Expense ratios and portfolio structure set these consumer staples ETFs apart, with each offering a distinct approach to sector exposure.

The Consumer Discretionary sector of the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS) was established in 1999 to represent cyclical industries. XLY is an attractive sector ETF with many choices ...

There's nothing particularly special about Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF, though it does have very low costs. What's special is the sector in which it invests. That's why a $500 investment, which will ...

Dealmaking has been slow across sectors to start the year. However, dealmaking in the consumer sector could pick up later this year, said Michael Layman, managing director at TSG Consumer Partners. “I ...

Consumer spending will be solid again next year, boosting stocks in discretionary sectors as well as consumer staples, according to analysts at Goldman Sachs. The firm expects discretionary cash flow ...

In late 2023, Bain Capital was quite busy in the consumer sector. In September, the Boston-based firm closed on the acquisition of Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chão from private equity firm Rhône ...

Expense ratios, sector focus, and portfolio makeup set these two consumer staples ETFs apart for investors seeking the right ...

XLY offers investors targeted exposure to cyclical consumer goods/services U.S companies. Consumer confidence remains stable, indicating potential positive momentum for the retail sector. XLY offers a ...

Looking at the sectors faring best as of midday Thursday, shares of Healthcare companies are outperforming other sectors, up 0.5%. Within that group, Molina Healthcare Inc (Symbol: MOH) and West ...

The worst performing sector as of midday Monday is the Utilities sector, higher by 0.5%. Within that group, AES Corp (Symbol: AES) and American Water Works Co, Inc. (Symbol: AWK) are two of the day's ...

In a survey, 57% of dealers selected higher consumer confidence as what would most likely aid growth in the market.