SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities (ARCA: XLU)

最新ニュース SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities (ARCA:XLU)

SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities

Utilities

In seeking to track the performance of the index, the fund employs a replication strategy. It generally invests substantially all, but at least 95%, of its total assets in the securities comprising the index. The index includes securities of companies from the following industries: electric utilities; water utilities; multi-utilities; independent power and renewable electricity producers; and gas utilities. The fund is non-diversified.

NextEra Energy Inc.

Southern Co.

Duke Energy Corp.

Constellation Energy Corp

American Electric Power Co. Inc.

Sempra Energy

Dominion Energy Inc.

Public Service Enterprise Group Inc.

Pg&E Corp.

Exelon Corp.

Vistra Energy Corp.

Xcel Energy Inc.

The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

<p>Dip-buying remained absent in early Friday trading in New York, with Wall Street deep in the red as global trade war fears continued to escalate, despite the March jobs report showed continued signs of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44645518/strong-jobs-report-offers-hope-but-will-it-be-enough-to-counter-tariff-turmoil">U.S. labor market resilience. </a></p>
<p>The U.S. economy added 228,000 jobs in March—the strongest gain since December 2024—sharply beating expectations of 135,000, according to figures released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.</p>
<p>Still, the report did little to calm nerves. Investors fear it may be the last strong print for a while, with the economic impact of rising tariffs expected to seep into the data in the coming months.</p>
<p>The unemployment rate ticked up just 0.1 percentage points to 4.2%, remaining low by historical standards, while wage growth broadly aligned with forecasts. Average hourly earnings rose 0.3% month-over-month and 3.8% year-over-year.</p>
<p>Wall Street remained deep in the red after China announced a retaliatory 34% tariff on U.S. goods—matching the rate imposed by President <strong>Donald Trump</strong> on Wednesday—intensifying fears of a full-blown trade war.</p>
<p>Trump took to Truth Social on Friday. "Great job numbers, far better than expected. It's already working. Hang tough, we can't lose!"</p>
<p>He added. "China played it wrong, they panicked," and reassured investors: "This is a great time to get rich—richer than ever before!"</p>
<p>Investors are now on edge, awaiting remarks from Fed Chair<strong> Jerome Powell</strong> at 11:25 a.m. ET on Friday, hoping for any hint of a dovish shift in policy tone.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wall Street In Bloodbath: Could Powell Halt The Bleeding? </h3>
<p>Here's how the key benchmarks moved at the open:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>S&amp;P 500</strong>, tracked by the <strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), was down 2.9% by 9:55 a.m. in New York.</li>
<li><strong>Dow Jones Industrial Average</strong>, tracked by the <strong>SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>), fell 2.6%, officially entering correction territory after falling more than 10% from its late-2024 peak.</li>
<li><strong>Nasdaq-100</strong>, tracked by the <strong>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), fell 2.9%, hitting a 20% decline from all-time highs, entering a bear market. </li>
<li><strong>Russell 2000</strong>, represented by the <strong>iShares Russell 2000 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>), fell 4.1%. </li>
</ul>
<p>Every sector traded in the red, with heaviest losses concentrated in <strong>Energy</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>), down 5%, and <strong>Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>), down 4%. </p>
<p>While stocks continued to slump, bonds attracted haven flows. Yields on 10-year Treasury notes fell by 10 basis points to 3.94%. The popular <strong>iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLT#NASDAQ">TLT</a>) rose 1.5%. </p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Top Performers Among Mega-Caps</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>American Tower Corporation</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) rose 1.80% to $232.30.</li>
<li><strong>Duke Energy Corporation</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUK#NYSE">DUK</a>) gained 1.25%, trading at $125.59.</li>
<li><strong>Amgen Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) advanced 1.18% to $313.50.</li>
</ul>
<p>The biggest underperformers included:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Citigroup Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>) dropped 7.63% to $58.24.</li>
<li><strong>Capital One Financial Corporation</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>) fell 6.75% to $152.97.</li>
<li><strong>The Boeing Company</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) declined 6.67%, closing at $140.84.</li>
<li><strong>Intel Corporation</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) slid 6.47% to $20.98.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Read now: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44645681/jpmorgan-raises-recession-risk-to-60-as-largest-us-tax-hike-in-60-years-hits-global-economy">JPMorgan Raises Recession Risk To 60% As &#8216;Largest US Tax Hike&#8217; In 60 Years Hits Global Economy</a></strong></li>
</ul>
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<p><em>Photo: Shuttertock</em></p>


