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Amazon's logistics and transition to electric vehicles may be affected by Rivian Automotive's halt in production of electric delivery vans due to a parts shortage.
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Friday, August 16
XLY [+0.3%]
Key holdings have impacted the ETF's performance, notably Amazon, Tesla, and Airbnb, each experiencing significant declines. Amazon's logistics and transition to electric vehicles may be affected by Rivian Automotive's halt in production of electric delivery vans due to a parts shortage. Additionally, recent macroeconomic data, particularly a disappointing U.S. Building Permits report, has revealed a decline to its lowest level since June 2020, indicating a downturn in housing activity. This data suggests ongoing weakness in the housing market, which could further influence consumer discretionary spending reflected in XLY's performance.