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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

Will the J.C. Penney Rally Last?

Based on low volume and a bit of short covering, there is no way the JCPenney rally will continue. If you own this stock, hit the eject button ASAP.

Best Buy’s Not-So-Best Quarter

Problems keep stacking up, and little relief is in sight. Even if effective, the new CEO will need lots of time to get a turnaround going. Stay away.

Best Buy Profit Plunges, Suspends Guidance

Best Buy shares fell as the company posted second-quarter results that missed Wall Street estimates and withdrew its guidance for the year.

Nike Is a Great Stock at Too Much Cost: I Would Sell

Nike is selling for well in excess of what it is worth, and even though they've pushed prices up to the maximum and will unveil a new line, the price is high

The Best and Worst Airlines in June

The best and worst airlines are measured by performance in three areas: on-time flights, mishandled baggage and complaints.

The Wristwatch Is Still Ticking

As the smartphone generation finds a new fashion statement, it's providing a boost for the watch industry. Here's how to profit from an idea whose time is now.

Can Retail’s Rally Keep It Up?

The retail sector's strong second quarter, along with some promising economic data, are promising signs. But they shouldn't be overstated.

Best Buy Rejects Buyout, Taps New CEO, Shares Tumble

Best Buy announced on Monday that it had named turnaround expert Hubert Joly as its new CEO, after rejecting further buyout talks with Richard Schulze.

Dollar Tree Gets Trimmed for Its Dour Outlook

Does its lowered guidance for future earnings signal a warning for the deep-discount segment -- or is it just a one-company problem?

Toyota Hits the Straightaway at Full Speed

Coming out of last year's slippery curves, it's charging to the front. The new Camry is off to the races, and TM could easily retake the global sales title.

Retail Titan Showdown: Wal-Mart or Target?

Wal-Mart and Target both announced decent earnings and revenues during the week, and investors won't go wrong owning either brand, but if you must choose ...

Facebook Down, Stocks Up: Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Nasdaq leads the rally on Cisco's earnings and dividend hike, even as Facebook tumbled during its first lockup period expiration.

Office Supply Stocks: The End of an Era?

Best Buy might suffer from showrooming, but at least that gets customers in the door. Big-box office supply chains don't even enjoy courtesy visits anymore.

Should I Buy Wal-Mart? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Its latest report shows why the stock is vulnerable now. A slowing global economy and ever-stronger competition aren't good for a stock priced so high.

Wal-Mart Tops Profit, Misses Revenue Estimates

Wal-Mart reported second-quarter earnings that narrowly topped Wall Street estimates, but missed on revenue, sending its shares lower.

Target’s Target is Due North

Target pleased with its Q2 report, though sales grew at a slight expense to margins. The next plan of action? Canadian expansion.

Target Beats Q2 Forecasts on Flat Earnings

Target posted second-quarter earnings, flat compared to last year, that topped Wall Street expectations and raised its profit outlook for the year.

8 Cheap Cars the Filthy Rich Love to Drive

When it comes to their cars, the wealthiest Americans are cheapskates.

Stocks Barely on Track: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

Stocks started on the way up in the morning on good foreign and domestic news, but gave up some in the afternoon. The Dow barely finished up for the day.