TJX ( TJX +0.36% ) has been one of the best retail stocks to hold over the last few decades, and it continues to perform well for investors. The stock has increased by 154% over the past five years, when including reinvestment of dividends to purchase additional shares. TJX shares significantly outperformed the S&P 500 's 102% return. TJX has outperformed the S&P 500 over the last three- and one-year period as well.
A $10,000 investment made in December 2005 would be worth roughly $357,670 today, assuming dividends were reinvested in additional shares. These returns reflect a resilient retail business that consistently delivers solid financial performance, regardless of the economic environment. Here's more behind TJX's unique business strategy and why it remains a solid long-t

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