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(XLY) has seen a price increase of 0.9% since Friday. The S&P 500 consumer discretionary sector index reached its highest level since January 2022, increasing by 0.8%.
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Monday, October 28
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Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY)
The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY) has seen a price increase of 0.9% since Friday. The S&P 500 consumer discretionary sector index reached its highest level since January 2022, increasing by 0.8%. Concurrently, the University of Michigan's Consumer Sentiment Index rose to 70.5 in October, surpassing expectations and suggesting improved consumer spending potential on discretionary goods. U.S. Durable Goods Orders fell less than anticipated, indicating resilience in certain sectors. Among the ETF's top holdings, Amazon, Home Depot, Tesla, McDonald's, and Chipotle contributed positively to performance. Notably, Tesla's price target was raised significantly by Canaccord Genuity following strong earnings, while McDonald's plans to resume Quarter Pounder sales after addressing food safety concerns. The Dow Jones Index also rose by 0.88%, reflecting broader market sentiment that may be influencing XLY's performance.