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Analyst Upgrades Discounter On 'Goldilocks Scenario,' But This Retailer Is Downgraded To 'Sell'

JUAN CARLOS ARANCIBIA
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J.P. Morgan upgraded Dollar General to "buy" on December 12, 2025, citing a "goldilocks scenario" where favorable market conditions could boost performance. Analyst Matthew Boss raised the price target from $128 to $166, implying a 25% upside. Roth Capital downgraded Costco to "sell," warning of weakening renewal rates and rising competition. The move deepens concerns about the retailer’s growth trajectory amid shifting consumer habits. Dollar General’s upgrade contrasts sharply with Costco’s downgrade, highlighting divergent retail sector outlooks. Discounters may benefit from economic pressures, while premium membership models face headwinds. The Dow Jones fell Friday as AI stocks, including Broadcom, plunged post-earnings, adding volatility to retail stock movements. Market sentiment remains mixed amid sector-specific shifts. A brief mention noted quantum computing risks to cryptocurrency security, though unrelated to retail analysis. The reference underscores broader tech-market intersections but lacks direct relevance to the upgrades.
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RETIREMENT: 3 Questions That Keep Millionaires Up At NightJ.P. Morgan Chase upgraded Dollar General (DG) to a buy rating Monday, citing a potential "goldilocks scenario." At the same time. Roth Capital downgraded Costco (COST) to a sell rating, adding to the membership retailer's slump.

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