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Tech

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AMGN

SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust

INTC

SBUX

iShares Trust Barclays 20+ Year Treasury Bond Fund

Nasdaq 100 Enters Bear Market, Dow In Correction Territory, Traders Await Fed Chair Powell's Remarks

<h3>Gainers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">79.01</td>
<td align="right">0.09</td>
<td align="right">0.11</td>
<td>45.0K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">83.87</td>
<td align="right">-2.87</td>
<td align="right">-3.31</td>
<td>379.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">46.19</td>
<td align="right">-1.50</td>
<td align="right">-3.15</td>
<td>1.9 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">185.42</td>
<td align="right">-5.61</td>
<td align="right">-2.94</td>
<td>18.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">190.00</td>
<td align="right">-5.23</td>
<td align="right">-2.68</td>
<td>137.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)</td>
<td>Materials Select Sector SPDR</td>
<td align="right">80.87</td>
<td align="right">-2.21</td>
<td align="right">-2.67</td>
<td>21.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">122.62</td>
<td align="right">-3.23</td>
<td align="right">-2.57</td>
<td>32.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">90.99</td>
<td align="right">-1.54</td>
<td align="right">-1.67</td>
<td>17.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">142.00</td>
<td align="right">-1.13</td>
<td align="right">-0.79</td>
<td>27.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">81.55</td>
<td align="right">-0.47</td>
<td align="right">-0.58</td>
<td>138.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">40.60</td>
<td align="right">-0.22</td>
<td align="right">-0.54</td>
<td>12.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> the above sector movers alert assists traders in understanding macro-level trends and market variations. Traders will look for sector movers providing information on sectors that are over- or under-performing, deriving these results into investing decisions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>For more information on sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Pre-Market Outlook

Movers

XLRE

Select Sector SPDR-Consumer Discretionary

Leading And Lagging Sectors For April 4, 2025

<p>Wall Street just got a wake-up call. According to JPMorgan analyst <strong>Maia G. Crook</strong>, the probability of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/recession">a U.S. recession</a> has surged to 60%, up from 40% last month, thanks to the latest round of tariff hikes.</p>
<p>The "largest U.S. tax hike in nearly 60 years" is expected to hit household and business spending, drag down sentiment and disrupt global supply chains.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tariffs &amp; Tumbling Sentiment</h2>
<p>The tariff war escalated with a fresh 22% hike, pushing fears of retaliation and economic slowdowns to new highs. Crook warns of ripple effects, noting that the uncertainty around trade policies could further dampen business confidence. </p>
<p>While there's still a 40% chance of avoiding a recession, she cautions that it hinges on "negotiations&#8221; that &#8220;will bring these announced rates down in the coming weeks."</p>
<p><strong>Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44456554/trade-wars-fed-moves-and-a-40-recession-risk-is-your-portfolio-ready">Trade Wars, Fed Moves And A 40% Recession Risk &#8211; Is Your Portfolio Ready?</a></strong></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Markets On Edge: Where To Look Next?</h2>
<p>With recession risk on the rise, broad market exchange-traded funds (ETFs) like <strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), the iShares Core S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVV#NYSE">IVV</a>) and the <strong>Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOO#NYSE">VOO</a>) are under scrutiny.</p>
<p>Investors may look to defensive plays like utilities and consumer staples ETFs, such as the <strong>Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) or <strong>Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>) as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44626085/biopharma-a-safe-haven-as-tariff-turmoil-rages-on">safe havens</a>.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Will The Fed Step In?</h2>
<p>Despite the ominous outlook, Crook sees a path to resilience if global negotiations ease tensions. However, she warns that the administration's approach to tariff calculations "raises questions around the basis for negotiations going forward."</p>
<p>With economic uncertainty mounting, investors may need to brace for volatility ahead.</p>
<p>For now, markets are on edge and recession risk is no longer a distant possibility &#8211; it's a very real threat.</p>
<p><strong>Read Next: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44309742/recession-watch-small-caps-sound-the-alarm-but-credit-markets-shrug">Recession Watch: Small Caps Sound The Alarm, But Credit Markets Shrug</a></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><em>Photo: Shutterstock</em></p>


Analyst Color

Analyst Ratings

JPMorgan Raises Recession Risk To 60% As 'Largest US Tax Hike' In 60 Years Hits Global Economy

