The recent market sell-off, driven by rising tariff concerns and economic uncertainty, has significantly impacted retail and consumer-facing stocks. While these declines have rattled many investors, they have also created attractive opportunities.
Using Validea’s Guru Stock Screener, we’ve identified a number of quality retail stocks trading at that have declined significantly. Using Validea’s Guru Stock Screener, we screened for stocks that have declined at least 50% (from their 52-week high) and pass at least two of Validea’s Guru Models. Below, we highlight several of these companies across various retail sectors. Click on the company name and ticker to see the Guru Analysis for each one.
Apparel
- Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF): Known for casual clothing; currently about 64% off its 52-week high.
- JJill Inc. (JILL): Specialty women’s apparel retailer with a P/E ratio of 6.5.
- Shoe Carnival Inc. (SCVL): Affordable family footwear retailer, yielding a dividend of 2.8%.
- Carter’s Inc. (CRI): Leading children’s apparel brand, trading at a Price-to-Book ratio of 1.5.
- Genesco Inc. (GCO): Footwear and accessories retailer with a Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.1.
- American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (AEO): Popular youth apparel brand, currently has a dividend yield of 3.6%.
- Foot Locker Inc. (FL): Athletic apparel retailer approximately 63% below its 52-week high.
Discount Stores
- Dollar Tree Inc. (DLTR): Discount variety retailer down about 50% from its 52-week high.
- Kohl’s Corp (KSS): Discount department store chain with an impressive dividend yield of 30.1%.
Footwear
- Steven Madden Ltd. (SHOO): Footwear designer and marketer, currently paying a dividend yield of 3.6%.
- Rocky Brands Inc. (RCKY): Outdoor footwear manufacturer with a dividend yield of 3.9%.
- Deckers Outdoor Corp (DECK): Renowned for brands like UGG, trading roughly 55% below its 52-week high.
Apparel/Accessories
- Oxford Industries Inc. (OXM): Apparel designer, currently about 51% off its 52-week high.
- Victoria’s Secret & Co. (VSCO): Famous lingerie and beauty retailer, trading at a P/E ratio of 8.3.
- Under Armour Inc. (UAA): Performance apparel brand, approximately 55% below its 52-week high.
These stocks offer potential for investors seeking quality companies at deeply discounted prices. Investors should conduct further research and consider their risk tolerance before making investment decisions. Using the Guru Stock Screener, investors can find new investment ideas using specific guru screens, combinations of screens or other factors and fundamentals in an effort to find top stocks and opportunities.