The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price. Do they really matter, though?Before we discuss the reliability of brokerage recommendations and how to use them to your advantage, let's see what these Wall Street heavyweights think about Ross Stores (ROST) .Ross Stores currently has an average brokerag ...

When I went to the US earlier this year, I visited two Ross Stores ( ROST ). It's a business model that I find really interesting, and there's nothing like it here in Brazil. The appeal of it being practicallyEquity Research Analyst with a broad career in the financial market, covered both Brazilian and global stocks. As a value investor, my analysis is primarily fundamental, focusing on identifying undervalued stocks with growth potential. Feel free to reach out for collaborations or to connect!Analyst’s D ...

The index fell as much as 3.3% to 48,661,52, hitting its lowest level since October 23, as the selloff accelerated in the afternoon session. It was last down 3% at 48,808.33, as of 0502 GMT, while the broader Topix slipped 2.49% to 3,264.11. "Once the Nikkei fell below the key 50,000 level, sentiment worsened and the sell-off accelerated," said Seiichi Suzuki, chief equity market analyst at Tokai Tokyo Intelligence Laboratory. "Some investors wanted to buy shares on a dip, but even they waited for shares t ...

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Economic Overview - The U.S. Labor Department will not publish its economic report for the second consecutive month due to the ongoing government shutdown, which is now the longest on record [1] - The lack of official employment data makes it difficult to assess the jobs market, and anecdotal evidence does not inspire confidence [1] Layoff Announcements - Major employers such as Amazon, UPS, and Target have announced plans to lay off tens of thousands of workers in the coming weeks [2] - Target plans to eliminate 1,800 corporate jobs, marking its second-largest corporate downsizing [6] - Amazon is set to lay off 14,000 corporate employees across multiple departments to reduce bureaucracy [6] - UPS has cut about 48,000 jobs this year, including 34,000 positions through its efficiency program [6] Job Market Metrics - U.S. companies announced the fewest number of new jobs since 2011, with 153,074 job cuts in October, nearly triple the 55,597 cuts from the same month last year [4] - Job losses in October are up 183% from September, indicating a significant downturn in the job market [4] Year-to-Date Job Cuts - Through October, employers have announced 1.1 million job cuts, a 65% year-over-year increase from 665,000 cuts through October last year [10] - Job cuts in 2025 are on track to be the worst since 2020, with 44% more jobs cut through October than in all of 2024 [10] Contributing Factors - Reasons for the job cuts include correcting headcount after overhiring during the COVID-19 pandemic, softening consumer and corporate spending, and rising costs due to hiring freezes [7] - The adoption of AI is also mentioned as a factor influencing job market dynamics [8] Impact on Job Seekers - The current wave of layoffs is creating a snowball effect, making it harder for those laid off to secure new roles, which could further loosen the labor market [9]

Core Insights - The retail turnover of Apranga Group in October 2025 was EUR 34.7 million, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 4.9% compared to October 2024 [1] - For the period of January to October 2025, the retail turnover reached EUR 300.5 million, marking a 5.6% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [1] - In the same timeframe, retail turnover in Lithuania rose by 7.5%, in Latvia by 5.4%, while Estonia saw a decline of 1.3% [1] Company Operations - Apranga Group operates a total of 171 stores, with 103 located in Lithuania, 44 in Latvia, and 24 in Estonia, covering a gross area of 92.7 thousand square meters, which is an increase of 0.8% from the previous year [2]

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Core Insights - A viral TikTok video highlighted consumer frustration with aggressive sales tactics for store credit cards, particularly at T.J. Maxx, where employees pressured customers despite refusals [1][2][4]. Group 1: Consumer Experience - The TikTok user expressed her annoyance at being pressured to sign up for a store credit card, even after declining the offer, with a supervisor suggesting an $18 discount as an incentive [1][2]. - The video resonated with many viewers, indicating a widespread issue of similar experiences across various retail stores [2]. Group 2: Retail Strategy - Retailers heavily promote store-branded credit cards as they contribute significantly to profits, accounting for approximately 8% of total gross profits for major retailers from 2018 to 2023 [5]. - Store credit cards are designed to enhance customer loyalty, encouraging repeat visits and increased spending, which can lead to higher consumer debt levels [6]. Group 3: Consumer Debt - As of August 2025, U.S. credit card debt reached $1.2 trillion, highlighting the financial implications of aggressive credit card marketing strategies [7].

Core Insights - The article discusses the author's observations during a visit to various retail stores in the US, including Walmart and dollar stores, to gain insights into the retail environment [1]. Group 1: Company Analysis - The analysis highlights the author's focus on value investing, emphasizing the identification of undervalued stocks with growth potential [1]. Group 2: Market Environment - The visit to stores like Walmart and dollar stores indicates an effort to understand consumer behavior and market dynamics in the retail sector [1].

Group 1 - The retail turnover of Apranga Group in September 2025 was EUR 31.2 million, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 9.4% compared to September 2024 [1] - In Q3 2025, the total retail turnover of Apranga Group reached EUR 99.7 million, marking an 11.0% increase year-on-year [1] - Retail turnover growth in Q3 2025 was 13.1% in Lithuania, 9.0% in Latvia, and 6.6% in Estonia [1] Group 2 - From January to September 2025, Apranga Group's retail turnover totaled EUR 265.8 million, a year-on-year increase of 5.7% [2] - In Lithuania, the retail turnover for the same period was EUR 160.2 million, up 7.8% year-on-year; in Latvia, it reached EUR 68.1 million, increasing by 5.0%; while in Estonia, it amounted to EUR 37.4 million, showing a decrease of 1.2% [2] Group 3 - In the first nine months of 2025, Apranga Group opened 4 new stores, renovated 8 stores (including 4 enlargements), and closed 4 stores [3] - The company currently operates 171 stores across the Baltic region, with a total area of 92.7 thousand sq. m., which is a 1.3% increase compared to the previous year [3]