Consumer Discretionary Stocks Icon

Consumer Discretionary Stocks

Consumer discretionary stocks refer to a wide range of consumer goods and services generally considered non-essential. These include car manufacturers, luxury goods, hospitality companies, and more. Many of the biggest retailers fit into the consumer discretionary umbrella. As such, especially when the economy is strong, consumer discretionary stocks tend to shine.

Recent Consumer Discretionary Stocks Articles

Retail Stocks: What the Big Retailers’ Earnings Results Tell Us

We're not in a sector market anymore, which means you need to pick the RIGHT stocks. Here's how to play the trends for more gains.

Retail Stocks: A Laggard to Avoid

The smart money is staying away from this retailer. Here's why you should, too.

Major Headlines Mean Opportunities for Smart Investors

Last week was full of major headlines, Matt McCall takes a look.

4 Most-Disruptive Trends Powering Autonomous Vehicles

A giant, trillion-dollar business is about to radically change ... and make some people rich.

Tesla Stock: 3 Things You Need to Know Today

Prominent firms like Piper Jaffray are out there trying to get you to buy TSLA stock…but we at Growth Investor know better. The closer you look, the more dire things appear.

Hot Investing Trends Updates: IoT, EV, Streaming Video and Marijuana Legalization

From IoT to marijuana legalization, Matt McCall rounds up the latest news to help you make money in the world’s biggest investment themes.

5 Retail Stocks to Buy That Are Getting It Done

These days, retail is a bloodbath. But not all retail stocks are headed towards empty storefronts and bankruptcy. These five retailers have the goods to keep the profits coming.

Formula E: Inside the “Silicon Valley of Cars”

For those of us who love cars, it's easy to find out what the next generation will be like: Just check out the newest racecars. In the electric vehicle (EV) world, that means keeping your finger to the pulse of Formula E racing.

LULU Stock Stretches to New All-Time Highs

LULU stock hit a new all-time high of $191.44 on Monday. However, I don’t see Lululemon slowing down anytime soon. Here's why.

4 Retail Stocks to Buy in Time for the Back-to-School Rush

Amazon has done a number on the retail sector. But there's still plenty of attractive retail stocks to buy for this fall shopping season.

The 5 Best Stocks to Invest in Self-Driving Cars

Here are five of the best stocks to invest in that are leading the trend in self-driving cars ... besides Alphabet.

The 5G Revolution: A Trillion-Dollar Opportunity

Whoever controls 5G will essentially control the internet several years from now. So, the long-term investment potential is huge.

Profit on This Struggling Retailer’s Next Drop

This morning, I am recommending a bearish trade on Caleres, Inc. (NYSE:CAL), the global footwear retailer and wholesaler.

Electric Cars: Why Toyota Will Be the Envy of the World

The market for electric cars has become another Gold Rush. Thousands will try to get rich quick — but only a select few who play it smart will make a fortune.

Electric Cars: Rivals Are Teaming Up, It’s All About the ‘Jesus Battery’

Before they can meet the rising demand for electric cars, carmakers need to cut costs. And to do that, it's all about alliances. But for electric cars to really take off, it all comes down to the battery!

Taking Advantage of an Undervalued Target

Target (NYSE:TGT) looks like a real bargain right now, and we want to sell puts on it.

3 Biggest Ways AI Stocks are Changing the Game

Most people think of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution as something that’s theoretical — a technology that will affect things in the future. In actuality, though, it is already happening.

Why The Hot New Electric Car is a…Dyson

Most of you know Dyson for its vacuums, hand dryers and fans. But I, for one, have been waiting for its electric vehicle (EV) for years.

Set Yourself up for Profits With This Trade on the Retail Sector

This morning, I am recommending a bearish trade on SPDR S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:SPY).