June 10, 2014 — Francesca’s Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:FRAN) reported net income of $8.6 million or $0.20 diluted earnings per share for the first quarter of 2014, compared to net income of $10.9 million or $0.24 diluted earnings per share for the first quarter of 2013. Net sales for the thirteen weeks were $85.4 million, compared to net sales of $79.0 million in the prior year quarter. The increase in first quarter sales was driven by 62 new boutiques opened during the quarter; bringing the total boutique count to 513 at quarter end. Francesca’s Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:FRAN) net profit margin is 12.30% and weekly performance is -2.26%. On last trading day company shares ended up $14.70. Analysts mean target price for the company is $19.06. Francesca’s Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:FRAN) distance from 50-day simple moving average (SMA50) is -9.95%.
On June 9, The Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) reported comparable-store sales (comps) increase of 1% for the 4 weeks ended May 31, 2014 compared with 7% growth registered for the 4 weeks ended Jun 1, 2013, driven by strong results at its Banana Republic and Old Navy stores. Moreover, net sales in May totaled $1.27 billion, up 4% compared with the prior-year period sales of $1.22 billion, according to Zack. The Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) shares advanced 0.88% in last trading session and ended the day on $41.10. Gross Margin is 38.40% and its return on assets is 15.40%. The Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) quarterly performance is -1.82%.
On June 12, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE:ANF)‘s stock had its “hold” rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Topeka Capital Markets in a research note issued to investors on Tuesday. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE:ANF) shares moved up 1.58% in last trading session and was closed at $41.71, while trading in range of $41.09 – $41.88. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE:ANF) year to date (YTD) performance is 28.06%.
Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROST) recent results were decent and were in line with the company’s expectations. However, the company failed to report growth in its revenue and earnings, which declined marginally. As a result of macroeconomic uncertainties prevailing in the market, Ross posted a cautious outlook for 2014. In addition, Ross faces tough competition from retail giants such as Wal-Mart (WMT) and other off-price retailers like TJX Companies (TJX). Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROST) ended the last trading day at $67.12. Company weekly volatility is calculated as 1.33% and price to cash ratio as 23.83. Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROST) showed a negative weekly performance of -2.84%.
June 6, 2014– DSW Inc. (NYSE:DSW) the leading branded footwear and accessories retailer, is giving back to the community once again through its Shoe Lovers CareLeave Your Mark program. After reviewing almost 200 nonprofit organizations that were nominated by DSW employees nationwide, the popular retailer has selected 7 finalists: Alzheimer’s Association, ASPCA, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio, Furniture Bank of Central Ohio, Girls Inc. of Orange County, LifeCare Alliance, and Stop Hunger Now. DSW Inc. (NYSE:DSW) net profit margin is 6.60% and weekly performance is 1.19%. On last trading day company shares ended up $27.32. Analysts mean target price for the company is $29.82. DSW Inc. (NYSE:DSW) distance from 50-day simple moving average (SMA50) is -15.44%.