<p>No gainer in today's Pre-market session. </p>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">198.90</td>
<td align="right">-10.63</td>
<td align="right">-5.08</td>
<td>109.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">89.50</td>
<td align="right">-4.63</td>
<td align="right">-4.92</td>
<td>258.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">193.54</td>
<td align="right">-9.77</td>
<td align="right">-4.81</td>
<td>29.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">48.27</td>
<td align="right">-1.89</td>
<td align="right">-3.77</td>
<td>513.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">128.21</td>
<td align="right">-4.84</td>
<td align="right">-3.64</td>
<td>14.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)</td>
<td>Materials Select Sector SPDR</td>
<td align="right">84.20</td>
<td align="right">-2.81</td>
<td align="right">-3.23</td>
<td>11.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">94.00</td>
<td align="right">-2.85</td>
<td align="right">-2.95</td>
<td>28.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">80.35</td>
<td align="right">-1.20</td>
<td align="right">-1.48</td>
<td>337.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.53</td>
<td align="right">-0.55</td>
<td align="right">-1.31</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">143.30</td>
<td align="right">-1.00</td>
<td align="right">-0.70</td>
<td>17.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">79.17</td>
<td align="right">-0.25</td>
<td align="right">-0.32</td>
<td>134.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alert provides traders with a compiled way to read macro-level market trends. Investors garner a particular interest in sector movers to better determine sectors that are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>For more information on sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For April 3, 2025

<p>No gainer in today's Pre-market session. </p>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">196.50</td>
<td align="right">-3.02</td>
<td align="right">-1.52</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">205.10</td>
<td align="right">-2.89</td>
<td align="right">-1.39</td>
<td>23.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">130.75</td>
<td align="right">-1.06</td>
<td align="right">-0.81</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">49.37</td>
<td align="right">-0.38</td>
<td align="right">-0.77</td>
<td>199.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)</td>
<td>Materials Select Sector SPDR</td>
<td align="right">85.69</td>
<td align="right">-0.61</td>
<td align="right">-0.71</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">93.42</td>
<td align="right">-0.58</td>
<td align="right">-0.62</td>
<td>16.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">142.71</td>
<td align="right">-0.63</td>
<td align="right">-0.44</td>
<td>12.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.75</td>
<td align="right">-0.13</td>
<td align="right">-0.32</td>
<td>922</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">79.04</td>
<td align="right">-0.01</td>
<td align="right">-0.02</td>
<td>16.4K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alerts can help traders understand macro-level market trends. Traders often look for sector movers to provide high-level analysis on which sectors are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>To read more about sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For April 2, 2025

<h3>Gainers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.97</td>
<td align="right">0.12</td>
<td align="right">0.28</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">78.94</td>
<td align="right">0.09</td>
<td align="right">0.11</td>
<td>7.2K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">145.4300</td>
<td align="right">-0.580</td>
<td align="right">-0.40</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">205.7700</td>
<td align="right">-0.710</td>
<td align="right">-0.35</td>
<td>84.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">49.6785</td>
<td align="right">-0.132</td>
<td align="right">-0.27</td>
<td>260.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">93.2100</td>
<td align="right">-0.240</td>
<td align="right">-0.26</td>
<td>29.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">81.6600</td>
<td align="right">-0.010</td>
<td align="right">-0.02</td>
<td>12.8K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alert provides traders with a compiled way to read macro-level market trends. Investors garner a particular interest in sector movers to better determine sectors that are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>To read more about sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For April 1, 2025

<h3>Gainers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">80.64</td>
<td align="right">0.23</td>
<td align="right">0.28</td>
<td>11.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">78.17</td>
<td align="right">0.19</td>
<td align="right">0.24</td>
<td>6.0K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">193.73</td>
<td align="right">-3.31</td>
<td align="right">-1.68</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">203.41</td>
<td align="right">-2.97</td>
<td align="right">-1.44</td>
<td>30.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">48.77</td>
<td align="right">-0.44</td>
<td align="right">-0.90</td>
<td>218.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">94.91</td>
<td align="right">-0.83</td>
<td align="right">-0.87</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">129.32</td>
<td align="right">-0.83</td>
<td align="right">-0.64</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">143.99</td>
<td align="right">-0.53</td>
<td align="right">-0.37</td>
<td>29.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.26</td>
<td align="right">-0.15</td>
<td align="right">-0.37</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alerts can help traders understand macro-level market trends. Traders often look for sector movers to provide high-level analysis on which sectors are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>To read more about sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For March 31, 2025

