The TJX Companies, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an off-price apparel and home fashions retailer in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. It operates through four segments: Marmaxx, HomeGoods, TJX Canada, and TJX International. The company sells family apparel, including footwear and accessories; home fashions, such as home basics, furniture, rugs, lighting products, giftware, soft home products, decorative accessories, tabletop, and cookware, as well as expanded pet, and gourmet food departments; jewelry and accessories; and other merchandise. It offers its products through stores and e-commerce sites. The TJX Companies, Inc. was incorporated in 1962 and is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.

TJX Companies демонстрирует сильные финансовые показатели, включая высокие значения ROE, ROA и прибыли, которые значительно превышают медианные значения по отрасли. Однако, мультипликаторы, такие как P/E и P/B, указывают на возможную переоцененность компании, что вызывает определенные опасения. Дивидендная доходность, хотя и стабильная, показывает некоторый спад, что также может негативно сказаться на привлечении инвесторов. Уровень долговой нагрузки остается низким, что говорит о финансовой устойчивости. Тем не менее, текущие и быстрые коэффициенты ниже медианных значений, что указывает на возможные риски ликвидности. В целом, несмотря на положительные тренды в росте выручки и прибыли, высокая оценка по мультипликаторам и слабая ликвидность могут ограничить потенциал роста акций в будущем.

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Key Points
Both companies operate retail outlets instantly familiar to millions of shoppers.
Also, the two did relatively well in their latest reported fiscal years.
As consumers, we regularly hand over money to retailers in this country. Yet there are selected companies in the sector that turn this relationship around by paying folks to own them.
I'm talking, of course, about shareholder dividends. Last month, two famous and long-standing operators in the sector, Macy's (NYSE: M) and TJ Maxx and Marshalls owner TJX Companies (NYSE: TJX), announced dividend raises. Both hikes were substantial, so they're worth diving into a bit to determine whether they support the buy case for the two retail stocks. Here's what I think.
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1. Macy's
In advance of its latest earnings release, Macy's declared its dividend raise. The company said its investor payout would be getting a 5% enhancement, for a new quarterly total of just over $0.19 per share.
Macy's is a leaner operation these days because it's been pursuing its "bold new chapter" strategy. The plan is to reduce the company's footprint by selling off chunks of its considerable (and often quite valuable) real estate holdings. The program seems to be closer to the end than the beginning, as fewer transactions were recorded in the company's fiscal 2025. With that, the gains from such sales tumbled to $3 million from fiscal 2024's $41 million.
A shrinking footprint means fewer stores to collect revenue. Not surprisingly, the company's net sales slumped in fiscal 2025 compared with 2024, though not by a scary amount (2.4% to $21.8 billion). In a more encouraging development, comparable sales, a key metric in the retail trade, ticked up 1.5%. That represented a return to annual growth for the company.
The company was also well in the black on the bottom line for the year, although net income not under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) fell by 14% to $643 million ($2.32 per share).
On a negative note, guidance wasn't impressive, with the company forecasting a dip in fiscal 2026 revenue to $21.4 billion to under $21.7 billion, and "comps" ranging from a decline of 0.5% to a gain of 0.5% on the previous year's figure. Per share, adjusted net income should land at $1.90 to $2.10 per share.
That, to me, is telling. It seems that even a leaner and more focused Macy's will still have an uphill climb as a traditional retailer in a world swarming with aggressive online competitors. While I admire the improvements the company has made, I'd pass on the stock.
Macy's raised dividend was dispensed on April 1 to investors of record as of March 13. It yields a relatively generous 4.2% at the most recent closing price, which places it in high-yield dividend territory.
2. TJX Companies
A retail stock that looks more appealing is discount specialist TJX. One well-liked item the company hasn't been marking down is its quarterly distribution -- at the end of March, the company announced no less than a 13% dividend raise, pushing up the per-share payout to $0.48. The company didn't hesitate to add that this is its 29th dividend raise in the last 30 years.
TJX's announcement came more than a month after the company's fourth-quarter and full-year earnings release, which covered its fiscal 2026. Comparable sales saw a pleasant 5% lift that year, helping net sales grow by 7% over fiscal 2025 to nearly $60.4 billion. GAAP net income experienced a more pronounced lift, rising by 13% to almost $5.5 billion ($4.87 per share).
