Retail chains categorized under the 'supermarket' theme primarily focus on offering a vast array of grocery and specialty foods. Key players in this space include names like Weis Markets, Inc., Ingles Markets, Inc., and Kroger. The grocery sector is witnessing heightened competition, particularly with the proliferation of digital platforms in the arena.
Tickers in Industry - $CASY, $TGT, $WMT, $KR, $IMKTA, $VLGEA, $WMK, $NGVC, $SFM
Notable Companies
The most prominent figures in this industry include:
Market Capitalization Overview
Group: The group's average market capitalization is a staggering $59.2B. The spectrum for tickers within the group ranges from a modest 284.7M, with NGVC at the lower end, all the way up to an impressive 433.3B with WMT claiming the top spot.
Supermarket Theme: In contrast, the supermarket theme has an average market capitalization of 48.4B. Valuations within this theme span from a mere 48.1K for IFMK to the mammoth 433.3B again dominated by WMT.
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Fundamental Analysis Ratings
The rating scale, where 1 indicates the best and 100 the worst, presents a comprehensive picture of the industry's health. This vital data assists in gauging the potential future growth and stability of these supermarket stocks.
The supermarket industry's stock performance over the last month offers a promising outlook, especially for investors who understand the dynamics of the grocery sector. The rise of digital offerings, the ongoing competitive environment, and the current volume and price growth metrics are all indicators that suggest a favorable scenario for stakeholders.
CASYÂ :Â On October 3, 2023, CASY breached its lower Bollinger Band, hinting at an imminent upward shift. Historically, in 25 out of 31 instances where CASY surpassed this threshold, its stock witnessed a price escalation in the succeeding month. With an 81% probability of maintaining this bullish trend, traders might contemplate purchasing the stock or exploring favorable call options. This pattern suggests a potential rally towards the middle Bollinger Band for CASY in the near future.
TGTÂ :Â Â On September 18, 2023, Target Corp (TGT) registered a negative shift in its Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) Histogram. Typically a bearish indication, this suggests potential stock depreciation in the subsequent days. Historical data from Tickeron's A.I.dvisor reflects that in 26 out of 39 occurrences when such a shift was observed, the stock trended downwards. Given this, there's a 67% likelihood that TGT might experience a decline in the coming days.
WMTÂ :Â On September 29, 2023, Walmart Inc. (WMT) breached its lower Bollinger Band, suggesting a possible upward trajectory soon. Historically, post such breaks, WMT experienced hikes in its stock price in 28 out of 41 instances in the subsequent month. Indicating a 68% probability of this bullish trend persisting, traders might contemplate capitalizing on this momentum either by purchasing the stock or evaluating call options. The anticipation is for WMT to rebound above the lower band and navigate towards the central band.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for CASY turned positive on October 08, 2024. Looking at past instances where CASY's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 44 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on October 24, 2024. You may want to consider a long position or call options on CASY as a result. In of 90 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
CASY moved above its 50-day moving average on October 08, 2024 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for CASY crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on October 08, 2024. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 18 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where CASY advanced for three days, in of 329 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 302 cases where CASY Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 56 cases where CASY's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where CASY declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
CASY broke above its upper Bollinger Band on October 28, 2024. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating low risk on high returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 74, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. CASY’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (3.959) is normal, around the industry mean (12.064). P/E Ratio (25.056) is within average values for comparable stocks, (36.044). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.144) is also within normal values, averaging (2.650). Dividend Yield (0.005) settles around the average of (0.034) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.809) is also within normal values, averaging (18.679).
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
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