The Top Ten Stocks for Jan. 8

The transcript discusses various companies' financial performances and market activities. It highlights the wine and spirits seller's record sales, Panera's potential activist interest, and the performance of retailers like Family Dollar and Costco. Yahoo's market gains and Aeropostale's forecast are also covered, along with Tesco's rating cut by Moody's. The transcript concludes with Herbalife's response to accusations and Valeant Pharmaceuticals' acquisition plans.

Which company is trading at a discount to its peers despite projected sales growth?

• Costco

• Family Dollar

• Panera

• Pier One

What was the reported decline in Family Dollar's first quarter earnings?

• 9%

• 8%

• 47%

• 23%

Which company reported a higher than estimated increase in same store sales for December?

• Aeropostale

• Tesco

• Yahoo

• Costco

What strategic move did Tesco's CEO announce to turn the company around?

• Increasing marketing budget

• Closing stores and asset sales

• Expanding into new markets

• Acquiring smaller companies

What accusation has been made against Herbalife by investor Bill Ackman?

• Market manipulation

• Tax evasion

• Pyramid scheme

• Insider trading