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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

BWLD Stock Ready to Break Major Resistance

Buffalo Wild Wings has overcome a decidedly negative post-earnings reaction. Now, BWLD stock is itching to move past technical resistance.

Williams-Sonoma: WSM Stock Trading Tips Before Earnings

Williams-Sonoma is scheduled to report fourth-quarter earnings this Wednesday. Here are the price levels in WSM stock that I am watching.

Foot Locker Stock Looks to Bounce Higher

Retailer Foot Locker announced solid fourth-quarter earnings, but right now I have Foot Locker stock as a hold. Does FL have an upside? Read more....

ARO, PSUN, AEO, ANF: Teen Apparel Stocks Have Tough Day

Investors soured on Aeropostale, Pacific Sun, American Eagle Outfitters and Abercrombie & Fitch, sending ARO, AEO, PSUN and ANF stock lower on Thursday.

Staples Closing 225 Stores by 2015

Staples stock sank on Thursday after Staples reported weak quarterly results and said it would close up to 225 North American stores.

Target: Where’s TGT Stock Headed Next After Executive Exit?

Target, still reeling from the hacker attack, is now seeing some movement in executives. TGT stock however has to prove itself, here are two levels to watch

United Airlines Cracking Down on Carry-On Luggage

United Airlines is stepping up enforcement of its carry-on bag size rules.

3 Auto Stocks Revving Their Engines

Tesla has dominated auto industry talk with its outstanding performance in the past year, but these 3 auto stocks are equally worth your attention.

Automakers: F Stock, GM at Critical Crossroads

General Motors and Ford are both attending the Geneva Motor Show, and with F stock and GM stock trading at technically significant levels, opportunity awaits.

5 Hot Cars to Watch at the 2014 Geneva Auto Show

The 2014 Geneva Auto Show will be open to the press on March 4. Here are 5 hot cars to watch at this year's show including the Audi TT.

MGA Earnings Help Send Magna Stock Into High Gear

Automotive supply giant Magna announced solid earnings and guidance along with a dividend increase, sending Magna stock soaring. Magna is a stock to buy

Winter Weather Dents GM, Ford Auto Sales

Harsh weather was blamed for lower February auto sales by GM, Ford and Toyota, though Chrysler and Nissan posted strong sales gains for the month.

6 Things to Know About the New Apple CarPlay iPhone App

At the Geneva International Motors Show this week, Apple will unveil its new CarPlay system, which brings Siri voice control to vehicle dashboard systems.

JCPenney Earnings Should Make You Run to Sell JCP Stock

J.C. Penney's surprise "earnings" were actually just lower losses, with much of the upside based on tax gains. The future for J.C. Penney stock is bleak.

5 Stocks to Sell in March

After February's rally, it's time to take money off the table in stocks whose prices are improving faster than fundamentals. See 5 stocks to sell in March.

TGT is Now Well Off the Mark: Sell Target Stock

Target's most recent quarter was a nice surprise to the upside, but its lowered forward guidance and poor metrics make Target stock a sell

Men’s Wearhouse Stock Looking Good For the Future

MW is locked in a takeover battle with its biggest competitor, but no matter the outcome, I still think you'll like the way Men's Wearhouse stock looks.

Trade of the Day: Delta Airlines (DAL)

Delta may seem a strange bullish options trade to be taking, given all of the recent flight cancellations…but that is precisely why we are recommending it.

Attorney: GM Recall Delay Responsible for Six Deaths

General Motors is being sued over deaths linked to a defect in certain cars that an attorney says GM knew about for a decade before issuing a recall.