Retail stocks have long been a favorite sector for long-term investors. Why? Well, we all need to shop for things like groceries and clothes. Without these retail companies providing us with stores or websites, where would we get the things we need to survive? Because of this, retail stocks oftentimes provide a floor of safety and stability, as well as the potential for upside growth. These stocks are also a bellwether for the strength of the economy and consumer sentiment. When retail companies do well, it ...