Big Lots stock soars as Covid-19 sales surge continues

Big Lots Inc. stock is soaring as the retailer continues to see a sales surge thanks to Covid-19. Columbus-based Big Lots reported Friday that comparable sales will likely be up by the "mid-to-high twenties" in percentage this quarter, which ends at the end of June. The strong numbers continue a protracted boost in sales at the company's, 1,400 stores during the coronavirus pandemic. Big Lots stock gained 27.2% at the news Friday, closing above $43 per share despite the Dow taking a 2.8% slide…