In a recent report, analysts at Credit Suisse outlined their 2015 outlook for Consumer stocks. Here’s a breakdown of their top stocks to avoid in 2015.
- Clorox Co (NYSE: CLX): Analysts see record-high valuation levels and below-average top-line and bottom-line growth for Clorox. Price target- $90.00 (-15.9 percent)
- Kellogg Company K 1.16%: Analysts see a growing trend by consumers away from cereal and toward higher-protein breakfast alternatives, and they predict another year of below-average earnings growth for Kellogg in 2015. Price target- $62.00 (-7.2 percent)
- The Fresh Market Inc TFM 2.42%: Analysts are worried about the long-term growth potential of The Fresh Market, increased competition in the space, and the high valuation of the stock. Price target- $34.00 (-17.9 percent)
- J C Penney Company Inc JCP 0.5%: J C Penney’s list of problems include shrinking margins, slowing growth, and…
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