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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

Ulta Salon an Easy Way to Beautify Your Portfolio

Ulta shares are up almost 100% for the year, with the stock recently hitting a 52-week high.

Navigating a Bear Market

Economic conditions and stock trends point to a bear market. Here are strategies for dealing with the situation.

The Sector to Watch for Clues

If this relative outperformer turns lower, then the market is likely to follow.

4 Reasons to Return Sears Shares This Season

The mid-market retailer is caught in between stronger rivals above and below. And with a sub-par holiday shopping season shaping up, SHLD could slide further.

Thai Flood Washes Over Several Sectors

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3 Reasons Airline Stocks Are Expensive at Any Price

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5 Signs Pointing to Fewer Presents Under the Tree in 2011

A host of disturbing consumer headlines foretell a rather bleak holiday shopping season for retailers -- and the broader market.

10 Retail Stocks For The Holiday Season

While there are stocks that will suffer this winter due to poor sales, 10 companies offer investors a stellar buying opportunity.

Chipotle Stock Likely to Crash — Even If Market Doesn’t

Take a look at the business, the charts, even history -- numerous signs point to CMG's vulnerability.

Chrysler’s IPO Should Hit the Fast Lane

Parent Fiat says it’s in no rush for a Chrysler public offering, but it should be -- the third-largest U.S. automaker is on a roll.

3 Reasons Toyota Isn’t Ready for a Comeback

With numerous macroeconomic conditions still weighing in, here are three reasons why TM won't dust itself off very soon.

Top 5 Blue-Chip Stocks to Buy

There are two great sectors to play now -- and these are their finest blue-chip offerings. Pick up these shares before it's too late.

Should You Buy the Dow — Wal-Mart

One of America's most successful retailers, Wal-Mart (WMT) continues to impress, though its stock is a bit pricey.

2 Auto Parts Stocks To Drive For The Dividends

Auto parts stocks got a bounce with the rest of the market on Thursday. But Johnson Controls JCI and Magna are worth driving for the dividends, too.

Screaming Short: Chipotle Mexican Grill

The company's valuations are out-of-whack by even the most generous metrics. Buy put options or short the stock directly -- just short it right here, right now.

Liz Claiborne Shifts Its Focus Uptown

The company is betting on its upscale brands to revive its fortunes.

General Motors a Better Bet Than Ford

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Make a Leap From Limited to Gap

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Darden Is a Leaner, Meaner Restaurant Stock Than Yum Brands

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