Challenges such as tariffs and inflation were foremost in the American consumer's mind last year, which helped drive business to bargain outlets like those operated by TJX. Though this economy isn't out of the woods yet, management seems to be preparing for a more modest fiscal 2027. It guided for comparable sales growth of only 2% to 3% and per-share net income of $4.93 to $5.02 -- which would be 3% higher year over year at most.
Investors sold out of TJX in the wake of that earnings report, and the guidance was a key reason for this. Although I wouldn't be quite so discouraged, as the company continues to expect some level of growth and our economy could still take some real hits, I don't see a spectacular future for TJX. There are stocks with greater potential elsewhere.
There's still a chance for market players to take advantage of TJX's dividend raise. It kicks in with the next payment, scheduled for June 4, for stockholders of record as of May 14. The $0.48 per share would yield a theoretical 1.2%.
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These 2 Major Retailers Just Declared Dividend Raises. Should You Buy Them Now?

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for Ross Stores (ROST). Shares have added about 3% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
Will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Ross Stores due for a pullback? Well, first let's take a quick look at the most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the recent catalysts for Ross Stores, Inc. before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late.
Ross Stores' Q4 Earnings & Sales Beat Estimates
Ross Stores reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results, with earnings and sales surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Net sales and earnings per share also increased from the prior-year period.
Ross Stores posted earnings of $2.00 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.88 and well above the company’s guidance of $1.77 to $1.85. Excluding a gain of 14 cents per share from the 2024 packaway facility sale, earnings per share rose 21%.
Total sales reached $6.64 billion, rising 12% year over year and beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $6.4 billion. Comparable store sales (comps) improved 9% year over year. Results benefited from compelling, well-curated holiday assortments in its stores, stronger customer engagement driven by new marketing campaigns, and well-executed in-store initiatives that elevated the overall shopping experience.
Insight Into ROST’s Q4 Performance
Cost of goods sold (COGS) rose 11.2% year over year to $4.8 billion. COGS, as a percentage of sales, declined 65 basis points (bps) year over year.
SG&A expenses increased 18.2% year over year to $990.1 million and rose 75 bps, as a percentage of sales, due to the prior-year gain from the packaway facility sale. Excluding this impact, SG&A declined 30 bps, reflecting improved expense discipline.
The company’s operating income rose 11.4% year over year to $$814.1 million, with the operating margin contracting 10 bps to 12.6%, including a 105-bps benefit from the sale of a packaway facility.
Sneak Peek Into ROST’s Other Financials
Ross Stores ended fiscal 2025 with cash and cash equivalents of $4.6 billion, after funding business growth and capital requirements. The company has a long-term debt of $1.02 billion and a total shareholders’ equity of $6.2 billion.
Consolidated inventories increased 8% year over year, with packaway accounting for 37% of the total inventory, down from 41% in the prior year. Management remains encouraged by the improved composition and confident in its year-end inventory position.
In the fiscal fourth quarter, Ross Stores repurchased 1.5 million shares for an aggregate cost of $262 million. In fiscal 2025, the company repurchased 7.1 million shares for $1.05 billion, completing its planned two-year share repurchase program. The company approved a two-year $2.55 billion share repurchase authorization for fiscal 2026 and 2027, marking a 21% increase from $2.1 billion in common stock repurchased across fiscal 2024 and 2025.
What ROST Expects for FY26
The company exited the fiscal fourth quarter with solid momentum and is encouraged by a very strong start to the Spring season. For first-quarter fiscal 2026, the company projects comps to increase 7-8%, with total sales estimated to increase 10-12% year over year. Assuming performance aligns with this outlook, the fiscal first-quarter earnings per share are expected to be $1.60-$1.67 compared with $1.47 in the quarter ended May 3, 2025.
For first-quarter fiscal 2026, the operating margin is expected to be 11.8-12.1% compared with 12.2% in the prior-year period. The anticipated decline primarily reflects higher distribution center costs associated with the facility opened in the second quarter of fiscal 2025, as well as unfavorable timing of packaway-related expenses. The company also expects higher incentive compensation versus fiscal 2025, when results fell short of plan. Partially offsetting these headwinds, the company anticipates an improvement in the merchandise margin.
For fiscal 2026, ROST expects comps growth of 3-4%, with total sales anticipated to increase 5-7%. The company projects earnings per share of $7.02-$7.36 compared with $6.61 in fiscal 2025. Assuming comps perform in line with its outlook, the company expects the operating margin to improve to 12-12.3% from the 11.9% reported in fiscal 2025. This projection reflects anticipated gains in merchandise margin and lower distribution costs throughout the year.
