Even with the skeletal staffing in New York, comments are trickling in from analysts about the strong holiday season. Several companies have been mentioned multiple times this morning as notable winners: Abercrombie & Fitch, which appears to be continuing to win market share;

Ann Taylor and Limited also strong, as was Coach, Deckers (with strong Uggs sales), and Signet Jewelers, owner of Kay Jewelers, #1 jewelery seller in the U.S.