Aneesha Sherman, Bernstein Research's U.S. apparel and specialty retail vice president, joins CNBC's 'Closing Bell' to discuss rising consumer sentiment, her retail outlook for the holiday shopping season, and more.
Simeon Gutman, U.S. retail analyst at Morgan Stanley, joins CNBC's ‘The Exchange' to discuss consumer sentiment, how rate cuts will affect retailers through the holiday season, and more.
Written last week, “Retail XRT continues to have my attention. I will follow her.
Most of the big-box retailers came up with an earnings or revenue beat or both.
In the Economic Modern Family, the most interesting sector is Retail XRT. After the strong consumer confidence, the ETF looks like a move over July highs should be followed.
The July Retail Sales report and August Johnson Redbook figures show strong consumer spending, benefiting consumer companies and supporting a soft economic landing. I reiterate the SPDR S&P Retail ETF a buy due to its attractive valuation, decent technicals, and diversified exposure to retail sub-industries. Despite historical September weakness, XRT's technical setup is favorable, with a rising 200-day moving average and potential upside if resistance at $80 is broken.
The SPDR S&P Retail ETF (XRT) remains in focus on Thursday after sector heavyweights Target (TGT), TJX Companies (TJX), and Macy's (M) reported earnings on Wednesday. The three retailers, which carry a cumulative weighting in the fund of around 4%, noted that while consumers remain prudent, there are signs of a rebound in discretionary spending in areas such as apparel and beauty.
The SPDR S&P Retail ETF offers diversified exposure to various sub-industries within the retail sector. The fund has gained momentum over the past year amid resilient economic conditions. Mixed signals from leading retailers and uncertain macroeconomic conditions could add to volatility going forward.