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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

Stay Away From This Subprime Debt Company

Credit Acceptance Corp. has a solid business model and impressive free cash flow, but growth looks to be slowing.

Retail Stocks: Don’t Take That Victory Lap Yet

Today's report of blowout February retail sales puts a cherry on the top of months' worth of great sector news, but before you give the bull even more chain, look ahead.

Should I Buy Yum! Brands? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Health scares in China put the jitters into YUM shareholders, but the company's ability to consistently generate earnings and produce blockbuster products will see it through.

Is JCPenney the Next Woolworth’s?

Ron Johnson continues to drive JCPenney further into the red, making it seem increasingly possible that it will share the same fate as another once-great retail titan: Woolworth's.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: Apple’s iTV Delayed Until 2014

A Jefferies analyst says Apple's iTV coming next year; Apple takes a 65% share of global mobile app revenue; Qantas passengers to get iPads for entertainment.

Retirement Planners: Here Are Your Next Possible Moves

The market might be red-hot right now, but you can stay active in your investments without getting burned.

Get Behind Ford Via Call Spreads

Positive news on the Chinese auto sales front helped Ford stock resume its multimonth uptrend, making its cheap options look even more attractive.

Amazon Faces Opposition Over Bid to Grab Web Names

Authors, publishers and rivals are denouncing Amazon's bid to purchase the .book, .author and .read domains from ICANN.

Top 10 Used Cars Under $10K

Ford has placed four vehicles on this year's list from Cars.com of the most affordable and reliable used cars under $10,000.

Hot Topic Buyout Doesn’t Mean Deckers, Aeropostale Are Next

Hot Topic got a lucky buyout from private equity firm Sycamore Partners, but don't bet on such a windfall for other struggling retailers.

You’ve Bought a Stock … Now Build a Portfolio

This week's series for young investors discusses the importance of a diversified portfolio, as well as four qualities to consider when selecting new stocks.

3 Days, 3 New Highs — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

The Dow Jones set its third high-water mark in as many days as falling initial jobless claims helped prop up stock markets yet again.

Soap and Toothpaste Are Crushing the Market

Colgate's recent announcement of a 2-for-1 stock split amid all-time highs is just the latest show from the hard-charging consumer staples sector.

Cool Ranch Taco Delay Causes Taco Bell Revolt

Some local delays in the launch of the new Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos by Taco Bell is causing rage among fans.

Moms: Take Unsafe Ingredients Out of Kraft Mac & Cheese

Two moms with food blogs are petitioning Kraft to remove yellow dyes from its iconic Macaroni & Cheese meals.

Sears, JCP Pull Ads From ‘SNL’ Over Offensive Skit

The American Family Association is urging advertisers to boycott 'Saturday Night Live' after a skit featured Jesus as a murderer.

Wednesday Apple Rumors: Apple to Miss Q2 Guidance?

Citigroup is predicting that Apple's Q2 revenue will miss its own estimates; Apple debuts a low-priced iMac for schools; and Ferrari adds Siri voice controls.

3 Retail Stocks Changing Direction Heading Into Earnings

These three retailers are all making big pivot moves right now, meaning investors should keep an extra close eye on their upcoming fourth-quarter reports.

Does Anyone Win in the Martha Stewart Trial?

The retail trial of the century pits Macy's against Martha Stewart and JCPenney. Who will come out on top in this three-ring circus? Let's take a look.