TJX(US:TJX) CNBC·2025-11-19 14:05Core Insights - The holiday shopping season is showing strong performance for TJX Companies, with fiscal third-quarter results exceeding expectations on both revenue and earnings [1][3] Financial Performance - TJX reported a net income of $1.44 billion, or $1.28 per share, compared to $1.30 billion, or $1.14 per share, from the previous year [3] - Sales increased to $15.12 billion, reflecting a 7% rise from $14.06 billion a year earlier [3][8] - Comparable sales rose by 5%, surpassing expectations of 3.7% growth [4] Guidance and Expectations - For the current quarter, TJX anticipates comparable sales growth between 2% and 3%, which is below the expected 3.1% [2] - Earnings per share guidance for the current quarter is projected between $1.33 and $1.36, slightly below the expected $1.37 [2] - For fiscal 2026, the company expects comparable sales to rise by 4%, exceeding the anticipated 3.4% growth [5] Market Position and Consumer Behavior - The off-price retail sector is benefiting from value-seeking consumers, particularly during uncertain economic times, which tends to drive shoppers towards discount retailers [6] - Higher tariffs are viewed positively by TJX, as they may encourage consumers to shop at off-price stores due to increased prices elsewhere [7]