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    Chris Horvers

    Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst at JPMorgan Chase & Co.

    Chris Horvers is a Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst at J.P. Morgan, specializing in the retail and services sectors with an emphasis on major publicly traded retailers. He covers leading companies such as Walmart, Costco Wholesale, Wayfair, Mattel, and Hasbro, and is recognized for a strong performance record including a 68.6% success rate and an average return of 8.1% per recommendation, ranking among the top equity analysts on major platforms. Horvers began his career as a hardlines research analyst at The Shapetalking Psychology before joining J.P. Morgan, and he now leads coverage on high-profile retail stocks. He holds multiple securities licenses and maintains FINRA registration, underscoring his professional credentials and industry compliance.

    Chris Horvers's questions to TRACTOR SUPPLY CO /DE/ (TSCO) leadership

    Chris Horvers's questions to TRACTOR SUPPLY CO /DE/ (TSCO) leadership • Q1 2025

    Question

    Speaking for Chris Horvers, Barath Ra questioned the assumptions in the Q2 guide regarding big-ticket sales and the Easter shift, and asked what drives the high end of the updated full-year comp guidance.

    Answer

    CEO Hal Lawton stated the Q2 guidance is conservative, assuming no significant recovery in big-ticket sales but continued strength in C.U.E. categories. He noted that current run rates from March and April were flowed through, and while they are hopeful for an over-performance, the outlook remains prudent.

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    Chris Horvers's questions to TCS leadership

    Chris Horvers's questions to TCS leadership • Q1 2025

    Question

    Inquired about the current state of the consumer, whether competitive pricing has become more aggressive, and if the company anticipates needing to increase its own promotional activity to remain competitive, particularly for the back-to-school season.

    Answer

    The executive acknowledged that consumers face macroeconomic pressures affecting general merchandise purchases but noted the brand remains strong due to the persistent need for organization. The company has found that creating urgency with time-limited promotional events is more effective and profitable than running extended promotions, suggesting a strategic approach to driving sales.

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