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Why Employment Data Affects Stock And Bond ETFs Differently

Economic data points on unemployment and Obamacare caused stocks and bonds to react differently last week. Take a look at which sectors were most effected

6 Charts Show the Running of the Bulls Isn’t Over Yet

We've updated 6 of our key indicators to see what the sentiment is on Wall Street, and for now we believe the bull market still has room to run

5 Charts Showing the U.S. Consumer Is Starting to Pull Back

Signs of weakness in consumer spending and behavior is showing up in stock and ETF prices for the 5 sub-industry consumer sector: be warned...

Risk Signals Building, But Tops Take Time to Build

Market signals may show short term weakness today, but if they continue to flash it could be cause for concern. Look at these charts for guidance and advice

The 3 Best Retail Buys to Make Right Now

Retail stocks are getting slaughtered this week, but that shouldn't stop you from buying in. Here are the 3 best ways to buy retail stocks.

What Valuations Are Trying to Tell Investors Right Now

Based on current valuations, the defensive consumer staples, utilities and healthcare sectors remain expensive. Where can you find better opportunities?

How to Play the Consumer Discretionary Stock Rally

Consumer discretionary stocks are having a banner year as measured by the gains in the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR IYX. Buy it on pullbacks

Are SPDRs Truly Your Best Sector Bet?

SPDRs are usually investors' first choice for sector ETFs, but an equal-weighted approach has provided a better "pure play" -- and higher historical returns.

Stop Fretting About a Market Correction

Is it really so difficult to imagine a 10% market correction in something that is up 280% in a little more than four years?

4 ETFs to Keep an Eye on This Summer

It might be a difficult summer for investors, but keep an eye on these 4 ETFs for possible entry prices and profit down the road.

Don’t Seek Safety in Peripheral Housing Plays

The recent weakness in homebuilding stocks might be a warning shot for investors in construction suppliers and home-goods retailers.

Apple? Just a Bite, Please: ETF Alternatives for Hot Stock Picks

This week, we look at bundling recent InvestorPlace stock picks such as Apple and Comcast into exchange-traded funds.

First-Half Sector Winners Offer a Hint of What’s to Come

Financials, healthcare and consumer discretionary stocks are sheltered from both China's economic weakness and rising bond yields, which bodes well for their second-half outlook.

The High Risk of ‘Safe Havens’

"Safe havens" such as bonds, gold and defensive stocks are lagging higher-risk investments in this selloff. What does this say about the market outlook?

Large-Cap Tech Stocks: The New Defensives?

Large-cap technology stocks such as Apple and Intel have been a shelter from the recent market downturn. Is this a blip or the beginning of a lasting shift?

Are You Missing the Boat on Share Buybacks?

While dividend-paying stocks have received the most attention in recent years, investors are missing the stronger returns of companies executing share buybacks.

What the Spike in Bond Yields Means for the Stock Market

U.S. Treasury yields have spiked, leading to some important shifts in the market. What can investors expect from stocks if bonds have entered a bear market?

Bundle Up Berkshire: ETF Alternatives for Hot Stock Picks

Consider bundling five hot names in Internet, housing, consumer discretionary and more via these exchange-traded funds instead.

Take Profits on (and Short) These 3 ETFs

The market seems to have reached a tipping point, and now a few exchange-traded funds and their respective components stand out as potential short opportunities.