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Don’t Like Alcoa? Don’t Worry, XLB!

Does Alcoa's crappy second-quarter earnings have you skittish about materials as a whole? Don't let it get to you, especially if you own XLB. More 

ETF Alternatives for Last Week’s Hot Stocks

Here are some excellent ETF alternatives to the telecom, restaurants, healthcare, specialty retail and chemical stocks that our writers discussed last week. More 

Where’s the Line in the Sand for This Selloff?

The Select Sector Energy SPDR might be the most important security to help you determine how long this market correction can continue. More 

Where to Find Opportunities in the Summer Doldrums

Take a look at which sectors have outperformed in the summer months during the past 10 years, and which have lagged. The results might surprise you. More 

8 Critical Charts for the Week Ahead

Watch these indicators for a sign of how far the market will fall. The question they raise is: Are we facing something more than a garden-variety correction? More 

7 Technical Levels That Could Signal a Breakdown

The technical picture could deteriorate quickly with one or two more negative sessions. These are the key levels to watch in four major indices and three ETFs. More 

Investors’ Blueprint for Another Euro-Crisis

Election results in France and Greece indicate the European debt crisis might again haunt the markets. Here are three opportunities for investors. More