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?
It turns out, fresh estimates have trended upward during the past month.
VGM Scores
At this time, Ross Stores has a great Growth Score of A, though it is lagging a lot on the Momentum Score front with a D. Following the exact same course, the stock was allocated a grade of D on the value side, putting it in the bottom 40% for this investment strategy.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of C. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
Outlook
Estimates have been broadly trending upward for the stock, and the magnitude of these revisions looks promising. It comes with little surprise Ross Stores has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). We expect an above average return from the stock in the next few months.
Performance of an Industry Player
Ross Stores belongs to the Zacks Retail - Discount Stores industry. Another stock from the same industry, TJX (TJX), has gained 0.2% over the past month. More than a month has passed since the company reported results for the quarter ended January 2026.
TJX reported revenues of $17.74 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +8.5%. EPS of $1.43 for the same period compares with $1.23 a year ago.
TJX is expected to post earnings of $1.00 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +8.7%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed -0.4%.
TJX has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) based on the overall direction and magnitude of estimate revisions. Additionally, the stock has a VGM Score of C.
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Ross Stores (ROST) Up 3% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

Wall Street remained volatile for most of the first quarter of 2026. Concerns over high inflation, a shrinking labor market, uncertainty in rate cuts, and geopolitical tensions rattled stocks.
Investor sentiment has remained low over the past few months as fears of the economy slipping into a recession continue to weigh on markets.
Given the uncertainty, which could keep markets volatile for a longer period, cautious investors looking for steady income and ways to protect their capital may consider holding or investing in dividend-paying stocks.
Such stocks provide steady earnings through regular dividend payouts and can help mitigate the effects of market volatility. Three such stocks are: The TJX Companies, Inc. TJX, BankUnited, Inc. BKU and BRP Inc. DOO.
Concerns Grow Over Economy’s Health
Major indexes have given up gains over the past few weeks, as concerns grew over the economy’s health. Inflation has eased over the past year but remains high and far from the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. High inflation has also compelled the Federal Reserve to adopt a wait-and-watch policy.
The Federal Reserve paused its interest rate cuts this year and hasn’t given a clear picture of when it plans to resume its monetary easing policy. One of the major concerns over the last few months has been a shrinking job market.
Job openings fell by 358,000 in February. Layoffs jumped by 1.721 million. The job openings rate declined to 4.2% in February from 4.4% in January. Hiring contracted by 498,000 to 4.849 million in February. Also, the unemployment rate edged up to 4.4% in February from 4.3% in January.
Moreover, there are no clear signs of the Iran conflict ending anytime soon. Trump on Wednesday said that Iran’s top leadership has asked the United States for a ceasefire. However, Trump has also come up with his own set of conditions, including the opening of the Strait of Hormuz for U.S. oil carriers. Gasoline prices have shot up more than 50% since the beginning of the conflict on Feb. 28.
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The TJX Companies
The TJX Companies, Inc. is a leading off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions in the United States and worldwide. TJX’S broad range of assortments at varying prices helps it to reach out to a broad range of consumers. TJX carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
On March 30, The TJX Companies announced that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $0.48 a share on June 4. TJX has a dividend yield of 1.06%. Over the past five years, The TJX Companies has increased its dividend five times, and its payout ratio at present sits at 36% of earnings. Check The TJX Companies’dividend history here.
BankUnited, Inc.
BankUnited, Inc.’s primary banking markets are Florida and the Tri-State markets of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. In Florida, BKU’s focus is on urban markets, including the Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville markets. BankUnited has also launched lending operations in Atlanta and Dallas. BKU has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
On March 26, BankUnited declared that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $0.33 a share on April 30. BKU has a dividend yield of 2.75%. Over the past five years, The BankUnited has increased its dividend five times, and its payout ratio at present sits at 35% of earnings. Check BankUnited’s dividend history here.
BRP Inc.
BRP Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and distributes recreational vehicles. DOO offers watercrafts, sport boats, snowmobiles, pontoons, marine propulsion systems and all-terrain and utility vehicles, as well as engines for karts, motorcycles and recreational aircraft. DOO sports a Zacks Rank #1.
On March 25, BRP announced that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $0.25 a share on April 24. DOO has a dividend yield of 0.87%. Over the past five years, BRP, Inc. has increased its dividend 12 times, and its payout ratio at present sits at 17% of earnings. Check BRP’s dividend history here.
