.S. surged by 0.6% in February, exceeding expectations, with Bank of America analysts predicting an even stronger print. Target (TGT) and TJX Companies (TJX) reported robust Q4 earnings, with Target's adjusted EPS beating consensus by 13% and TJX's revenue surpassing $60 billion for the first time. Meanwhile, Gap (GPS) shares rebounded after an initial earnings slide, and Costco (COST) stock rose 16% in 2023 despite broader market sell-offs.
The strong retail sales data and positive earnings reports from key players like Target and TJX have driven optimism in the retail sector. This has led to a resurgence in retail ETFs, with the SPDR S&P Retail ETF (XRT) up 17% year-to-date. However, the broader market remains tethered to energy markets and tech valuations, keeping the retail sector's performance somewhat independent.
Investors should watch for March retail sales data, due mid-April, to confirm the trend of strengthening consumer spending. Additionally, upcoming earnings from Walmart (WMT) and Home Depot (HD) in mid-May will provide further insight into the health of the retail sector, as these companies account for a significant portion of retail sales.
Retail sales in the U.S. surged by 0.6% in February, exceeding expectations, with Bank of America analysts predicting an even stronger print. Target (TGT) and TJX Companies (TJX) reported robust Q4 earnings, with Target's adjusted EPS beating consensus by 13% and TJX's revenue surpassing $60 billion for the first time. Meanwhile, Gap (GPS) shares rebounded after an initial earnings slide, and Costco (COST) stock rose 16% in 2023 despite broader market sell-offs.
The strong retail sales data and positive earnings reports from key players like Target and TJX have driven optimism in the retail sector. This has led to a resurgence in retail ETFs, with the SPDR S&P Retail ETF (XRT) up 17% year-to-date. However, the broader market remains tethered to energy markets and tech valuations, keeping the retail sector's performance somewhat independent.
Investors should watch for March retail sales data, due mid-April, to confirm the trend of strengthening consumer spending. Additionally, upcoming earnings from Walmart (WMT) and Home Depot (HD) in mid-May will provide further insight into the health of the retail sector, as these companies account for a significant portion of retail sales.
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