Another technical take, from Oppenheimer’s Ari Wald, suggests that homebuilders are also a good idea as investors lean into ...

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Diversification across these sectors can help investors navigate the complex market environment while positioning portfolios for potential outperformance in the coming quarter. As we approach the ...

The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) rose 23.3% in 2024, marking the first time the index posted back-to-back years of 20% gains or higher since the 1990s. There are 11 stock market sectors, but only three ...

The service industry encompasses a huge range of businesses and segments that otherwise don't fit together. Read on to learn more.

All three of the major U.S. stock-market indexes were trading higher Tuesday. Despite this, eight of the 11 market sectors were down. Tech was the best performing sector, with the S&P 500 Information ...

It may be time for investors to shore up portfolios with defensive stocks - but their appeal goes beyond just providing protection Some previously unloved corners of the U.S. stock market have quietly ...

Another surprisingly strong jobs report pushed U.S. stocks even higher ahead of Independence Day despite its implications for monetary policy and future rate cuts. The Big Beautiful Bill seems set to ...

In this section, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of how to evaluate franchise industry sectors and market trends, which is essential for prospective franchisees and franchisors alike.