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The TJX Companies, Inc. TJX, an off-price retail giant, continues to reinforce its shareholder-friendly stance, pairing steady operational momentum with enhanced capital returns. The latest move underscores management’s confidence in the business outlook and cash flow trajectory. TJX announced a 13% increase in the quarterly dividend, raising the payout to 48 cents per share.
The dividend will be payable on June 4, 2026, to its shareholders of record as of May 14. Notably, this marks the company’s 29th dividend hike in the past 30 years, an impressive track record that reflects consistency in earnings growth and disciplined capital allocation.
Management also reiterated its commitment to returning excess cash through share repurchases, with plans to buy back roughly $2.50-$2.75 billion worth of stock in fiscal 2027. The combined capital return strategy reflects strong balance sheet health and sustained free cash flow generation, even as TJX continues to invest in business expansion.
The company’s recent financial performance further supports this stance. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, TJX returned $1.26 billion to its shareholders, including $784 million through share repurchases and $472 million in dividends. For the full year, total shareholder returns reached $4.3 billion, underscoring the company’s ability to generate and deploy capital efficiently.
Looking ahead, TJX’s flexible off-price model, deep vendor relationships and broad merchandise assortment position it well to capture incremental market share. With nearly $7 billion in operating cash flow generated in fiscal 2026, the company retains ample capacity to fund growth initiatives while rewarding shareholders.
Overall, the latest dividend hike reflects TJX Companies’ ongoing capital return strategy, supported by steady operational performance and a solid financial position. The move aligns with its long-term approach of balancing business reinvestment with consistent shareholder returns.
TJX Companies’ Zacks Rank & Share Price Performance
Shares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have gained 7.8% over the past six months, outperforming the broader Retail and Wholesale sector and the S&P 500’s decline of 7.4% and 3.9%, respectively. However, TJX lagged the industry’s 11.4% growth during the same period.
TJX Stock's Past 6-Month Performance
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Is TJX a Value Play Stock?
TJX Companies currently trades at a forward 12-month P/E ratio of 30.32, which is lower than the industry average of 32.2. This suggests the stock is trading at a modest discount relative to its peers.
TJX P/E Ratio (Forward 12 Months)
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Stocks to Consider
Tapestry, Inc. TPR provides accessories and lifestyle brand products in North America, Greater China, the rest of Asia and internationally. At present, TPR sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for TPR’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies growth of 11.2% and 26.5%, respectively, from the year-ago figures. TPR has delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 12.8%, on average.
Five Below, Inc. FIVE operates as a specialty value retailer in the United States. At present, Five Below flaunts a Zacks Rank of 1. FIVE delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 63.4%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FIVE’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies growth of 11.3% and 17.5%, respectively, from the year-ago figures.
Ross Stores, Inc. ROST operates off-price retail apparel and home fashion stores under the Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS brands in the United States. At present, ROST carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). ROST delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 6.2%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ROST’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings indicates growth of 6.3% and 10.1%, respectively, from the year-ago figures.
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The TJX Companies Raises Dividend, Reinforces Growth Strategy

The TJX Companies today announced that its Board of Directors has raised the amount of its quarterly dividend by 13% from the last dividend paid. The Board declared a regular quarterly dividend in the amount of $.48 per share, payable June 4, 2026, to shareholders of record on May 14, 2026.
The board of directors today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2775 per share on the company's common shares, payable May 1, 2026 to stockholders of record of the respective shares at the close of business on April 10, 2026.
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The TJX Companies, Inc. TJX delivered a strong performance in fiscal 2026, reaching a key milestone with net sales of $60.4 billion, representing 7% growth year over year. This achievement reflects solid execution and the company’s continued focus on delivering value to customers. Consolidated comparable sales increased 5% in the fiscal year, supported by higher average basket sizes and growth in customer transactions, indicating sustained momentum and strong customer engagement.
The company remains confident in its long-term growth outlook and ability to gainglobal marketshare, driven by its value-focused strategy and strong merchandise availability. With a sourcing network of more than 1,400 buyers working with about 21,000 vendors, TJX is well positioned to offer a compelling, constantly refreshed assortment. Its approach of catering to a broad customer base, including an increasing number of younger shoppers, continues to support expansion into new markets.
TJX sees a significant opportunity to grow its global store footprint, with a long-term target of reaching 7,000 locations. For fiscal 2027, the company plans to add 146 net new stores, taking the total store count beyond 5,300 locations. This expansion underscores its commitment to scaling its presence across geographies and strengthening its market position.
