Investors have every reason to expect that this holiday season will be even better for retailers than the last one. Low unemployment, rising wages and strong consumer confidence provide prime conditions for spending. The calendar is ideal, too, with Thanksgiving coming early and Christmas coming late. Finally, with many chains no longer in business, the remaining retailers have more business to pick up. Toys “R” Us, Sports Authority, RadioShack, The Bon-Ton, Payless Shoes, H.H.

Source: Wall Street Journal December 14, 2018 12:00 UTC