Ross Stores is a top retail pick if recession hits, says Cowen By: MarketWatch February 09, 2016 at 09:34 AM EST Cowen & Co. favors off-price retailers in the event of a recession, and Ross Stores is the bank’s top choice. Read More >> Related Stocks: Amazon.com Ross Stores Sotheby's Holdings TJX Companies Tiffany & Co Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.