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Population growth is the lifeblood of all civilizations and societies. It is a carried promise of further development and prosperity in a nation. The U.S. is in fact in the midst of a mini baby boom and there are long term opportunities here for the looking. A record number of babies were born in the USA in 2007, according to early federal data that some demographers say could signal an impending baby “boomlet.”

The Gymboree Corporation (GYMB) is set to report earnings after the market closes on Wednesday, August 20th. The Gymboree Corporation, a specialty retailer, offers apparel and accessories for children under GYMBOREE, GYMBOREE OUTLET, JANIE AND JACK, and Crazy 8 brands, as well as play programs for children under the GYMBOREE PLAY & MUSIC brand.

Gymboree Investment Highlights

• Children's apparel has a necessary replacement cycle.

By nature, children's apparel needs to be replenished several times a year, usually by a mature female demographic with a propensity to spend on their children. Yes, the Gymboree brand carries higher price points than its publicly-traded specialty competition -  Carter's (CRI) and Children's Place (PLCE) - and the mass channel private labels.