A core strength of the business lies in its operational flexibility across buying, store formats and supply chain systems. This enables the company to respond quickly to changing consumer trends and ensures the availability of appropriate products across locations. Its merchandise strategy spans multiple income groups and age segments, contributing to broad customer appeal and increasing traction among younger consumers. This differentiation continues to drive store traffic and enhance the overall shopping experience.
Looking ahead, TJX remains optimistic about its growth prospects, supported by its strong value proposition, adaptable business model and global expansion strategy. These factors position the company well to sustain market share gains and deliver long-term revenue growth.
The Zacks Rundown for TJX
Shares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have gained 9.7% in the past six months compared with the industry’s 12.5% growth.
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From a valuation standpoint, TJX trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 30.7, lower than the industry’s average of 32.38.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for TJX’s current and next fiscal year earnings implies a year-over-year rise of nearly 7% and 9.9%, respectively.
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Tapestry, Inc. TPR provides accessories and lifestyle brand products in North America, Greater China, the rest of Asia and internationally. At present, TPR sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for TPR’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies growth of 11.2% and 26.5%, respectively, from the year-ago figures. TPR has delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 12.8%, on average.
Ross Stores, Inc. ROST operates off-price retail apparel and home fashion stores under the Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS brands in the United States. At present, ROST carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ROST’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings indicates growth of 6.3% and 8.5%, respectively, from the year-ago figures. ROST delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 6.2%, on average.
Five Below, Inc. FIVE operates as a specialty value retailer in the United States. At present, Five Below carries a Zacks Rank of 2.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FIVE’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies growth of 11.3% and 17.5%, respectively, from the year-ago figures. FIVE delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 63.4%, on average.
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TJX Hits $60B Sales Milestone in FY26: What Fuels Long-Term Growth?

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for TJX (TJX). Shares have lost about 0.7% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
But investors have to be wondering, will the recent negative trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is TJX due for a breakout? Well, first let's take a quick look at its most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the recent catalysts for The TJX Companies, Inc. before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late.
TJX Q4 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates, Sales Increase 9% Y/Y
The TJX Companies posted fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 results, wherein the top and bottom lines beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Both metrics also increased from the year-ago quarter.
TJX's Quarterly Metrics: Key Insights
The TJX Companies’ earnings per share (EPS) were $1.43, up 16% from the year-ago quarter. The metric also beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.38 per share.
Net sales came in at $17,743 million, registering an increase of 9% year over year and surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $17,453 million.
In the Marmaxx (the United States) division, the company’s net sales were $10,655 million, up 7% year over year. Net sales amounted to $3,093 million, up 8% year over year, in the HomeGoods (the United States) division. TJX Canada’s net sales were $1,612 million, up 11% from the figure reported in the year-ago period. TJX International’s (Europe & Australia) net sales were $2,383 million, up 15% year over year.
The company witnessed a 5% jump in consolidated comparable store sales, supported by strong performance in every division. Comparable store sales rose 5% at Marmaxx (the United States), 6% at HomeGoods (the United States), 7% at TJX Canada and 4% at TJX International (Europe & Australia).
The TJX Companies’ adjusted pretax profit margin was 12.2%, up 0.6 percentage points from the year-ago quarter’s level. The increase is driven by lower-than-expected inventory shrink expenses and operating leverage from stronger-than-planned sales. These gains were partially offset by elevated incentive compensation accruals.
The adjusted gross profit margin was 31.1%, up 0.6 percentage points year over year, mainly driven by an elevated merchandise margin and expense leverage on strong sales growth. These gains were partially offset by unfavorable inventory hedges.
The company’s adjusted selling, general and administrative costs, as a percent of sales, were 19.1%, a 0.1 percentage point decrease.
TJX’s Financial Health Snapshot
In fiscal 2026, the company increased its total store count by 129, reaching 5,214.
The TJX Companies ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $6.2 billion, long-term debt of $1.9 billion and shareholders’ equity of $10.2 billion. It generated an operating cash flow of $6.9 billion in fiscal 2026.
In the fiscal fourth quarter, the company returned $1.26 billion to shareholders, including $784 million used to repurchase 5.1 million of its shares and $472 million paid in dividends. For fiscal 2026, the company returned a total of $4.3 billion to its shareholders, repurchasing 18.5 million shares for $2.5 billion and distributing $1.8 billion in dividends. The company announced its intention to increase the regular quarterly dividend on its common stock to 48 cents per share. The dividend is expected to be declared in March and paid in June 2026, representing a 13% increase over the most recent quarterly dividend.
