Senator John W. Hickenlooper (D-Colorado) has sold shares of The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE:TJX). According to a filing disclosed on February 6, 2026, Hickenlooper sold between $50,001 and $100,000 in TJX stock on January 14, 2026. This transaction is part of a series of trades that the Senator has recently undertaken, reflecting a dynamic approach to his investment portfolio.
On the same day, Hickenlooper made other notable trades, including the purchase of shares in Eaton (NYSE:ETN) valued between $50,001 and $100,000 and the sale of Lowe’s Companies (NYSE:LOW) stock within the same price range. Furthermore, he acquired shares of Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) valued between $100,001 and $250,000.
TJX Companies Performance Overview
As of February 6, 2026, shares of TJX opened at $155.86. The company operates with a quick ratio of 0.43 and a current ratio of 1.09, indicating its liquidity position. With a market capitalization of $173.08 billion, TJX has seen its stock fluctuate between a 12-month low of $112.10 and a high of $159.48.
The company recently reported its earnings for the third quarter, showing a profit of $1.28 per share, surpassing analysts’ consensus estimate of $1.22. This performance reflects a 7.5% increase in revenue year-over-year, amounting to $15.12 billion, compared to the $14.80 billion expected by analysts.
TJX has also provided guidance for the fourth quarter of 2026, projecting earnings per share between $1.330 and $1.360. For the full fiscal year, it anticipates earnings per share in the range of $4.630 to $4.660.
Dividend Announcements and Insider Trading
In related news, TJX announced a quarterly dividend of $0.425 per share, set to be paid on March 5, 2026. Shareholders of record on February 12, 2026, will receive this dividend, representing an annualized payout of $1.70 and a yield of 1.1%. The current dividend payout ratio stands at 37.53%.
Insider trading activity has also been notable, with Amy B. Lane, a director at TJX, selling 500 shares at an average price of $151.40 on November 21, 2025. This sale resulted in a transaction value of $75,700. Following this sale, Lane held approximately 22,212 shares valued at around $3.36 million.
Additionally, Ernie Herrman, the CEO of TJX, sold 30,000 shares on November 20, 2025, for a total of $4,464,300. After this transaction, Herrman owned 535,143 shares, valued at approximately $79.63 million.
Over the past quarter, company insiders have sold a total of 54,863 shares valued at $8.23 million. Currently, institutional investors hold 91.09% of TJX stock, reflecting significant confidence in the company’s future.
Analyst Ratings and Market Outlook
Recent evaluations from analysts provide a positive outlook for TJX. Wells Fargo & Company has reiterated a “positive” rating with a price target of $150.00, while TD Cowen maintains a “buy” rating. Other brokerage firms, including Barclays and Bank of America, have set targets as high as $172.00 and $168.00, respectively.
Overall, the consensus rating for TJX stands at “Buy,” with an average price target of $163.86. As the retail landscape continues to evolve, TJX remains a key player, leveraging its business model of opportunistic buying to offer customers significant savings on brand-name merchandise.
This active trading by Senator Hickenlooper and the recent performance of TJX Companies highlight the interconnectedness of political and financial landscapes, underscoring the importance of transparency in financial dealings.