TJX Companies (NYSE: TJX) Stock Rises 25% Yearly Amid Strong Performance
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 49m ago
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Performance Growth: TJX Companies' stock has risen over 25% in the past year, with same-store sales increasing by 5% year-over-year in fiscal Q3 2023, demonstrating strong performance in the competitive off-price retail market.
- Margin Improvement: The company's gross margin increased from 31.6% to 32.6%, reflecting its efficient supply chain management and product sourcing strategies, which further enhance profitability.
- Market Positioning: By offering brand-name goods at low prices, TJX successfully navigates challenges faced by other retailers due to tariffs and tightening consumer spending, solidifying its market leadership.
- Valuation Context: Although the stock trades at approximately 33 times expected earnings, TJX continues to exhibit a strong business foundation, making it a compelling choice for long-term investors in the off-price retail sector.
Analyst Views on TJX
Wall Street analysts forecast TJX stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for TJX is 169.81 USD with a low forecast of 150.00 USD and a high forecast of 193.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
18 Analyst Rating
17 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 153.420
Low
150.00
Averages
169.81
High
193.00
Current: 153.420
Low
150.00
Averages
169.81
High
193.00
About TJX
The TJX Companies, Inc. is an off-price apparel and home fashions retailer in the United States (U.S.) and worldwide. The Company's segments include Marmaxx and HomeGoods, both in the U.S., TJX Canada and TJX International, including Europe and Australia. The TJ Maxx and Marshalls chains sell family apparel, including footwear and accessories, home fashions, including home basics, decorative accessories, and giftware and other merchandise. The HomeGoods segment operates HomeGoods and Homesense chains. HomeGoods offers an eclectic assortment of home fashions, including furniture, rugs, lighting, soft home, decorative accessories, tabletop, and cookware, as well as expanded pet and gourmet food departments. The TJX Canada segment operates the Winners, HomeSense and Marshalls chains in Canada, offering a range of home decor, furniture, and seasonal home merchandise. The TJX International segment operates the TK Maxx and Homesense chains in Europe and the TK Maxx chain in Australia.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