It also announced plans to repurchase approximately $2.50 billion to $2.75 billion of TJX stock in the fiscal year ending Jan. 30, 2027. With $1.1 billion remaining under its existing authorization at the end of fiscal 2026, the board approved a new stock repurchase program authorizing up to an additional $3 billion in share repurchases from time to time.
What to Expect From TJX Moving Forward?
For fiscal 2027, the company projects consolidated comparable sales growth of 2% to 3%, a pretax profit margin of 11.7% to 11.8% and earnings per share in the range of $4.93 to $5.02.
For the first quarter of fiscal 2027, the company expects consolidated comparable sales to increase 2% to 3%, a pretax profit margin in the range of 10.3% to 10.4% and earnings per share of 97 cents to 99 cents.
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?
It turns out, estimates review flatlined during the past month.
VGM Scores
Currently, TJX has a great Growth Score of A, though it is lagging a lot on the Momentum Score front with an F. Charting a somewhat similar path, the stock has a score of D on the value side, putting it in the bottom 40% for value investors.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of C. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
Outlook
TJX has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). We expect an in-line return from the stock in the next few months.
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Why Is TJX (TJX) Down 0.7% Since Last Earnings Report?

In the latest close session, TJX (TJX) was down 1.36% at $157.57. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily loss of 1.74%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a drop of 1.01%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw a decrease of 2.38%.
The parent of T.J. Maxx, Marshalls and other stores's stock has climbed by 2.52% in the past month, exceeding the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 3.4% and the S&P 500's loss of 4.99%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of TJX in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $1, signifying a 8.70% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $13.94 billion, up 6.3% from the year-ago period.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $5.06 per share and revenue of $63.6 billion, indicating changes of +6.98% and +5.35%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for TJX. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 1.55% lower. As of now, TJX holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at its valuation, TJX is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 31.59. This indicates a premium in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 29.22.
We can also see that TJX currently has a PEG ratio of 3.67. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. The Retail - Discount Stores industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 3 as of yesterday's close.
The Retail - Discount Stores industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 98, this industry ranks in the top 40% of all industries, numbering over 250.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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TJX (TJX) Stock Moves -1.36%: What You Should Know

For Immediate Release
Chicago, IL – March 26, 2026 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include: Amazon.com, Inc. AMZN, The TJX Companies, Inc. TJX, Eaton Corp. plc ETN, Blue Ridge Bankshares, Inc. BRBS and Security Federal Corp. SFDL.
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The Zacks Research Daily presents the best research output of our analyst team. Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Amazon.com, Inc., The TJX Companies, Inc. and Eaton Corp. plc, as well as two micro-cap stocks, Blue Ridge Bankshares, Inc. and Security Federal Corp. These research reports have been hand-picked from roughly 70 reports published by our analyst team today.
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Amazon.com’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Internet - Commerce industry over the past year (+3.0% vs. -3.4%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company benefits from global expansion and diversification across e-commerce, cloud, advertising, and streaming, creating multiple revenue streams and lowering concentration risk. AI integration boosts personalization, logistics efficiency, and cloud capabilities, strengthening its competitive positioning.
However, heavy spending on AI infrastructure and data centers pressures margins and financial flexibility. Rising debt adds strain amid higher interest rates, while competition from Walmart, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud remains intense.
(You can read the full research report on Amazon.com here >>>)
TJX’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Retail - Discount Stores industry over the past year (+32.3% vs. +17.3%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company benefits from a resilient off-price model, strong value proposition, and steady demand across apparel and home categories. Comparable sales gains highlight effective merchandising and consistent traffic, while global store expansion and solid cash position support growth and shareholder returns.
Yet, rising store wages and payroll costs weigh on margins. Tariff pressures and intense competition across the global retail and off-price space may also affect profitability and near-term performance.
Eaton’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Manufacturing - Electronics industry over the past two years (+19.9% vs. +15.1%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company is benefiting from strong demand tied to AI-driven data centers and growth across its core businesses. Expansion through acquisitions and R&D supports innovation and a broader customer base, while the planned Mobility spin-off and opportunities in EVs, aerospace, and megatrends strengthen long-term prospects.
