Companies Reviewed:

HAS

MAT

GYMB

PLCE

URBN

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On the show today:
Margaret Whitfield, Analyst

Description:
On today's show, Margaret Whitfield of Sterne, Agee & Leach joins us to discuss her thoughts on toymakers and apparel retailers.

Stocks discussed:
Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE: HAS)
Mattel, Inc. (NYSE: MAT)
Gymboree Corp. (Nasdaq: GYMB)
The Childrens Place Retail Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLCE)
Urban Outfitters, Inc. (Nasdaq: URBN)

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