Dow Dips Over 100 Points; TJX Earnings Top Views
1. TJX reported fourth-quarter earnings surpassing estimates with $16.4 billion in sales. 2. Company's same-store sales rose 5%, driven by increased customer transactions. 3. Adjusted EPS of $1.23 exceeded the consensus of $1.16, indicating strong profitability. 4. Consumer staples sector saw a decline of 1.5%, which may impact retail sentiment. 5. Overall market indices had mixed performance, potentially affecting investor sentiment.