Final Trade: XLF, TLT, JPM, MSTR
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
XLF: Hold While Fed Makes Decisions
XLF offers strong exposure to large U.S. financial firms, with top holdings like Berkshire Hathaway, JPMorgan Chase, and Visa comprising 30% of the portfolio. Despite high valuations and fintech competition, XLF remains stable with long-term momentum, though high interest-bearing deposit costs and efficiency ratios pose challenges. Net interest margins are expected to decline with rate cuts, but loan demand should rise, making XLF a hold for now.
Finding opportunity in financials
Joe Terranova, senior managing director for Virtus Investment Partners, joins CNBC's 'Halftime Report' to discuss his top financials names to watch in 2025.
Should You Invest in the Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Financials - Broad segment of the equity market, look no further than the Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 12/16/1998.
Financial sector 'interesting' as economy begins to hum again, says Alger's Ankur Crawford
Ankur Crawford, Alger executive VP and portfolio manager, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss why Crawford is focused on the financials sector, if the pick up in capital markets has already been priced in, and much more.
Why has the SPDR Financial XLF ETF surged to a record high?
The Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF) has been in a strong bull run and is sitting at its all-time high as investors welcomed Donald Trump. The fund, which tracks the biggest companies in the financial services industry, has risen for five consecutive months, reaching a high of $49.55 on Wednesday.
Final Trades: Taiwan Semi, Palo Alto, Charter Comm. and the XLF
The Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.
Should You Invest in the Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Financials - Broad segment of the equity market, look no further than the Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 12/16/1998.
XLF: Slow Down With The Euphoria
Financials sector has the most small caps in the S&P 500, many with high growth expectations but not yet profitable. Concerns about the sustainability of prices due to current valuation and profitability issues in small caps. Caution is advised given the high valuation and potential risks associated with small-cap financial stocks.
Financial Sector Breakout Signals Strength: Is It Time to Buy?
The financial sector has surged to new heights, with the Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF NYSE: XLF breaking out to fresh 52-week highs on Friday. After spending over a month consolidating near previous highs, the sector's recent momentum signals the potential for further upside.
Q3 bank earnings on deck: Here's what to watch for
CNBC's Leslie Picker joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss what's in focus for third-quarter bank earnings, her recent interview with JPMorgan Chase president and COO Daniel Pinto, and more.
Financial Sector Outperforms S&P 500 Ahead of Major Bank Earnings
Since the start of this month, financial stocks have outperformed the S&P 500 Index as investors anticipate the upcoming quarterly earnings reports from major banks. The Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF, Financial) has been the second-best performing industry ETF, trailing only the energy sector.