<p>Markets faltered on Friday, with Wall Street reeling as investors hurried to shed risk in the face of mounting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44537936/consumer-inflation-expectations-skyrocket-in-march-hit-highest-levels-in-32-years">inflation and tariff uncertainties.</a></p>
<p>The S&amp;P 500 fell 2.1% by 1:30 p.m. trading in New York, on track to end the week with losses. The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 tumbled 2.6%, and the Dow fell 1.7%. </p>
<p>All members of the Magnificent Seven group were in the red, with <strong>Amazon.com Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and <strong>Alphabet Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) marking the widest drops, both down 4.4%.</p>
<p>Earlier on Friday, the Fed's favorite inflation gauge – the core Personal Consumption Expenditure price index – rose 2.8% on a yearly basis in February, surprising estimates of 2.7%. </p>
<p>Investor anxiety deepened following the latest University of Michigan Survey of Consumers, which showed 5-year forward inflation expectations jumping to 4.1% — a 0.2-point increase from prior estimates and the highest reading since February 1993. As stocks fell in unison, a flight to safety ensued, sending gold up 1% to a record-breaking $3,090 per ounce. Treasury bonds also rallied, with yields declining across all maturities. </p>
<p>Price action in commodities was mixed with oil down 1% and natural gas up 2.4%. Sentiment in crypto also took a sharp hit, with <strong>Bitcoin</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) down by 4% to below $84,000, flipping to weekly losses.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday's Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
<p><figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><br />
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Major Indices</strong></td>
<td><strong>Price</strong></td>
<td><strong>Chg %</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>41,597.02</td>
<td>-1.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,574.84</td>
<td>-2.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,016.62</td>
<td>-2.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,283.98</td>
<td>-2.6%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Updated at 1:20 p.m. ET</em></figcaption></p></figure></p>
<p><strong>According to&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Benzinga Pro</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;data:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&nbsp;fell 2.1% to $555.41.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;eased 1.8% to $415.31.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;<strong>Invesco QQQ Trust Series</strong>&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;dropped 2.7% to $468.61.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>iShares Russell 2000 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>)&nbsp;fell 2.5% to $199.57</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Utilities</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) outperformed, up 0.9%; the&nbsp;<strong>Consumer Discretionary&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)&nbsp;lagged, down 3.2%.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Shares of<strong> Lululemon Athletica Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) sunk 15% in reaction to the company&#8217;s earnings report. </li>
<li>Michigan-based automakers extended losses as investors asses the impact from tariffs. <strong>General Motors Co.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) fell 2% following a nearly 6% drop on Thursday. <strong>Ford Motor. Co.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) fell 2.7% after a 3.9% drop a day earlier.</li>
<li><strong>Tesla Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) erased Thursday&#8217;s gains and fell 3.5%. </li>
<li>Crypto-related stocks plummeted, with <strong>Strategy Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) down nearly 10%. <strong>Coinbase Global Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) fell over 7%, heading for the lowest close since mid-October 2024. </li>
</ul>
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">77.60</td>
<td align="right">0.19</td>
<td align="right">0.24</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">98.88</td>
<td align="right">0.23</td>
<td align="right">0.23</td>
<td>246</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">92.88</td>
<td align="right">0.01</td>
<td align="right">0.01</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">210.20</td>
<td align="right">-1.31</td>
<td align="right">-0.62</td>
<td>26.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">202.55</td>
<td align="right">-0.81</td>
<td align="right">-0.40</td>
<td>6.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">144.40</td>
<td align="right">-0.57</td>
<td align="right">-0.40</td>
<td>488</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">132.40</td>
<td align="right">-0.49</td>
<td align="right">-0.37</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)</td>
<td>Materials Select Sector SPDR</td>
<td align="right">86.32</td>
<td align="right">-0.32</td>
<td align="right">-0.37</td>
<td>605</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">50.06</td>
<td align="right">-0.12</td>
<td align="right">-0.24</td>
<td>98.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">80.79</td>
<td align="right">-0.02</td>
<td align="right">-0.03</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alert provides traders with a compiled way to read macro-level market trends. Investors garner a particular interest in sector movers to better determine sectors that are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>For more information on sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For March 28, 2025

<h3>Gainers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">133.7899</td>
<td align="right">0.19</td>
<td align="right">0.14</td>
<td>758</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">50.3100</td>
<td align="right">0.03</td>
<td align="right">0.05</td>
<td>149.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">79.9300</td>
<td align="right">0.03</td>
<td align="right">0.03</td>
<td>8.6K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.06</td>
<td align="right">-0.47</td>
<td align="right">-1.14</td>
<td>548</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">212.80</td>
<td align="right">-0.68</td>
<td align="right">-0.32</td>
<td>21.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">93.59</td>
<td align="right">-0.19</td>
<td align="right">-0.21</td>
<td>15.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">98.90</td>
<td align="right">-0.19</td>
<td align="right">-0.20</td>
<td>790</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">202.92</td>
<td align="right">-0.31</td>
<td align="right">-0.16</td>
<td>919</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)</td>
<td>Materials Select Sector SPDR</td>
<td align="right">86.57</td>
<td align="right">-0.11</td>
<td align="right">-0.13</td>
<td>467</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">77.36</td>
<td align="right">-0.07</td>
<td align="right">-0.10</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alert provides traders with a compiled way to read macro-level market trends. Investors garner a particular interest in sector movers to better determine sectors that are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>To read more about sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For March 27, 2025

