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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.
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Faulty Airbags Lead to Massive Japanese Auto Recall
Defective airbag systems made by Takata Corp. from 2000 to 2002 have forced Toyota, Honda, Nissan and Mazda to recall 3.4 million cars around the world.
Personal Care Companies: 2 to Buy, 1 to Sell
Avon and the broader personal care industry have been on a tear so far in 2013, but that doesn't mean all are a buy. Take a look at two winners and one dud.
Meet the 97-Month Car Loan
Terms for auto loans are growing longer as car prices rise and buyers look to lower monthly costs in a lackluster economy.
Automakers Not Just Selling, But Sharing
Millennials, once thought to become the prime market opportunity for vehicle sales in five to 10 years, are more interested in sharing a car than buying one. That has automakers scrambling.
Should I Buy Dick’s Sporting Goods Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons
Dick's Sporting Goods has a solid long-term track history, but has been struggling in recent months. Is it a buy? Here are three pros and three cons.
The 5 Worst Airlines of 2012
U.S. airlines posted their second-highest overall performance rating in 23 years in 2012, but the industry still had some stinkers. These were the five worst.
Top 5 Things to Remember Before Tax Day
The Walmart Foundation, United Way, National Disability Institute and Goodwill Industries have compiled a list of things taxpayers should keep in mind.
KFC to Make Biggest Product Launch in Decades
KFC is trying its biggest product change in history: its switching to boneless chicken.
It Feels Like It’s Time to Short Chipotle, But …
The popular restaurant chain is outrageously overvalued, but shorting is dangerous. Investors are safer playing options on CMG instead.
Samsung Experience: It’s Great … Just Not for Best Buy
Samsung has announced plans to open 'Samsung Experience' mini-shops within Best Buy, but the benefits seem pretty one-sided.
3 Reasons the ‘Amazon Tax’ Won’t Kill Online Retailers
While the New York Supreme Court's ruling on online taxation is a setback for e-tailers, they have a number of other advantages over brick-and-mortar stores.
JCPenney CEO Hit With Massive Pay Cut
JCPenney CEO Ron Johnson did not receive a bonus or stock award for 2012, trimming his annual compensation significantly from 2011's $53.3 million.
GM Makes Bold Claims for New Pick-Up Trucks
General Motors is touting higher fuel economy for its new Chevy Silverado trucks compared to best-selling rival F-Series trucks from Ford.
Whoops! Macy’s Typo Allows Shoppers to Score $1,500 Necklace for $47
A catalog typo had retailer Macy's selling a $1,500 gold necklace for about 3% of the price.
‘Foodbabe’ Blogger Gets Wish: Chipotle Discloses What’s In Its Burritos
Chipotle announced it would disclose all of its ingredients and pledge to remove GMOs and other unhealthy ingredients on its menu, pleasing a popular food blogger.
New York Auto Show Winners and Losers
It’s auto show time again, which means new vehicles are making their 2013 debut in New York City. Could any of the big automakers get a push from their new offerings?
What’s Driving Daimler’s Recent Underperformance?
Daimler -- a contender in InvestorPlace's Best Stock of 2013 contest -- has struggled lately even as most auto stocks have enjoyed steady gains.
Walmart Lockers: Not As Dumb As They Seem
Walmart has taken a page out of Amazon's playbook by debuting pick-up lockers. While it might seem an odd move for a retailer with so many physical locations, the strategy has merit.
Panera Tries Pay-What-You-Want Menu Item
Fast food chain Panera is experimenting with "pay what you want" for it's turkey chili in all 48 St. Louis-area locations.
