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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

Caterpillar’s Downward Crawl Clips Dow

Disappointing earnings report cuts out Caterpillar's legs, and Verizon slides despite solid earnings.

No Love at This (Radio) Shack

The stock is languishing, but there's still plenty of room on the downside. See the trade to profit from RadioShack's poor earnings.

Traders May Be Lovin’ McDonald’s After Earnings

McDonald’s announces its earnings on July 22 before the open and should have traders saying "I'm lovin' it." Here's why.

Nalco Soars, Ecolab Sinks on Merger Deal

Midday Stock Action Led By Nalco (NYSE: NLC), Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN), E*Trade (NASDAQ: ETFC).

Costco Shares Offer No Bargain for Investors

A pullback can be expected for Costco's pricey shares. What would that mean for Wal-Mart and Target stock?

Earnings May Be Just the Icing on CAKE Stock

Unless earnings severely disappoint today, technically strong Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) stock should go higher in the coming months.

All Hail Hyundai — New King of Brand Loyalty

Hyundai's not-so-basic base models, Japan's decline in production after tsunami put South Korean automaker over the Toyota, Honda humps.

Why Ross, TJX Stores Offer High Value At a Discount Price

With back-to-school just around the corner, retailers are watching the sales from Ross and TJX do exactly what analysts predict they wouldn't do -- start going sky high.

EU Pollution Fees Could Lower U.S. Airlines’ Upside

European Union's scheme clamping down on carbon dioxide emissions, and its associated fees, have U.S. airlines worried, fighting back.

3 Sectors Investors Should Pay Close Attention To

The financial, small cap and retail sectors may hold clues to the market’s next move.

3 Reasons Why JetBlue Stock Will Crash to Earth Soon

With its recent good news, it's easy to assume JetBlue stock is headed for a higher altitude. But here's why that's not likely.

Delta, Chinese Solar Stocks Sag to 52-Week Lows

European debt problems keep stock market guessing; Delta, JA Solar and ReneSola reach low points.

S&P 500 Barely Budges as Global Woes Persist

Sears, other retailers continue to enjoy success this week, but tech stocks are battered in the S&P 500's morning session.

Radiant Surges on NCR Buyout

Active stocks at midday included Radiant Systems (NASDAQ: RADS), News Corp. (NASDAQ: NWS), Anheuser-Busch Inbev (NYSE: BUD).

Auto Sales Are Better Than You Think

Don't fall victim to a "right here, right now" mentality. Though tepid, there's still growth in the auto sector. Here's the complete picture.

2 Options to Hedge the Downside Move

Two option trades to hedge market volatility include the Direxion Small Cap Bear 3X Shares (NYSE: TZA) and the SPDR S&P Retail (NYSE: XRT).

Unemployment Slams Jobs Services, S&P 500

Employment industry's Monster, Robert Half among losers as negative U.S. jobs report hacks away at S&P 500.

Markman: Consumers Are Cowering

Discretionary spending has taken a big hit.

6 Options for a Consumer Comeback

From Toyota to Saks, experts share six options trading ideas for strategically investing in the rebirth of the consumer.