Retail stocks have been active during the key holiday shopping season, with big moves Friday across various groups tracked by IBD. Ulta Beauty (ULTA) on Friday represented the No. 9-ranked specialty retail group as the stock gapped up and rose 3% to a 52-week closing high in heavy trade. It spiked as much as 7% early but pared half its gains. Shares are extended 7% from a 121.53 cup-with-handle entry.