The Latest Breaking News from Dollar Tree

The stock market major indexes are heading for a third day of losses. Drug stock hit a buy point and posted 172% sales growth in Q1.

Despite the macroeconomic uncertainties, retail sales continue to grow, evident from May’s 0.3% rise. With retail sales expected to grow between 4% and 6% this year, big box retailers Walmart (WMT) and Dollar Tree (DLTR) should benefit. Let’s compare these two stocks to identify the better buy.

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.63%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.16%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.98%. U.S. stocks this morning are mixed, with the Nasdaq...

The Dow Jones fell Thursday after a surprise drop in jobless claims. Nvidia soared 25% on "surging demand" for AI chips.

Some retailers may fare better in a recession, but not even Walmart would be spared if consumer spending slows.

The Dow tested support at the 50-day line on Thursday and Friday.

While the robust bullish options volume for Dollar Tree is certainly understandable, optimism for DLTR stock represents a mixed bag.

With consumers prioritizing value, they don’t mind big brand retail price wars.

The CNBC host has been an avid supporter of Tesla in the past.