<p>April tends to be a favorable month for U.S. equities, and history makes a compelling case for this. Over the past 95 years, the S&amp;P 500 has gained an average of 1.1% in April, finishing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">higher 61% of the time.</a></p>
<p>In April, the index notched some of its most powerful monthly rallies in history, surging 43.6% in April 1933 and 17.9% in April 2020. Yet, it&#8217;s not always been a smooth ride — the worst April returns were a 20% crash in 1932 and a 9.5% drop in 1970.</p>
<p>Zooming in on the past three decades, April's track record becomes even more convincing. </p>
<p>The <strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), the benchmark ETF tracking the S&amp;P 500, delivered an average gain of 1.9% over the last 30 Aprils, making it the second-best month of the year after November. SPY ended April in the green 77% of the time.</p>
<p>That said, 2025 has started on a cautious note. Through March 26, the S&amp;P 500 is down about 3% year-to-date. </p>
<p>Yet history suggests a seasonal tailwind could soon be at play — especially in four specific sectors that have consistently outperformed the broader market in April.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Financials (XLF): Banks Lead The Earnings Charge</h3>
<p>The <strong>Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>) has historically been April&#8217;s top-performing sector. </p>
<p>Since its inception in 1999, XLF has risen an average of 2.7% during the month, with gains coming in 65% of the time. The seasonal strength is largely tied to the first-quarter earnings season, which kicks off in April and is typically led by major banks. Optimism surrounding annual earnings outlooks often provides a boost.</p>
<p>XLF has already outperformed the broader market in 2025, gaining 4.5% year-to-date. Within the sector, <strong>JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>)<strong> </strong>stands out: Over the past 45 years, JPM shares have climbed an average of 2.6% in April, delivering positive returns 68% of the time.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Consumer Discretionary (XLY): Big Tech Retailers Deliver Spring Strength</h3>
<p>The <strong>Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) also posted a strong seasonal performance, rising 2.4% on average in April over the last 26 years. It has a 65% winning rate during the month.</p>
<p>April is historically the best month for <strong>Amazon.com Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), with an average gain of 7.6% and a 70% success rate. </p>
<p>Likewise, <strong>Tesla Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a><strong>)</strong> tends to accelerate this time of year, with April returns averaging 5.9%, making it the second-strongest month for the electric vehicle maker, behind only November's 11.9% surge.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Materials (XLB): A Solid Spring For Commodities And Chemicals</h3>
<p>The <strong>Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>) also delivered strong April sector performers. XLB has risen an average of 3.1% in April over the past 26 years, with a 65% win rate. The ETF is up about 3% year-to-date, suggesting some early momentum heading into April.</p>
<p>One heavyweight in the materials space, <strong>Linde plc </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LIN#NYSE">LIN</a>) — which represents roughly 20% of XLB's holdings — has consistently delivered in April. With 32 years of historical data, Linde has averaged a 3.5% gain in the month and ended April in positive territory 69% of the time.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Energy (XLE): The Strongest April Performer</h3>
<p>Energy stocks have historically delivered the most robust gains in April, with the <strong>Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) averaging a 4.1% return and closing the month higher 62% of the time. </p>
<p>Yet, it&#8217;s worth noting that this impressive figure is skewed by an extraordinary rebound in April 2020, when XLE surged nearly 30% following a historic 35% plunge in March 2020 — a period marked by collapsing oil prices and pandemic-driven market chaos. </p>
<p>Looking at long-term leaders within the sector, <strong>Exxon Mobil Corp. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) shares have gained an average of 2.7% in April over the past 40 years, while <strong>Chevron Corp. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) performed slightly better, rising 3.1% on average over the same period. </p>
<p>Below is a table showing each sector&#8217;s average performance in April.</p>
<p><figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><br />
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>ETF</strong></th>
<th><strong>Avg. April Return (%)</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Real Estate</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>1.2%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Consumer Staples</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>1.2%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Health Care</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>1.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;</strong></td>
<td>1.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>1.95%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>2.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Consumer Discretionary</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong></td>
<td>2.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Industrials</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>2.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> </td>
<td>2.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Materials</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> </td>
<td>3.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Energy</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong></td>
<td>4.07%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p></p></figure></p>
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These 4 S&P 500 Sectors Could Outperform The Market In April, If History Has A Say

