Daniel Jones

In response to news that Carl Icahn took a big stake in Family Dollar, both it and Dollar General saw their shares soar while Dollar Tree and Five Below inched up slightly. However, which of these businesses makes for the strongest prospect?

Shares of Francesca's Holdings plummeted after releasing earnings results for the first quarter of its 2014 fiscal year. Because of this drop in share price, is now the time to pounce on its shares on the cheap or would a stake in Urban Outfitters or Abercrombie & Fitch make more sense?

Heading into earnings, some investors are probably deciding what to do with FedEx. Will the company please or disappoint its shareholders and would United Parcel be a better way to play the logistics business?

After reporting revenue and earnings that fell far short of forecasts, shares of RadioShack plummeted more than 10%. Is now the time to buy into the distressed retailer or is it bound to fail while Best Buy becomes an attractive play?

After the news broke that Pilgrim's Pride had dropped its bid for Hillshire when Tyson offered to buy the company for $7.7 billion, shares of the company plummeted. However, if Hillshire does accept Tyson's offer, could Pinnacle Foods be the perfect takeover candidate?

After the news broke that Tyson Foods had put in a higher bid for Hillshire, the shares of Tyson Foods and Pilgrim's Pride fell hard while those of Hillshire and Pinnacle Foods moved higher. What does this deal mean for you and is there a way you can profit from it?

Heading into earnings, analysts have mixed expectations for Rite Aid. Is this a sign the company's future is also in doubt and that other drugstore chains like Walgreen and CVS are better prospects or is there still plenty of room to run for this retailer?

After news broke that Carl Icahn purchased 9.4% of Family Dollar, shares of the retailer soared. Is this a sign of better times to come, or is the company's adoption of its poison pill an indication that it will continue to lag Dollar General and Dollar Tree?

After news broke that UBS' positive outlook of Zynga caused shares to soar higher, is now a prime time to sell and get into King Digital, or does the developer still have room to run?

After news broke that Barron's could see shares of Office Depot skyrocket, the company's stock rose 4%. This came in spite of its problems in recent years, and even at a time when rival Staples is struggling. Is Barron's right, or is Office Depot still heading under?

No company can thrive if it can't capitalize on advantages. This is especially true with Rite Aid, which is in the midst of a turnaround. Are its strengths, such as its relationship with GNC Holdings, enough to help it fight off CVS Caremark and Walgreen?

After reporting poor sales metrics for the quarter, shares of Vera Bradley took a beating. Is this a sign that the company is going out of style and that other retailers like Michael Kors or Coach might be attractive plays, or is the business bound to see a comeback?

After Costco reported strong sales metrics for the month of May, shares barely budged. Is this a sign that Mr. Market isn't giving the retailer enough attention, or is it evidence that Whole Foods or Wal-Mart might be the way for investors to go instead?

Despite news that earnings are delayed and a restatement is coming, is Hertz a strong prospect moving forward? Or would investors be better off buying into United Rentals?

After news broke that a bullish options trader had come into the fray, shares of RadioShack soared. Should investors follow suit or would Best Buy be a better pick?

Heading into earnings, investors are probably wondering how RadioShack will fare. Is the company a good prospect at this point, or would a stake in Best Buy be far more sensible?

After news broke that Macau is growing slower than anticipated, shares of Melco Crown Entertainment, Las Vegas Sands, and MGM Resorts all tanked. Is this a sign that these companies will fall further, or do they have what it takes to deliver strong returns moving forward?

After news broke that Walgreen had a strong May, shares of the drugstore chain shot up. Is now an amazing time to buy into the company, or is it possible that Rite Aid or CVS Caremark are more attractive prospects?

After news broke that Pilgrim's Pride had upped its offer for Hillshire Brands, shares of the company skyrocketed; it seems like Mr. Market expects Tyson Foods to give a counteroffer. What does this mean for investors of Hillshire, and is it possible that Pinnacle Foods might be the best prospect of them all?

After reporting revenue and earnings that fell short of forecasts, shares of Dollar General jumped 4%. Is this a sign that the company is still undervalued or would Family Dollar or Dollar Tree be better prospects?