Department store stocks

The best department store stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals — while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look to stocks with steadier gains over time.

Take a deeper dive into department store stocks

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the retail industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap US stocks.

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1. Kohls Corporation (KSS)

Kohl's Corporation operates as a retail company in the United States. It offers branded apparel, footwear, accessories, beauty, and home products through its stores and website. The company provides its products primarily under the brand names of Apt.

Kohls Corporation stock opened the day at $52.21 after a previous close of $51.22. The latest price was $53.80 (25 minute delay). Kohls Corporation is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD17.4 billion and employs 110,000 staff.

• Market capitalization: $7,819,461,120
• P/E ratio: 19.6815
• PEG ratio: 20.277

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2. Dillards (DDS)

Dillard's, Inc. operates retail department stores in the southeastern, southwestern, and midwestern areas of the United States. Its stores offer merchandise, including fashion apparel for women, men, and children; and accessories, cosmetics, home furnishings, and other consumer goods.

Dillards stock opened the day at $180.91 after a previous close of $181.09. The latest price was $184.39 (25 minute delay). Dillards is listed on the NYSE and has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$5 billion.

• Market capitalization: $3,913,458,432
• P/E ratio: 16.6233
• PEG ratio: -1.28

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3. Macys (M)

Macy's, Inc. , an omnichannel retail organization, operates stores, websites, and mobile applications under the Macy's, Bloomingdale's, and bluemercury brands. It sells a range of merchandise, including apparel and accessories for men, women, and kids; cosmetics; home furnishings; and other consumer goods.

Macys stock opened the day at $17.61 after a previous close of $17.47. The latest price was $18.67 (25 minute delay). Macys is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$19.8 billion and employs 75,711 staff.

• Market capitalization: $5,289,281,024
• PEG ratio: 0.9128

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4. Nordstrom (JWN)

Nordstrom, Inc. , a fashion retailer, provides apparels, shoes, beauty, accessories, and home goods for women, men, young adults, and children. It offers a range of brand name and private label merchandise through various channels, such as Nordstrom branded stores and online at Nordstrom.

Nordstrom stock opened the day at $36.47 after a previous close of $36.50. The latest price was $36.89 (25 minute delay). Nordstrom is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$11.6 billion and employs 62,000 staff.

• Market capitalization: $5,084,768,256
• PEG ratio: 2.0461

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5. Walmart (WMT)

Walmart Inc. engages in the operation of retail, wholesale, and other units worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U. S.

Walmart stock opened the day at $140.41 after a previous close of $139.59. The latest price was $140.30 (25 minute delay). Walmart is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$562.8 billion and employs 2,200,000 staff.

• Market capitalization: $395,859,722,240
• P/E ratio: 32.7014
• PEG ratio: 3.868

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6. Burlington Stores (BURL)

Burlington Stores, Inc. operates as a retailer of branded apparel products in the United States. The company offers fashion-focused merchandise, including women's ready-to-wear apparel, menswear, youth apparel, footwear, accessories, toys, gifts, and coats, as well as baby, home, and beauty products.

Burlington Stores stock opened the day at $327.45 after a previous close of $322.20. The latest price was $329.89 (25 minute delay). Burlington Stores is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$7.1 billion and employs 14,533 staff.

• Market capitalization: $21,650,548,736
• P/E ratio: 75.134
• PEG ratio: 3.7833

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7. Target Corporation (TGT)

Target Corporation operates as a general merchandise retailer in the United States. The company offers food assortments, including perishables, dry grocery, dairy, and frozen items; apparel, accessories, home décor products, electronics, toys, seasonal offerings, food, and other merchandise; and beauty and household essentials. It also provides in-store amenities, such as Target Café, Target Optical, Starbucks, and other food service offerings.

Target Corporation stock opened the day at $248.68 after a previous close of $248.58. The latest price was $248.58 (25 minute delay). Target Corporation is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$98.1 billion and employs 409,000 staff.

• Market capitalization: $127,149,023,232
• P/E ratio: 20.9838
• PEG ratio: 2.27

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Bottom line

While it’s possible to turn a profit investing in department store stocks, keep in mind that — like any investment — department store stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions — both in the market and in the retail industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest. And if you’re new to investing, or if it’s been awhile since you’ve taken a critical look at your investing accounts, compare brokers to make sure you’re getting the best features in your trading account.