<p><a href="https://in.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44358643/burned-out-microsoft-engineer-with-1-1m-portfolio-debates-early-retirement-what-options-do-i-have-for-retirement-reddit-weighs-in">Retirement</a> planning often asks for bold moves, especially when transitioning from wealth accumulation to income generation, and for many investors, this shift is pivotal.</p>
<p>This transition is not always straightforward, requiring a massive shift in mindset and approach. Growth-focused investments are excellent for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/04/38167234/building-wealth-brick-by-brick-homeownership-sparks-208-000-surge-in-net-worth-over-four-years">building wealth</a> but can be volatile and unpredictable. In retirement, you need stability and predictability, which is where <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44374276/reddit-explodes-over-dividend-math-how-much-would-the-annual-dividend-be-for-a-280k-investment-investors-debate-schds-future-growth">dividend</a>-paying stocks and ETFs come into play.</p>
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<p>One Reddit user, a 58-year-old investor with a $3 million portfolio, is making a bold move like this. He is considering reallocating $1 million to dividend-focused investments to test the waters before retiring. His goal is to generate $55,000 annually in dividends while making sure his portfolio remains steady enough to support his lifestyle in retirement.</p>
<p>&#8220;I have about a $3 million portfolio mostly spread between mutual funds and individual stocks but I have never focused on dividends. I am now 58 and thinking about putting 1/3 or $1 million into dividend ETFs and stocks in preparation for retirement,&#8221; the investor wrote.</p>
<p>His proposed allocation includes a combo of ETFs and stocks, such as Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHD#NYSE">SCHD</a>), Realty Income Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/O#NYSE">O</a>), Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARCC#NASDAQ">ARCC</a>), Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>), JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JEPI#NYSE">JEPI</a>), and JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JEPQ#NASDAQ">JEPQ</a>), aiming for a 5.5% yield.</p>
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<p>Still, the poster is unsure whether his allocation is optimal, especially when it comes to stocks like O and ARCC, and whether the ETFs he selected offer enough diversification and yield. The Reddit community has offered the investor plenty of advice and insights, so let&#8217;s see these.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">$1 Million Reallocation For Retirement–Reddit Analyzes the Stock and ETF Selection</h2>
<p><strong>Diversify and Consider Risk Management</strong></p>
<p>Many community members mentioned how important diversification in investing is, especially when it comes to a retirement portfolio, so they suggested replacing individual stocks with ETFs for risk reduction and simplification.</p>
<p>&#8220;I'd avoid individual stocks in a retirement account, like O and ARCC. I'd go with the ETF [Putnam BDC Income ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pbdc#NYSE">PBDC</a>)] for more diversification. I&#8217;d have you investing $1 million into: SCHD 27%, JEPI 11%, [Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vymi#NASDAQ">VYMI</a>)] 11%, JEPQ 10.5%, [NEOS Nasdaq 100 High Income ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qqqi#NASDAQ">QQQI</a>)] 9.7%, [NEOS S&amp;P 500 High Income ETF (CBOE: SPYI)] 9.5%, PBDC 6.6%, [Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/abr#NYSE">ABR</a>)] 6%, [STAG Industrial, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stag#NYSE">STAG</a>)] 3.55%, [Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/utg#NYSE">UTG</a>)] 3.5%, and your yield would be over 8% with $6,800 per month dividend income on average,&#8221; a comment reads.</p>
<p>&#8220;Switch XLU with more SCHD. I like [VICI Properties Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vici#NYSE">VICI</a>)] more than O; VICI is literally recession-proof. Also, I would get rid of JEPI for more JEPQ or SPYI,&#8221; a Redditor suggested.</p>
<p>A user pointed out that the investor has no global diversification, which can offer stability for a portfolio.</p>
<p>&#8220;You&#8217;ve got no international positions either. Legendary investors like <strong>Warren Buffett</strong> and <strong>Peter Lynch</strong> have both said that you should invest in companies that any idiot can run because sooner or later, one will. The same is true of countries,&#8221; he said.</p>
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<p><strong>Think About Yield Optimization and Tax Efficiency</strong></p>
<p>Commenters also focused on how the investor can maximize yield while maintaining tax efficiency, particularly since he is planning for retirement.</p>
<p>&#8220;I would personally put the bulk of money in high-yield funds like [iShares Preferred and Income Securities ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pff#NASDAQ">PFF</a>)] with a 6% yield, PBDC 9%, and JEPQ. ARCC is a [business development company] and they are required to pay out most of their earnings so the dividends are high for many BDCs. PBDC invests in the best BDCs they can find, including ARCC. This adds diversification. You could also have some money in [Schwab High Yield Bond ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/scyb#NYSE">SCYB</a>)], a corporate bond fund with a yield of 7%, and the rest in SCHD and XLU. I don&#8217;t see a reason to keep JEPI,&#8221; a Redditor suggested.</p>
<p>&#8220;We are retired early and in the process of migrating from dividend growth to dividend income in our taxable account. SPYI and [NEOS Nasdaq 100 High Income ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qqqi#NASDAQ">QQQI</a>)] use return of capital in their distributions so they work well in taxable accounts. I also like some [closed-end funds] such as [Eaton Vance Enhanced Equity Income Fund (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/eoi#NYSE">EOI</a>)] and [Eaton Vance Enhanced Equity Income Fund II (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/eos#NYSE">EOS</a>)] that use long-term capital gains and/or return of capital in their distributions,&#8221; a retiree in the comments recommended.</p>
