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Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: XLP, PM and KO
by Zacks Equity Research
A sharp rotation into consumer staples has lifted XLP, with Philip Morris and Coca-Cola benefiting from defensive demand in early 2026.
The Rotation into Consumer Staples: Defensive Strength in an Uncertain 2026
by Bryan Hayes
Staples have become one of the sole areas of relative strength this year amid broader selloffs, attracting record inflows as portfolios de-risk.
ETFs to Play as Investors Chase Diversification Amid Tech Rout
by Yashwardhan Jain
From "software-mageddon" to rising AI capex pressuring Big Tech, diversification via defensive and global ETFs gains focus.
The Walmart Effect: ETFs in Focus After WMT Joins the $1 Trillion Club
by Aparajita Dutta
WMT's rise to a $1 trillion market cap after a strong stock rally is putting Walmart-heavy ETFs firmly in the spotlight.
Defensive ETFs Beyond Gold: Where to Invest When Metals Cool
by Yashwardhan Jain
With gold and silver prices tumbling, discover defensive ETFs that help cushion portfolios beyond metals.
U.S. Consumer Confidence Slumps to Decade Low: ETF Areas to Play
by Sanghamitra Saha
U.S. consumer confidence hits a decade low. Defensive, quality & dividend ETFs like XLP, XLV, XLU, SPHQ & VYM may offer shelter.
Winners & Losers: The ETF Playbook to Glide Trump's Great Healthcare Plan
by Aparajita Dutta
Trump's Great Healthcare Plan redraws healthcare winners and losers - here's how ETFs like IHE could benefit as middlemen face pressure.
Q4 Earnings Approaching: Sector ETFs Under Pressure
by Sanghamitra Saha
Q4 earnings are near for some sectors facing pressure. Autos, Transportation and Staples ETFs CARZ, IYT, XLP look vulnerable.
With Markets on Edge, Defensive ETFs Deserve a Second Look
by Yashwardhan Jain
Rising geopolitical risks, Fed uncertainty and credit card policy debates make defensive ETFs worth a look.
Should You Invest in the State Street Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLP)?
by Zacks Equity Research
Sector ETF report for XLP