Retail store industry

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Most department store chains in the US had lower same-store sales than what was expected for the 4th qtr of fiscal 1997, with lower women's clothing sales as one of the primary factors. However, discount store chains, such as Family Dollar Stores Inc and Dollar General Corp, expanded their relative shares of the market. Investors need to consider individual stocks as this industry does not have attractive potential through the years 2000-2002.

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Retail store industry

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Increased sales of women's sportswear have allowed most department store chains to improve same-store sales in 1997 and 1998, and overall net share is expected to advance through 2001-2003 for a variety of factors. Discount store market share and earnings are also expected to increase, especially at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Retail industry stocks have outperformed the market since 1995, but they are not attractive for the next three to five years.

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Retail store industry

Article Abstract:

Specialty niche marketing, lower prices for apparel, and expansion are leading to year-to-year declines or slower earnings growth for retailers in 1995. Same-store sales have been weak throughout the year with competition for consumer spending from computers, automobiles, and other large items. Consolidation in the retail industry is also increasing. Few stocks in this industry are of interest to investors in 1995 and 1996.

Economic aspects, Caldor Corp., CLD, Mac Frugal's Bargains - Close-outs Inc., DDS, MFI, ZMTW

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