<p>A Redditor considered the poster&#8217;s strategy way too conservative and advised him to go more aggressive to boost income and overall returns.</p>
<p>&#8220;In my opinion, you are short-changing yourself with such a conservative dividend income portfolio. I hold JEPQ and other high dividend funds and ETFs and am getting a yield of 12%+ with 26% total return in 2024,&#8221; he said.</p>
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<p>Wall Street&#8217;s recovery from its recent technical correction paused for a breather on Tuesday, as investors awaited more clarity on tariff developments and digested a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44475192/consumer-confidence-falls-to-lowest-since-2022-as-inflation-tariff-worries-grow">downbeat consumer confidence report.</a></p>
<p>The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index dropped to 92.9 in March, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44475192/consumer-confidence-falls-to-lowest-since-2022-as-inflation-tariff-worries-grow">its lowest reading since late 2022</a>. The Expectations Index plunged to 65.2 — a level not seen since 2013 — reflecting growing pessimism. The report cited rising prices, especially for eggs and tariff-affected goods, as key concerns. Inflation expectations also climbed, from 5.8% in February to 6.2% in March.</p>
<p>The <strong>S&amp;P 500</strong> and <strong>Dow </strong>were flat on the day, while the <strong>Nasdaq 100</strong> edged slightly higher, supported by gains in cybersecurity stocks.</p>
<p><strong>Copper</strong> took center stage, jumping over 2% to hit new record highs. Demand is surging in both China and the U.S., fueled by<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44476803/copper-breaks-records-on-china-stimulus-tariff-hype-these-stocks-are-riding-the-wave"> policy stimulus and tariff-related shifts.</a></p>
<p>Shares of <strong>Freeport McMoRan Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCX#NYSE">FCX</a>), the largest U.S. copper miner, rose 3.3%, extending gains in 10 of the last 11 sessions. The <strong>Global X Copper Miners ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COPX#NYSE">COPX</a>) climbed 2% to a three-month high.</p>
<p>Elsewhere, market moves were subdued. Gold gained 0.5%, silver advanced 1.8% and oil dipped 0.4% after Monday's 1.2% jump driven by Venezuelan sanctions.</p>
<p><strong>Bitcoin</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) posted a modest 0.4% gain.</p>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</strong></h1>
<p><figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><br />
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Major Indices</strong></td>
<td><strong>Price</strong></td>
<td><strong>1-day % chg</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,256.36</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,619.75</td>
<td>0.1 %</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,770.02</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,101.68</td>
<td>-0.3%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Updated by 1:00 p.m. ET</em></figcaption></p></figure></p>
<p><strong>According to&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><strong>Benzinga Pro</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;data:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) inched 0.1% higher to $575.17.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) flattened at $425.79.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;<strong>Invesco QQQ Trust Series</strong>&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rose 0.4% to $492.89.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>iShares Russell 2000 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) eased 0.2% to $208.51</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Communication Services&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>) outperformed, up 1.2%; the <strong>Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)&nbsp;lagged, down 1.7%.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</strong></h1>
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<li><strong>CrowdStrike Holdings</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>) climbed 4% after BTIG analyst Gray Powell upgraded the stock to Buy, setting a price target of $431. The analyst cited expectations of robust revenue growth heading into fiscal 2027. Cybersecurity peer<strong> Zscaler Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZS#NASDAQ">ZS</a>) also rose 2.5%.</li>
<li><strong>Cloudflare Inc. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NET#NYSE">NET</a>) rose 2.2% after receiving a double upgrade to Buy from Bank of America Securities, with a price target raised to $160.</li>
<li><strong>United Parcel Service Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) tumbled 4.6%, hitting early-February lows despite a lack of headlines.</li>
<li><strong>AT&amp;T</strong> <strong>Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) rose 2.1% after Goldman Sachs raised the stock price target from $29 to $31.  </li>
<li><strong>Gamestop Corp.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) is slated to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/25/03/44466706/gamestop-q4-earnings-preview-will-video-game-retailer-unveil-bitcoin-purchase"> report earnings after the close</a>.</li>
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<li><strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44473410/trumps-tariff-rates-could-be-double-what-market-participants-expect-goldman-sachs-warns">Trump&#8217;s Tariff Rates Could Be &#8216;Double What Market Participants Expect,&#8217; Goldman Sachs Warns</a></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><em>Photo: Mer_Studio via Shutterstock</em></p>


