Big Lots (BIG): Shares define bullish 'flag' pattern

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Big Lots (NYSE: BIG) is the largest broadline closeout retailer in the United States. Stores offer such staples as food, health and beauty products, plastics, furniture, toys, lawn tools, electronics, apparel and small appliances. The goods are generally products that have been overproduced, or discontinued, and are typically offered at 20-40 percent below discounters' prices. The company currently operates 1,354 stores in 47 states. Wholesale operations are conducted through Big Lots Wholesale outlets.

The firm pleased investors last week, when it reported Q1 EPS of 42 cents and revenues of $1.15 billion. Analysts had been expecting 36 cents and $1.14 billion. Management also guided Q2 EPS to 21-25 cents (23 cent consensus) and FY08 EPS to $1.80-$1.90 ($1.78 consensus). Wedbush Morgan subsequently reiterated its "strong buy" rating on the shares and Piper Jaffray upped its recommendation to "buy".

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