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7 Best ETFs to Buy Now for Defensive Stocks

We highlight some of the best defensive ETFs to buy in order to protect your portfolio from market weakness.

What Are the Best Sectors to Invest in for 2018?

The Energy, Consumer Discretionary and Technology sectors have been among the best sectors in terms of performance so far in 2018, and they are expected to continue this success for the remainder of the year.

5 ETFs That Will Beat the S&P 500 in Q3

The third quarter is a notoriously tricky time for stocks, but that doesn't mean you can't continue to profit. Here are some ETFs to buy to beat the market in Q3.

5 Top Stock Trades for Thursday Morning

Goldman Sachs could be nearing a bottom. Will trend-line support hold up for Micron and Square? These are just three of our five top stock trades for Thursday.

Low-Stress ETFs For Higher Returns

If you're looking for ways to make your portfolio more low-maintenance as you take in the summer sun, these low-stress ETFs are well worth a look.

The 7 Best Utilities ETFs

Utilities ETFs are typically less volatile and higher yielding than other sector funds; therefore, utilities ETFs can be accurate tells regarding investors' level of risk appetite in various market environments.

Trade of the Day: Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU)

A lower-value dividend combined with a generally bullish market should send prices on the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSEARCA:XLU) lower in the short term.

Traders Are Getting Chopped Up … Here’s the Plan for the Week Ahead

Largely speaking stocks continue to trade in ranges, but some winners are starting to separate from the crowd, one area being the utility stocks.

Are Investors Out of the Woods After the Recent Pullback?

February’s pullback seems to have broken the bullish spell that had enveloped Wall Street, and now investors have to start doing their homework again.

Trade of the Day: Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU)

Rising rates are bad for dividend-payers, and the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU) is likely to be in the crosshairs if inflation/interest rate expectations shift (as we expect) this week.

What Sectors Still Have Some Sizzle Left?

The best place to start is to see what sectors had sizzle to start with, which puts the spotlight on tech, financials and consumer discretionary.

Are Stocks Merely Bouncing to Lower Highs?

Last week's bounce in the SPY ETF brought back the animal spirits of traders, but it looks increasingly likely that stocks may only bounce to lower highs for the time being.

Trade of the Day: Utilities SPDR (ETF) (XLU)

I don’t think interest rates are going to go up that much at this point. So, I'm seeing an opportunity to profit on a bounceback in utilities after the bears overdid it on the downside.

Earnings Season Could Dampen the Stock Rally

Smart investors want to respect strong trends in markets, but this does not mean buy at any price. The SPY ETF is overbought for now.

6 Must-Have Retirement ETFs

These retirement ETFs can form the foundation to any well-diversified 401k or IRA plan. Here's what investors should know about each.

The Best (and Worst) Sectors in the Stock Market Today

In the stock market today, money flows into energy and financials as staples and utilities falter. Tech, for now, is still in good shape.

The 9 Best ETFs and Mutual Funds for a Bear Market

A major market pullback doesn't drag down every stock, fund or ETF with it. These nine mutual funds thrive when the market loses ground.

3 Utility Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Stability and Yield

These three utility stocks offer investors excellent opportunities for stability, as well as consistent income. Here's what you need to know about each.

7 ETFs That Can Make You Love Retirement

These seven ETFs give you broad diversification and solid income strategies so that you can live a comfortable retirement.