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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

Abercrombie & Fitch No Bargain Even After Store Closings

The struggling retailer continued its 40% year-to-date plunge after Friday's news of more store closings, but don't confuse it for a value buy.

Study: Consumers’ Favorite Grocery Stores

When it comes to purchasing groceries, consumers take convenience and prices seriously. But they consider other factors as well.

Study: America’s Favorite Gas Stations of 2012

When it comes to pumping gas, more people are turning to grocery stores and warehouse retailers. Here's a look at the most popular fueling stations in the U.S.

Is SodaStream the Next Green Mountain?

Short it if you can, or use covered calls or naked puts to play this fad stock.

Is BBBY’s Meltdown a Preview for Dick’s?

Amazon has sucked the life out of numerous retailers -- just look at Bed Bath & Beyond -- and Dick’s Sporting Goods could be next.

Now Is the Time to Sell Ford

Ford has run its course for the time being, with weaker sales in Europe and North America contributing to lower earnings.

J.C. Penney Stock On Sale to Investors

J.C. Penney is struggling to get their new pricing message across, and the end result is an unexpected management shakeup that still may not work. Sell JCP

The Real Unemployment Rate Is Nearly 15%

Reported unemployment is not the same as real unemployment. Here's what that means for investors.

Bernanke’s Markets Twist Again: Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

The Fed Open Market Committee opted to extend Operation Twist, and the stock markets reacted with a bit of a shrug, finishing mixed on the day.

US Airways-American: The Pros and Cons

With any airline merger, there are always pros and cons to the deal.The biggest loser in this one would be the consumer.

Burger King Stock Is Back — WITHOUT an IPO

Burger King is back in the public markets once more -- minus the IPO. Private equity still will make its money, but what should investors expect?

PetSmart: A ‘Best in Show’ Stock Buy

PetSmart continues to grow, and with strong results remains a solid buy for your portfolio

A Great Day Above the Surface — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

Microsoft's Surface announcement buoyed tech stocks and banks floated higher on Fed hopes, helping the broader markets to another day in the black.

Barnes & Noble Drops on Earnings, Surface

Barnes & Noble headed south Tuesday as the company reported disappointing Q4 earnings a day after Microsoft announced it was flying solo on a new tablet.

Costco Takes Control of Its Mexico Operations

It's buying the 50% it doesn't already own. The move is a win-win for several reasons.

The Obamacare Ruling: 5 Investing Scenarios

The Supreme Court's looming decision will surely create winners and losers among health care stocks. Here's an investor's guide to the possible outcomes.

Krispy Kreme No Longer a Sweet Treat

Krispy Kreme is a steady performer but with a lack of buying pressure in the stock it rates a sell signal for our portfolio.

Let Hershey Sweeten Your Porfolio

The ever-present confectionery company is among the giant consumer-staple standouts this summer. Here's why it's good for your financial health.

Safeway to Introduce Its Own K-Cup Coffees

Safeway will offer its branded coffees in K-Cup containers for Keurig single-serving coffee brewing machine from Green Moutain Coffee Roasters.