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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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Amazon's alleged new smartphone may not seem like a smart move, but the retail giant is repositioning itself to reap the reward of the mobile world.
This Year’s Air Show Winner: Boeing, But …
... Airbus’ coming Alabama plant could redefine the battle. Plus, the 2012 show earned no victory laps.
AMR’s ‘Merger Review’: Playing Hard to Get
CEO Tom Horton is at least trying to look standoffish to US Airways, which is still the most likely suitor to win this company's hand in marriage.
70 Things That Might Cost More Thanks to Surging Corn Prices
As corn prices soar thanks to a Midwest drought, consumers could see price hikes in a slew of everyday products.
Slowdown in China? No One Told Automakers
While every other industry bites their nails over China's slowing growth, the auto industry can't seem to figure out what all the fretting is about.
J.C. Penney’s Slippery Slope Shows No Sign of Slowing
J.C. Penney is opening up some new-look stores in time for back-to-school season, but will it bring back customers?
4 Robust Retail Stocks for Tough Times
Same store sales are the measure of means for retailers, and these four just came through the quarter with improved numbers, so jump on their bandwagons
PepsiCo’s Smart — but Late — Bet on Yogurt
Indra Nooyi wants to increase the percentage of Pepsi's healthier fare over the long term. Her problem is investors are tired of waiting for results.
For VW and Porsche, a High-Octane Deal
The tie-up will allow both venerable German carmakers to benefit. VW gets another coveted luxury brand, and Porsche gets access to efficient production.
Big Short Plays Tied to Government Actions
Government action mandating benefit cuts is sure to affect the market, but how? It will mean less money in the economy -- and less spending on consumer staples.
Did Kohl’s Rally on a Short Squeeze?
Its tempered outlook was still better than the Street's forecast. Given KSS's recent plunge and the high short interest, someone was clearly surprised.
Behold the Global Sports Portfolio
There's no better time than summer to create a global sports portfolio. I've cobbled together 16 of the best sports-related businesses from around the world.
Good News Isn’t Enough: Thursday’s IP Market Recap
U.S. markets ended the day mostly mixed as strong economic news wasn't enough to build momentum on a slow trading day after the July 4th holiday.
4 Takeaways From June Auto Sales
The industry posted a much-stronger month than expected, but global slowdowns bode ill for carmakers.
Lock and Load (Up) on Gun Stocks
Smith & Wesson and Sturm Ruger can't keep pace with demand. With their solid fundamentals and reasonable valuations, both are worth owning.
Let the Fireworks Begin: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap
Markets rallied on two bits of strong economic news in a holiday-shortened trading session.
Automakers Post Strong Sales in June
Automobile manufacturers reported strong June sales in the U.S., with GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan and Volkswagen all reporting gains.
Wal-Mart vs. Visa: Which Highflier to Buy?
Both stocks are surging to all-time peaks, but one has better prospects for keeping the recent momentum going.