However, global exposure brings risks from currency fluctuations, cybersecurity threats, and tax changes. Raw material shortages and supplier disruptions may also hinder production and operational efficiency.
(You can read the full research report on Eaton here >>>)
Blue Ridge’s shares have underperformed the Zacks Banks - Northeast industry over the past six months (-6.7% vs. +2.9%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company faces challenges from contracting loan balances, limited revenue diversification, and reliance on one-time items for profitability. Regulatory constraints and slower loan growth also weigh on near-term scalability, while valuation reflects concerns over execution and growth.
Yet, it has strengthened its capital position and liquidity, enabling shareholder returns and balance-sheet repair. Exiting non-core segments sharpens focus on community banking, improves compliance, and enhances efficiency through cost rationalization.
Security Federal’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Banks - Southeast industry over the past six months (+8.7% vs. -5.7%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company benefits from strong earnings momentum, margin expansion, and improved operating leverage driven by higher net interest income and lower funding costs. Strengthening asset quality, solid capital, rising deposits, and better liquidity support stability enhance diversification.
However, performance remains sensitive to interest-rate trends and economic conditions. Limited scale and geographic concentration may also constrain growth and competitive positioning over time.
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Amazon.com, TJX Companies, Eaton, Blue Ridge and Security Federal

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The Zacks Research Daily presents the best research output of our analyst team. Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN), The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX) and Eaton Corp. plc (ETN), as well as two micro-cap stocks, Blue Ridge Bankshares, Inc. (BRBS) and Security Federal Corp. (SFDL). These research reports have been hand-picked from roughly 70 reports published by our analyst team today.
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Today's Featured Research Reports
Amazon.com’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Internet - Commerce industry over the past year (+3.0% vs. -3.4%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company benefits from global expansion and diversification across e-commerce, cloud, advertising, and streaming, creating multiple revenue streams and lowering concentration risk. AI integration boosts personalization, logistics efficiency, and cloud capabilities, strengthening its competitive positioning.
However, heavy spending on AI infrastructure and data centers pressures margins and financial flexibility. Rising debt adds strain amid higher interest rates, while competition from Walmart, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud remains intense.
(You can read the full research report on Amazon.com here >>>)
TJX’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Retail - Discount Stores industry over the past year (+32.3% vs. +17.3%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company benefits from a resilient off-price model, strong value proposition, and steady demand across apparel and home categories. Comparable sales gains highlight effective merchandising and consistent traffic, while global store expansion and solid cash position support growth and shareholder returns.
Yet, rising store wages and payroll costs weigh on margins. Tariff pressures and intense competition across the global retail and off-price space may also affect profitability and near-term performance.
(You can read the full research report on TJX here >>>)
Eaton’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Manufacturing - Electronics industry over the past two years (+19.9% vs. +15.1%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company is benefiting from strong demand tied to AI-driven data centers and growth across its core businesses. Expansion through acquisitions and R&D supports innovation and a broader customer base, while the planned Mobility spin-off and opportunities in EVs, aerospace, and megatrends strengthen long-term prospects.
However, global exposure brings risks from currency fluctuations, cybersecurity threats, and tax changes. Raw material shortages and supplier disruptions may also hinder production and operational efficiency.
(You can read the full research report on Eaton here >>>)
Blue Ridge’s shares have underperformed the Zacks Banks - Northeast industry over the past six months (-6.7% vs. +2.9%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company faces challenges from contracting loan balances, limited revenue diversification, and reliance on one-time items for profitability. Regulatory constraints and slower loan growth also weigh on near-term scalability, while valuation reflects concerns over execution and growth.
Yet, it has strengthened its capital position and liquidity, enabling shareholder returns and balance-sheet repair. Exiting non-core segments sharpens focus on community banking, improves compliance, and enhances efficiency through cost rationalization.
(You can read the full research report on Blue Ridge here >>>)
Security Federal’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Banks - Southeast industry over the past six months (+8.7% vs. -5.7%). The Zacks analyst believes that the company benefits from strong earnings momentum, margin expansion, and improved operating leverage driven by higher net interest income and lower funding costs. Strengthening asset quality, solid capital, rising deposits, and better liquidity support stability enhance diversification.
However, performance remains sensitive to interest-rate trends and economic conditions. Limited scale and geographic concentration may also constrain growth and competitive positioning over time.
(You can read the full research report on Security Federal here >>>)
Other noteworthy reports we are featuring today include The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS), Medtronic plc (MDT) and Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL).
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