Shares of retail-related consumer discretionary companies are trading lower as energy prices remain elevated, a Fed rate hike on September 16 becomes base case, and traders assess the outlook for more monetary tightening in 2026 and 2027 ahead of the crucial holiday season.

VSXY Dips 10% in the Past Month: Is the Pullback an Opportunity?

Victoria's Secret (VSXY) shares have declined 10% despite strong Q2 results showing 9% comparable sales growth, expanded margins, and positive customer trends. However, the stock trades above its historical valuation while facing headwinds from tariffs, transportation costs, and increased marketing spending. Analysts recommend a cautious approach, suggesting the pullback improves entry price but doesn't eliminate execution risks.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on American Eagle Outfitters, Lowers Price Target to $15

Barclays analyst Adrienne Yih maintains American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $17 to $15.

Telsey Advisory Group Maintains Market Perform on American Eagle Outfitters, Lowers Price Target to $18

Telsey Advisory Group analyst Dana Telsey maintains American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $20 to $18.

Telsey Advisory Group Maintains Outperform on Academy Sports, Raises Price Target to $63

Telsey Advisory Group analyst Cristina Fernandez maintains Academy Sports (NASDAQ:ASO) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $60 to $63.

Academy Sports and Outdoors shares are trading higher after at least four analysts raised their respective price targets on the stock after the company's Q2 financial results and raised FY26 EPS guidance yesterday.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Academy Sports, Raises Price Target to $55

Wells Fargo analyst Ike Boruchow maintains Academy Sports (NASDAQ:ASO) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $50 to $55.