Core Insights - Tractor Supply Company (TSCO) is a rural lifestyle retailer with a market cap of $28.6 billion, providing a range of products including farm maintenance, animal care, and work clothing [1][2] Company Overview - TSCO is categorized as a large-cap stock, emphasizing its size and influence in the specialty retail industry [2] - The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and service, strategically placing stores in rural areas to reduce competition and enhance customer loyalty through its Neighbor's Club rewards program [2] Stock Performance - TSCO's stock has experienced a decline of 15.5% from its 52-week high of $63.99, reached on July 24, and has fallen 10.6% over the past three months, underperforming the Nasdaq Composite's 8.7% gains [3] - Over a six-month period, TSCO shares increased by 5.1%, but they have decreased by 4.3% over the past 52 weeks, lagging behind the Nasdaq's six-month gains of 22.2% and 19.7% returns over the last year [4] Recent Financial Results - On October 23, TSCO reported Q3 results with an EPS of $0.49, surpassing Wall Street's estimate of $0.48, and revenue of $3.7 billion, aligning with forecasts [5] - The company anticipates a full-year EPS in the range of $2.06 to $2.13 [5] Competitive Landscape - In comparison, Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. (WOOF) has seen a 16.9% decline over six months and a 38.6% drop over the past year, indicating TSCO's relative strength in the specialty retail sector [5] Analyst Sentiment - Wall Street analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for TSCO, with a mean price target of $64.36, suggesting a potential upside of 19% from current price levels [6]