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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

Rebound in Business Travel Lifts Airline Stocks, Weighs on Margins

Business travel flights from airline stocks is improving, but carriers like United, Continental, Delta and American need to keep an eye on margins despite better corporate flight sales.

Airlines Get the Message, Boost On-Time Performance

Companies ratcheted up their efficiency last year in the wake of government fines if they didn't.