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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
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.
The Cold Hard, Truth Behind Walmart Sales
Walmart's apparent sales struggles shouldn't be written off. They are a huge red flag for the economy and consumer staples sector as a whole.
Consumer Staples No Longer a Sure Bet
Stocks in the consumer staples sector are seen as being a defensive option if the markets hit turbulence, but high valuations are making the outlook less certain.
It’s an ETF Picker’s Market
In some sectors, it just doesn’t pay to go stock shopping when you can buy the ETF instead. But that's some -- not all. Here are a few examples.
2012’s Final Trading Days: What to Watch
A sharp drop-off in volume and news flow in the coming weeks means individual investors shouldn't sweat the small stuff. Just monitor the bigger market picture.
Your Best Sector Bet Going Into Year’s End
Mean reversion would seem to favor a rebound in utilities during the last month of 2012, but this sector looks better suited for a year-end rally.
5 ‘Gotta-Have’ Consumer Stocks
These five consumer stocks are powered by brands that have loyal followings, even in the face of cheaper alternatives.
Are Your ETFs as Diversified as You Think?
ETFs should offer diversified exposure, but what happens when one or two stocks are running the whole show? It happens more than you think.
S&P Sector Performance Since the Highs
The S&P 500 topped almost exactly five years ago. A sector-by-sector look at performance since then may offer clues about where we're headed.
The Best Trades for QE3
The Fed is coming! The Fed is coming! Prepare now by considering these medium-term trades in three areas that will likely rise on the next round of easing.
5 Ways to Slurp Up Coca-Cola’s Success
If you want to invest in Coca-Cola's global brand, you don't have to go straight for KO. Check out these five other ways to cash in on the popular pop.
We’re All Euro Traders Now
Since late July, almost all major asset classes have moved in lockstep in response to cues from the euro. What does this tell us about the outlook for stocks?
Which Sectors Should Outperform for the Rest of the Year?
September kicks off a volatile period, creating opportunities for traders and investors. Find out what sectors are the most likely to outperform the market.
An Interesting Week in Review for Investors
Action by the European Central Bank helped move the markets during the week, and several stock rises suggested investors may be on the offensive
3 ETFs Breaking Away From the Pack
Which sectors are positioned as better breakout leaders? The answer points to three ETFs that could make much stronger moves than others.
The Markets Are Holding Onto a Thread
A look at the trading world around us shows a number of red flags for equities -- specifically, the major U.S. indices.
What Sectors Will Work in QE3?
Market performance following past quantitative easing announcements might provide a clue as to which sectors will perform best in the month ahead.
