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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

Restaurant Stocks a Little Overcooked Now, But Still Tasty

Several restaurant stocks are reaching new highs, but that's no reason to cash in now -- the sector as a whole could be building significant, lasting growth.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: A Million New iPads Sold in a Day?

Also, Apple's partnership with five major film studios shows progress towards cross-platform media streaming.

Overall Retail Sales Hit New Record

Retailing performed across the board in February, slightly exceeding analysts’ estimates, with vehicle and apparel sales particularly strong.

Playing Buffalo Wild Wings with Options

Buffalo Wild Wings could get a jolt from March Madness, making this bull call spread a winning options trading idea.

American Eagle Flies Into Resistance

Options activity shows confidence in AEO shares post earnings.

Can Taco Bell Take Down Chipotle?

Yum! Brands' Taco Bell is taking a page out of Chipotle's playbook with the higher-priced Cantina Bell menu. CMG and its $400 stock could be in trouble.

Monday Apple Rumors: Apple Planning New $304M Campus

With funding from the Texas Enterprise Fund, AAPL is laying plans for the construction of a $304M Austin campus -- a facility that might support 3,600 new jobs.

9 Goods Seeing Sky-High Price Inflation

The rising cost of oil and supply-demand imbalances are boosting the prices of a slew of goods.

Skinner’s Toughest Challenge: His Succession

CEO Jim Skinner has almost quadrupled McDonald's stock since coming aboard, but MCD now faces looming challenges that he might be ill-equipped to overcome.

American Airlines Still Fighting a Losing Battle

American Airlines parents AMR Corp.'s decision to freeze some of its pension plans rather than axing them is admirable, but ultimately will hamper its recovery.

Best Buy Doomed to Lose Online, Despite Flashy New Hire

Best Buy's flashy new hire has a great resume -- just not for e-commerce. Here's why he's not the guy to lead BBY's digital strategy.

Friday Apple Rumors: Netflix Now Available Through iTunes

Netflix subscriptions are now directly available for Apple TV owners -- a partnership that will further Apple's entry into the streaming content market.

Retail Earnings: A Mixed Bag

Hot Topic, Buckle, and others surprise to the upside, while Stein Mart slips.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Apple Targeted by Justice Department

The U.S. government is threatening antitrust litigation over e-book pricing -- alleging collusion on a sales model hostile to competitors.

Is This the Spark Green Vehicles Need?

Obama's 'All-of-the-above' alternative fuels push is raising hopes. But even if Congress approves, it'll be years before companies see the benefits.

Costco Is No Bargain Stock

Costco's customer loyalty and membership fees give it consistent revenue. Too bad its stock is so pricey now. Buying on a fallback is the way to go.

Ford’s Mulally Earned Every Cent of His Bonus

Ford Motor (NYSE:F) Chief Executive Alan Mulally just landed a $34.5 million stock award. And why not? After all, he's helped engineer one of the…

9 Food Stocks Investors Should Eat Up

There are a number of big-name food stocks that are thriving despite challenging conditions.

Is Apple Eying Your Car?

A recent job posting hints that Apple might be looking to expand its automotive offerings.