Specialty Retail Stocks Under Scanner -- Pier 1 Imports, Michaels Cos., Sally Beauty, and Tractor Supply

NEW YORK, April 21, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --

Stock-Callers.com directs investors' attention to the Specialty Retail industry, which consists of companies that are engaged in the operation of stores and dealerships concentrated on a single product. In this morning's lineup are the following equities: Pier 1 Imports Inc. (NYSE: PIR), The Michaels Cos. Inc. (NASDAQ: MIK), Sally Beauty Holdings Inc. (NYSE: SBH), and Tractor Supply Co. (NASDAQ: TSCO). You can access our complimentary research reports on these stocks now at:

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Pier 1 Imports  

Shares in Fort Worth, Texas headquartered Pier 1 Imports Inc. rose 2.77%, ending Thursday's trading session at $7.05. The stock recorded a trading volume of 2.47 million shares. The Company's shares have gained 8.13% in the last one month. The stock is trading 1.30% and 18.80% above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, respectively. Moreover, shares of Pier 1 Imports, which engages in the retail sale of decorative accessories, furniture, candles, housewares, gifts, and seasonal products, have a Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 51.91.

On April 12^th, 2017, Pier 1 Imports reported financial results for Q4 and fiscal year ended February 25^th, 2017. For Q4 2017, net sales were $528.4 million; gross profit totaled $206.9 million; selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses were $148.5 million; and operating income was $44.8 million. For FY7, net sales were $1.828 billion; gross profit totaled $697.3 million; SG&A expenses were $587.8 million; and operating income was $54.9 million. Visit us today and download your complete report on PIR for free at:

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Michaels Cos. 

Irving, Texas headquartered The Michaels Cos. Inc.'s stock climbed 1.31%, closing the day at $23.89, with a total trading volume of 1.43 million shares. The Company's shares have advanced 10.91% in the past month, 9.44% in the previous three months, and 16.82% since the start of this year. The stock is trading 10.23% and 2.72% above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, respectively. Additionally, shares of Michaels Cos., which owns and operates arts and crafts specialty retail stores in North America, have an RSI of 76.20.

On March 27^th, 2017, research firm Piper Jaffray downgraded the Company's stock rating from 'Overweight' to 'Neutral'.

On April 19^th, 2017, Michaels Cos. and Pinterest announced a partnership to launch Make It Kits, a unique kit, which includes all the necessary supplies to help anyone, from a beginner to a more experienced crafter, make one of the most trending projects on Pinterest. Exclusive to Michaels, the co-branded Make It Kits was developed using Pinterest insights and trends, along with Michaels' product expertise and e-commerce capabilities. The complimentary research report on MIK can be accessed at:

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Sally Beauty  

On Thursday, shares in Denton, Texas headquartered Sally Beauty Holdings Inc. recorded a trading volume of 1.78 million shares. The stock ended the day 0.60% higher at $19.98. The Company's shares are trading below their 50-day moving average by 5.43%. Furthermore, shares of Sally Beauty, which together with its subsidiaries, operates as a specialty retailer and distributor of professional beauty supplies, have an RSI of 41.19. Register for free on Stock-Callers.com and download the PDF research report on SBH at:

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Tractor Supply  

Brentwood, Tennessee headquartered Tractor Supply Co.'s stock gained 1.34%, finishing yesterday's session at $64.91, with a total trading volume of 2.00 million shares. The Company's shares are trading below their 50-day moving average by 7.63%. Shares of the Company, which operates rural lifestyle retail stores in the US, have an RSI of 35.74.

On April 11^th, 2017, Tractor Supply announced the completion of its national rollout of the Neighbor's Club loyalty program, expanding to the entire chain of 1,600 plus stores. Through the program, the Company is able to thank participating members for their business, provide them with rewards and special offers, learn more about their purchasing trends and interests, and ultimately increase customer loyalty to Tractor Supply stores.

On April 12^th, 2017, research firm JP Morgan downgraded the Company's stock rating from 'Overweight' to 'Neutral'. Get free access to your research report on TSCO at:

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