With the Fed Holding Interest Rates Steady, Here's the Smartest Dividend Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady amid economic uncertainty. TJX Companies is highlighted as an attractive dividend stock, with strong business fundamentals, accelerating sales growth (6% same-store sales increase), consistent dividend increases (29 of last 30 years), and a 1.2% dividend yield. The company's off-price retail model performs well during economic stress.

06/21/2026, 4:05 PM • The Motley Fool

2 Inflation-Proof Stocks That Could Continue Winning in the Second Half of This Year, No Matter What Happens

TJX Companies and Costco Wholesale are positioned to thrive during inflationary periods as consumers seek value. TJX reported 9% sales growth and 29% EPS increase in Q1 2027, while Costco achieved 11.6% sales growth and 9.8% comparable sales growth in Q3 2026. Both companies benefit from their discount-focused business models and are expanding their market presence.

06/18/2026, 4:15 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Dividend Stocks That Recently Hit 52-Highs to Buy in June

The article challenges the common investor reflex to avoid stocks at 52-week highs, arguing that strong companies with durable competitive positions and growing dividends deserve consideration even at new highs. Three dividend-paying stocks—Coca-Cola, TJX Companies, and Marriott International—are highlighted as examples of businesses earning their elevated valuations through fundamental strength rather than market sentiment.

06/16/2026, 6:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Liquid Youth™ Continues Rapid Retail Expansion with New Placements at Stop & Shop, Hy-Vee, Schnucks and More

Liquid Youth™, a PhD-founded sparkling collagen water brand, announced significant retail expansion across grocery, natural, and specialty channels. The brand's Sparkling Collagen Water is now available at multiple retailers including Gelson's, Schnucks, Lucky's Market, and HomeGoods/HomeSense nationwide, with upcoming launches at Hy-Vee and Stop & Shop. The product contains 11g of grass-fed bovine collagen peptides, 10g protein, and 4g dietary fiber with zero sugar and no artificial additives.

06/04/2026, 2:52 PM • GlobeNewswire

2 of the Best Retail Stocks to Buy in 2026

Despite challenging retail conditions from high prices and tariffs, Costco Wholesale and TJX Companies have demonstrated strong performance. Costco excels through member loyalty (90% renewal rate) and consistent same-store sales growth (6.6%), while TJX benefits from economic pressures by sourcing discounted inventory and achieving 8% comparable sales growth. Both companies show expansion potential with new store openings.

06/04/2026, 5:25 AM • The Motley Fool

Burlington Beat Earnings Estimates, But Not Investor Expectations

Burlington Stores delivered better-than-expected Q1 earnings with 26% EPS growth and raised full-year guidance, but shares fell nearly 8% post-earnings. While the company beat Wall Street estimates and comp sales exceeded guidance, investors appeared disappointed by the magnitude of comp sales growth and outlook strength. The sell-off contrasts with positive reactions to earnings from off-price peers TJX and Ross Stores.

06/01/2026, 10:30 AM • Investing

Retailers Dominated the Headlines This Earnings Season -- Here Are the Winners and Losers

Target's turnaround strategy is paying off with renewed sales growth and improved outlook, while Kohl's continues to struggle with declining comparable sales and faces stiff competition from larger retailers and e-commerce platforms. Target's stock appears undervalued at 15x earnings with a 3.6% dividend yield, whereas Kohl's faces a challenging 2026 with expected revenue growth under 1% and a 38% EPS decline.

05/26/2026, 4:15 PM • The Motley Fool

The Careful Consumer: What Q1 Earnings Reveal—And Where Cracks May Appear

Q1 2026 earnings reveal a bifurcated consumer market where spending continues but with extreme caution. While tech and AI-related stocks drive market gains, retail giants report cautious consumers shifting to private labels and deferring major purchases. A concerning trend emerges: 47% of buy-now-pay-later users report late payments, up from 41% in 2025, signaling potential financial stress among lower-income consumers masked by traditional metrics.

05/26/2026, 12:06 PM • Investing

With Consumer Sentiment at a Record Low, Could These 2 Value Retailers See a Boost in 2026?

As consumer sentiment hits record lows due to inflation and purchasing power concerns, discount retailers Dollar General and TJX Companies are positioned to benefit. Both companies thrive when consumers become price-conscious and seek value alternatives, with strong recent financial performance and business models built for economic downturns.

05/25/2026, 2:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Why TJX Companies Stock Surged Today

TJX Companies stock surged 5.65% on Wednesday after reporting strong fiscal Q1 2027 results that beat Wall Street expectations. The company posted earnings per share of $1.19 (beating estimates by $0.19) and revenue of $14.3 billion (exceeding forecasts by $310 million), with sales growth exceeding 9% year-over-year. However, the company provided conservative forward guidance for comparable sales growth of 3-4% annually, which investors may view as a cautious approach.

05/20/2026, 5:37 PM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market: Will S&P 500 Open Up Or Down Today?

The S&P 500 fell 0.67% on Tuesday to 7,353.61 amid rising Treasury yields driven by inflation concerns. However, Polymarket traders predict a 71% probability of a higher open on Wednesday. Key catalysts include Nvidia's Q1 earnings report after market close, Fed meeting minutes, and earnings from Lowe's, Target, Hasbro, Analog Devices, and TJX. S&P 500 futures were up 0.21% in early trading.

05/20/2026, 4:54 AM • Benzinga

1 Stock to Buy, 1 Stock to Sell This Week: Nvidia, Home Depot

Nvidia is recommended as a buy ahead of its fiscal Q1 earnings report expected to show strong AI-driven growth with a potential 116% YoY earnings increase and 79% revenue surge. Home Depot is recommended as a sell due to analyst downgrades, weakening consumer spending on discretionary home improvement projects, and margin pressures from higher costs and promotional activity.

05/17/2026, 8:39 AM • Investing

Amazon Just Made a Big Move. These 2 S&P 500 Stocks Are Next to Watch.

Amazon's strong Q1 e-commerce results signal improving consumer spending, likely boosted by tax refunds. Walmart and TJX Companies are positioned to benefit from this trend, with Walmart showing particularly strong e-commerce growth at 24% year-over-year, while TJX continues its consistent retail performance across its off-price store portfolio.

05/03/2026, 6:05 PM • The Motley Fool

EXCLUSIVE: Can Walmart And Dollar Tree Ride The 'Trade Down' Wave As War-Driven Price Shock Hits Americans?

An Iran war-driven oil shock is pushing gasoline prices above $100/barrel, with fuel costs surging 27-34%. This is expected to accelerate a 'trade down' trend where higher-income consumers shift to value retailers like Walmart and Dollar Tree, though lower-income core customers may spend more cautiously. Walmart has already demonstrated strong positioning with Q4 revenue of $190.7B and 4.6% comparable sales growth, while Dollar Tree reports accelerated trade-down from six-figure earners. However, risks remain from potential stock market declines affecting higher-income consumer sentiment.

03/24/2026, 10:01 AM • Benzinga

UNCF NEW ENGLAND Raises Record-Breaking $800,000 for HBCUs and Student Success

The 2026 UNCF 'A Mind Is...' New England Gala raised a record-breaking $800,000 to support historically Black colleges and universities and provide scholarships to students. The event honored Demond Martin, Governor Charlie Baker, and Pamela Everhart for their contributions to educational equity and community development.

03/19/2026, 7:00 AM • GlobeNewswire