The Opportunity for J.C. Penney Investors

In the following video, Fool analysts Jeremy Bowman and Isaac Pino take a look at the bull thesis behind J.C. Penney. The stock has been battered over the past year as same-store sales have tumbled and CEO Ron Johnson's revamp has struggled. But there could be a light at the end of the tunnel, and significant upside potential for the stock given its recent contraction. Industry peers have voiced their support for Johnson's model, and certain key indicators are pointing in the right direction. Check out the video to learn what you should look for.

J.C. Penney has been a train wreck whose comeback always seems just around the next earnings corner, but people are beginning to doubt if CEO Ron Johnson can weave the same magic that he did at Apple. For investors wondering whether J.C. Penney is a buy today, you're invited to claim a copy of The Motley Fool's new must-read report on the company. Learn everything you need to know about Penney's turnaround -- or lack thereof -- and as a bonus, you'll receive a full year of expert guidance and updates as key news develops. Simply click here now for instant access.

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