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Zacks highlights two retail and wholesale stocks with positive Earnings Surprise Prediction (ESP) figures ahead of their earnings reports. Boot Barn (BOOT) holds a #2 Buy rating with a +0.49% ESP before its November 4, 2026 earnings release, while Tractor Supply (TSCO) has a #3 Hold rating with a +11.11% ESP ahead of its October 22, 2026 report. Both stocks are positioned to potentially beat analyst expectations.

Tractor Supply Company (TSCO) is expected to report Q3 2026 revenues of $3.8 billion (up 2.3% YoY) but EPS is projected to decline 18% to 40 cents. While core merchandise demand, digital sales, and pet business initiatives should support top-line growth, cautious rural spending, softer discretionary demand, and higher operating costs are expected to pressure profitability. The company has an Earnings ESP of 0.00% and Zacks Rank #4 (Sell), suggesting limited likelihood of an earnings beat.

Eli Lilly, Tractor Supply Company, and American Express have each doubled their dividend payouts over the past five years. Despite varying yields and current market challenges, all three stocks maintain modest payout ratios, suggesting room for continued dividend growth. These companies represent attractive long-term investments for dividend-focused investors seeking both income and capital appreciation.