CONSUMERS STA (XLP)
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The Preferred Defensive Sector – Utilities, Not Consumer Staples
While some investors might be expecting consumer staples to rebound and become the preferred defensive sector of choice, utilities still look like the top dog.
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Market Cap
141.79M
PE Ratio
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Volume (Avg. Vol.)
13.49M
Day's Range
$75.43 - $76.00
52-Week Range
$65.18 - $77.82
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$1.94 (2.57%)
XLP Stock Predictions, Articles, and CONSUMERS STA News
Start Browsing Consumer Staples Stocks for Fairly Priced Defense
The consumer staples sector has underperformed in 2014, bringing valuations down to more reasonable levels. The time to buy the sector is nearing, but...
Risk Signals Building, But Tops Take Time to Build
Market signals may show short term weakness today, but if they continue to flash it could be cause for concern. Look at these charts for guidance and advice
What Valuations Are Trying to Tell Investors Right Now
Based on current valuations, the defensive consumer staples, utilities and healthcare sectors remain expensive. Where can you find better opportunities?
Dump These 3 Spooky Blue-Chip Stocks Now
Sellers in October fared well, and selling off these 3 blue chips right now is another good move for the remainder of the year
3 Best ETFs to Own Until You Die
These are the best ETFs to buy and hold forever, because the stocks you gain exposure to are, quite frankly, fundamental to human existence.
For the Rally to Continue, These 3 Sectors Need to Rebound — and Soon
The broader market remains near record territory, but the XLF, XLU and XLP are making lower highs. Here's what that means for the rally's sustainability.
Procter & Gamble Primed for a Sizable Move
Procter & Gamble doesn't often appear on traders' radars, but the past five days of near-flat-lining is increasing the odds of a meaningful move, and soon.
Consumer Staples: Is More Pain on the Way?
Consumer staples stocks have lagged the broader market since the beginning of May. What will it take to get the staples sector moving higher again?
Are SPDRs Truly Your Best Sector Bet?
SPDRs are usually investors' first choice for sector ETFs, but an equal-weighted approach has provided a better "pure play" -- and higher historical returns.
3 Battered ETFs. 1 Fund Worth Saving.
Three big-name defensive sectors have been lagging the market in a big way for months, but one is worth picking up off the ground right now.
The Massive Repercussions of Rising Treasury Yields
The sharp rise in Treasury yields has led to massive disruptions in the stock market, blurring the lines between rate sensitivity and more sustainable, fundamental trends.
First-Half Sector Winners Offer a Hint of What’s to Come
Financials, healthcare and consumer discretionary stocks are sheltered from both China's economic weakness and rising bond yields, which bodes well for their second-half outlook.
The High Risk of ‘Safe Havens’
"Safe havens" such as bonds, gold and defensive stocks are lagging higher-risk investments in this selloff. What does this say about the market outlook?
Large-Cap Tech Stocks: The New Defensives?
Large-cap technology stocks such as Apple and Intel have been a shelter from the recent market downturn. Is this a blip or the beginning of a lasting shift?
Defensive Sectors Are Showing Signs of Weakness
Traditional defensive stocks like healthcare, utilities, and consumer goods are starting to show signs of weakness, and caution is advised at this point
What the Spike in Bond Yields Means for the Stock Market
U.S. Treasury yields have spiked, leading to some important shifts in the market. What can investors expect from stocks if bonds have entered a bear market?
6 Stock Charts You Need to Watch in May
Here are the stock charts to watch for trading opportunities in May, as well as a few that can provide insight into the health of the broader market.
What Materials Stocks Reveal About the Rest of the Market
The Materials ETF (XLB) is approaching a 52-week high. Find out what the sector's next moves will reveal about market leadership and the outlook for economic growth.
Investors Are Starting to Look Defensive
Markets are reacting to economic news released on Friday, but in the long term investors must be patient. Look for defensive plays including XLU, XLV and XLP
