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What Materials Stocks Reveal About the Rest of the Market

The Materials ETF (XLB) is approaching a 52-week high. Find out what the sector's next moves will reveal about market leadership and the outlook for economic growth. More 

3 Stocks That Could Still See a Short Squeeze

All in all, the bears are joining the bulls and short interest is waning fast. Still, these three stocks could soar from a short squeeze soon. More 

Utilities: Big Gains, But Rising Risks

The utilities sector has surged to a 15%-plus gain this year, but the group could suffer if the rally in defensive stocks peters out. More 

Investors Are Starting to Look Defensive

Markets are reacting to economic news released on Friday, but in the long term investors must be patient. Look for defensive plays including XLU, XLV and XLP More 

2 Tortoises That Look Ready to Win the Performance Race

Utilities, consumer staples stocks look attractive as investors get defensive and seek out better yield opportunities. More 

Stock Pickers Needed for this Market

As we look at the market in general, everything has been moving in the same direction. More 

Watch the Utilities for the Rally’s End

Don't chase utility stocks higher right now, but make it a daily fixture in your chart-watching habits -- it could say volumes about the market's next direction. More