Big Lots

Big Lots, Inc. engages in the operation of retail stores. It operates through the Discount Retailing segment which includes merchandising categories such as furniture, seasonal, soft home, food, consumables, hard home, and electronics, toys, and accessories. The company was founded by Sol A. Shenk in 1967 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

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BIG reports Q1 results, focuses on cost savings and liquidity

BIG's Q1 performance reflects a focus on cost savings and liquidity management. While facing macroeconomic challenges, the company is making strides in improving margins and capturing additional savings. The suspension of the dividend and reduced store openings indicate a cautious approach to capital allocation.

BIG reports challenging Q2 but sees growth opportunities ahead

BIG's Q2 performance was challenging, but sequential improvement and strategic actions are driving a turnaround. The company's focus on resonating with customers, communicating value, and investing in an omnichannel experience positions it for future growth.

BIG exceeds Q3 guidance, anticipates continued improvement in 2024

BIG's Q3 performance showed resilience with improvements in key metrics. The company's strategic actions and cost-saving initiatives are driving positive momentum. Despite challenges, BIG is well-positioned for continued improvement and growth.

Big Lots addresses challenges, eyes growth through strategic initiatives

Big Lots navigated challenges in Q4 2023 with a strategic approach to address consumer behavior shifts and product shortages, focusing on margin improvement and business model strengthening.
Efforts to mitigate the impact of United Furniture closure, improve inventory management, attract more customers, and enhance customer solutions demonstrate adaptability and resilience.
While facing ongoing challenges in the consumer environment and financial performance, Big Lots is leveraging opportunities in product offerings, marketing, and operational efficiency to drive growth and profitability.

Big Lots anticipates turnaround with cost-saving initiatives and margin enhancements

Big Lots faces challenges in sales and margins but is optimistic about improvements ahead. The company is focused on cost-saving efforts, liquidity management, and strategic initiatives to drive growth and profitability. With identified savings and opportunities, Big Lots aims to enhance margins and attract customers from competitors.

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Big Lots, Inc. engages in the operation of retail stores. It operates through the Discount Retailing segment. The Discount Retailing segment includes merchandising categories such as furniture, seasonal, soft home, food, consumables, hard home, and electronics, toys, and accessories. The company was founded by Sol A. Shenk in 1967 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

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Benzinga's Stock Wars series matches up two leaders in a major industry sector, with the goal of letting readers decide which company is the better investment. In this week's installment, we present a duel between two of the leading U.S. discount retail chains: Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE:BIG) and Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:OLLI).

Stock Wars: Big Lots Vs. Ollie's Bargain Outlet

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Big Lots' (BIG) Operation North Star and omni-channel initiatives bode well.

Big Lots (BIG) Omni-Channel & Transformation Efforts Bode Well

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Retail name Big Lots Inc (NYSE:BIG) has climbed up the charts for the better part of the year with support from the 20-day moving average guiding shares higher since breaking out past their autumn 2020 highs.

Big Lots Stock Could Keep 2021 Momentum Going

The shares of retail concern Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG)  are up 1.6% at $71.82 at last check, after earlier hitting an all-time high of $72.27.

Bull Signal Says Big Lots Stock Has Even More Room to Run

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Big Lots (BIG) has been gaining from e-commerce advancement and growth across assortment categories.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for spring, Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) is inviting everyone to live a little bigger outdoors with the launch of its largest-ever lawn and garden assortment in stores nationwide and online at BigLots.com. With over 900 square feet of designated store space for more than 1,200 quality, name brand outdoor furniture pieces and accessories at exceptional values including Broyhill and Real Living – Big Lots is the ultimate warm weather destination for every backyard and patio need.

Spring into Summer: Big Lots Unveils its Largest-ever Lawn, Garden and Patio Assortment at Unmatched Prices

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) today announced it will be participating in the BofA Securities 2021 Consumer and Retail Technology Conference, which will be a virtual event this year. Bruce Thorn, President and CEO of Big Lots, Jonathan Ramsden,...

Big Lots To Participate In The BofA Securities 2021 Consumer And Retail Technology Conference

Big Lots' (BIG) fourth-quarter performance gains on rise in comparable sales in most categories as well as growth in e-commerce platform.

Big Lots (BIG) Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates, Comps Rise 7.9%

Big Lots, Inc. (BIG) CEO Bruce Thorn on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Big Lots (BIG) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 3.60% and 0.13%, respectively, for the quarter ended January 2021. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Big Lots (BIG) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates

Big Lots Inc. (NYSE: BIG) said on Friday that its profit in the fiscal fourth quarter came in better than what analysts had anticipated. Its same-store sales, however, fell shy of estimates in Q4.

Big Lots reports better than expected profit in the fiscal fourth quarter

Shares of Big Lots Inc. rallied 4.1% in premarket trading Friday, after the discount retailer reported a fiscal fourth-quarter profit that beat expectations and same-store sales that missed, amid a weaker-than-expected December, but provided an upbeat first-quarter outlook. Net income for the quarter to Jan. 30 rose to $98.0 million, or $2.59 a share, from $93.8 million, or $2.39 a share, in the year-ago period.

Big Lots stock surges after profit beat, upbeat same-store sales outlook

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) today reported net income of $98.0 million, or $2.59 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2020 ended January 30, 2021, which compares to the company's guidance, as provided on January 13, 2021, of...

Big Lots Reports Record Full Year Performance

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) today announced that on March 4, 2021 the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per common share for the first quarter of fiscal 2021. The dividend will be paid on April 2, 2021, to...

Big Lots Announces Quarterly Dividend On Common Stock

Big Lots (NYSE:BIG) releases its next round of earnings this Friday, March 05. Here is Benzinga's essential guide to Big Lots's Q4 earnings report.

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Big Lots' (BIG) fourth-quarter fiscal 2020 performance has most likely been driven by its transformation efforts, including the Operation North Star strategy.

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Big Lots (BIG) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth

Big Lots has been overlooked by investors as a slow-growing cousin of bigger brands in the bargain retail space.

Big Lots: A Late Bloomer In The Bargain Retail Space

Despite a rough 2020 fiscal year for many retailers on the market, Big Lots held up really well. The company's revenue surged as customers flocked to its stores and e-commerce portals.

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