We're downgrading a retail stock

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We're downgrading a retail stock

TL;DR

  • Investors are rotating out of tech stocks into value-oriented areas, causing the S&P 500 to fall.
  • Key economic releases this week include October retail sales, November employment report, and November's consumer price index.
  • Costco's stock has lagged the market, and customer membership renewal rates are decreasing, leading to a downgrade to a hold-equivalent rating.
  • Evercore ISI initiated coverage on Honeywell and GE Vernova with buy ratings, citing growth potential.
  • The CNBC Investing Club downgraded GE Vernova to a 2 rating after booking profits following its recent rally.