đź›’ XLY Falls Amid CPI Surprise and Tariff Fears, Newegg Plunges on Weak Sales Outlook | Retail Sector Insights
(XLY) dropped 1.2% Tuesday as inflation and trade tensions rattled markets. June’s CPI came in above the Fed’s target, reinforcing expectations of sustained higher rates—pressuring consumer spending outlooks. Key XLY names like Home Depot, Tesla, and Lowe’s traded lower.
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Tuesday, July 15
XLY [-1.2%]
Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY)
The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY) has seen a notable decline of 1.2% during market hours on Tuesday. This movement coincides with the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) for June, which reported a year-over-year increase above the Federal Reserve's target, raising inflation concerns that may affect consumer discretionary spending. Additionally, President Trump's announcement of new tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico could further strain sentiment within this sector. Among XLY's holdings, significant contributors to its performance included Home Depot, Tesla, and Lowe's, all of which experienced declines. Notably, Booking Holdings Inc's subsidiary, OpenTable, has launched an AI-powered assistant aimed at enhancing user experience in restaurant bookings. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 Index has also dropped, reflecting broader market sentiment that may be impacting XLY’s performance.