TJX Companies

Crystal Temptations is recalling chocolate eyeball candy sold under its Crystal Temptations brand at Marshalls, TJ Maxx, HomeGoods and Sierra Trading Post after packaging failed to disclose milk, posing a risk of serious allergic reactions. The product was distributed in multiple states including Arizona, California, New Jersey and Texas. No illnesses have been reported; consumers are advised to destroy the candy and contact Crystal Temptations for a refund, while retailers will not issue returns. » More on cbsnews.com

The TJX Companies shares hit a 52-week low of $131.16 and are currently trading at $131.37, about 23% below the 52-week high of $170 and down 6.97% year-to-date. Technical indicators point to an oversold condition, and eight analysts have raised their earnings estimates. For Q2 of fiscal 2027, TJX reported adjusted earnings of $1.22 per share and revenue of $15.2 billion, both slightly above expectations, with comparable-store sales growth of 4% and an adjusted pre-tax margin of 11.9%. Analyst views are mixed: Jefferies cut to hold (price target $145), Bernstein reiterated outperform ($175) and UBS raised its price target to $198 with a buy rating. » More on de.investing.com

TJX reported Q2 comparable sales up 4% and adjusted diluted EPS of $1.22, driven by higher average baskets and strength outside Marmaxx. Management said Marmaxx suffered self‑inflicted merchandising execution issues but is improving in August and expects further recovery by the holiday season. HomeGoods comp sales rose 7% and TJX International and Canada each delivered mid‑single to high‑single comp gains; adjusted pretax margin expanded to 11.9%. Inventory was up 7% on the balance sheet, the company returned $1.3 billion to shareholders in the quarter and raised full‑year adjusted EPS guidance to $5.15–5.20 while increasing long‑term store potential to 7,500 and annual openings to ~4% starting next year. » More on finance.yahoo.com