Should You Invest in the State Street SPDR S&P Retail ETF (XRT)?
Looking for broad exposure to the Consumer Discretionary - Retail segment of the equity market? You should consider the State Street SPDR S&P Retail ETF (XRT), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on June 19, 2006.
Holiday Spending: Tariffs May Nudge Prices, but Not Shoppers
The holiday shopping season is kicking into full gear, and this year tariffs are again shaping the economics of the checkout line. After months of shifting trade rules, merchants appear ready to navigate the turbulence without derailing demand.
Retail Sector ETF (XRT) Fails 50-Day Moving Average —Pay Attention
Retail Stumbles Below Support The Retail Sector ETF (NYSEARCA: XRT) just lost its grip on the 50-day moving average, a key short-term support level that often marks the line between healthy pullbacks and trend reversals.
XRT: Retail Sector Earnings Roundup, Analyzing The Winners And Losers
Despite the recent uncertainty relating to tariffs, most retailers have performed better than expected. The earnings season was marked by an initial surprise from Walmart when the retail giant noted that prices would increase as a result of tariffs. Other retailers, however, such as Home Depot offered a more positive outlook.
XRT: Resilient Retail Amid The Tariff War
I reiterate my buy rating on XRT, supported by resilient consumer spending and a bullish seasonal period for retail stocks. XRT's valuation remains attractive at a 15.3x P/E, with improved momentum and strong June-July historical performance. The ETF offers diversified exposure to retail, with a focus on small and mid-cap Consumer Discretionary stocks and a higher-than-average dividend yield.
Gerald Storch: Companies that rely heavily on commodities will do well with new tariffs
Gerald Storch, former Target vice chairman, joins CNBC's 'Money Movers' to discuss how retail companies will adapt to tariffs, how supply chain structure impacts tariff impact, and more.
2 Sector ETFs To Watch: Retail (XRT) and Semiconductors (SMH)
On Monday, the Retail Sector ETF (NYSEARCA: XRT) went green. However, as I wrote last night, we still do not know if “in the current bearish phase, we know that short covering and premature buyers cause whipsaws.
Will Retail Sector ETF (XRT) Make A Higher Low?
The Retail Sector Indicator has been reliable. In late January, early February, while everyone was still so bullish, the Retail Sector ETF (NYSRARCA: XRT) failed at its high of the January 6-month calendar range and then its 50-daily moving average.
Stock Market Update: What's Next For Retail Sector (XRT)?
This is a big week for data concerning the consumer. PCE inflation price data is coming out Friday.
A retail acceleration is needed to hit the sector's annual guidance, says Telsey Advisory Group CEO
Dana Telsey, Telsey Advisory Group CEO, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the current state of retail, where investors should go in retail, and much more.
XRT: Retail Has Been Under Pressure. It Will Likely Stay That Way
Evaluating SPDR S&P Retail ETF as an investment option at its current market price, focusing on its alignment with the S&P Retail Select Industry Index. Retail can offer significant "alpha" for well-timed buys, but I've been cautious and reluctant to gamble on this sector. Despite reasonable performance over time, retail gains pale compared to the broader market, justifying my focus elsewhere.
The Retail Sector (XRT) Weakness Remains; Sell Rallies?
Market volatility is showing up in fits and starts and some important sectors are underperforming. While Tuesday I wrote about the strength of junk bonds in the face of risk off ratios (TLT treasury bonds vs.
