U.S. indices were trading lower Tuesday amid macro uncertainty due to COVID-19 concerns. Investors also weighed today's Home Depot (NYSE: HD) earnings and a drop in retail sales.
U.S. indices had a mixed day of trading Friday following better-than-expected jobs data. The unemployment rate for July came in at 5.4%, which was below the 5.7% estimate.
Shares of Ross Stores (NASDAQ:ROST) saw some unusual options activity on Friday. Following the unusual option alert, the stock price moved up to $121.23.
After a few quarters of sales growth significantly outpacing inventory additions, the two were closer to parity at retailers specializing in general merchandise and household goods during the fiscal first quarter, which concluded at the end of April. While stock levels are beginning to improve, it appears it may take retailers a while to rebuild positions to normal historical levels.