COPX

CRWD

Wall Street Pauses For A Breather, Miners Rally As Copper Notches All-Time Highs: What's Driving Markets Tuesday?

<p>Wall Street soared Monday, kicking off the week in full risk-on mode as investors welcomed signs of easing trade tensions and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44459470/us-business-activity-rebounds-as-services-growth-outpaces-forecasts-yet-cost-pressures-intensify">stronger-than-expected economic data. </a></p>
<p>President <strong>Donald Trump</strong>&#8216;s softer tone on potential tariffs ahead of the looming April 2, 2025 deadline helped calm nerves. Adding to the optimism, fresh business surveys showed a strong rebound in services activity in March, easing recession worries.</p>
<p>U.S. economic activity accelerated in March, with the Composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rising rom 51.6 in February to to 53.5. Services PMI jumped to 54.3 — well above consensus forecasts of 50.8 and sharply higher than the prior month's 51.0 reading. Yet, the report also flagged a notable uptick in cost pressures, as businesses reported growing concerns over input prices, likely linked to heightened speculation around potential tariff measures.</p>
<p>The <strong>S&amp;P 500</strong> jumped 1.75% by midday in New York, on track for its best one-day performance since mid-January. The <strong>Nasdaq 100 </strong>rallied 2%, mirroring gains from March 14 — the index's strongest day since early November 2024.</p>
<p>Small caps outperformed their large-cap peers, underscoring the market's improving risk appetite. The <strong>Russell 2000</strong> surged 2.8%, marking its best session since the post-election rally on Nov. 6, 2024.</p>
<p><strong>Tesla Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) led the charge on both the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq 100, soaring 9.8%, on track for its sharpest one-day gain since early November.</p>
<p>All seven mega-cap tech stocks posted solid gains, with the <strong>Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAGS#NYSE">MAGS</a>) climbing 2.9% after Friday's 1.4% rise, setting up what could be its strongest two-day advance since early January.</p>
<p>Every S&amp;P 500 sector, except utilities, traded in positive territory, with consumer discretionary and technology leading the pack.</p>
<p>The U.S. dollar index edged higher, eyeing a fourth consecutive session of gains. Meanwhile, Treasury yields spiked across the curve as investors rotated out of safe-haven assets. The 10-year yield jumped seven basis points to 4.32%, while the <strong>iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLT#NASDAQ">TLT</a>) dropped 0.9%.</p>
<p>Gold pulled back 0.3% to $3,014 per ounce, on pace for its third straight decline, as investors favored riskier assets.</p>
<p>Oil prices gained 1.5% after Trump threatened a 25% tariff on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44460897/oil-prices-rally-exxon-hits-16-week-highs-as-trump-vows-25-tariffs-on-any-country-buying-venezuelan-crude">countries importing Venezuelan crude.</a></p>
<p>Crypto-related assets also rallied. <strong>Bitcoin </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) climbed 2.7% to $88,400, while <strong>MicroStrategy Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) jumped 7.4% and <strong>Coinbase Global Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) rose 6.2%.</p>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Monday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</strong></h1>
<p><figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><br />
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Major Indices</strong></td>
<td><strong>Price</strong></td>
<td><strong>Chg (%)</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong> Russell 2000</strong></td>
<td>2,104.07</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong> Nasdaq 100</strong></td>
<td>20,160.42</td>
<td>2.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong> S&amp;P 500</strong></td>
<td>5,762.34</td>
<td>1.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong> Dow Jones</strong></td>
<td>42,589.04</td>
<td>1.4%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Updated at 12:20 p.m. ET</em></figcaption></p></figure></p>
<p><strong>According to&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><strong>Benzinga Pro</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;data:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 1.8% to $573.92.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 1.3% to $425.30.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;<strong>Invesco QQQ Trust Series</strong>&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rallied 2% to $490.39.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>iShares Russell 2000 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) soared 2.4% to $208.59</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Consumer Discretionary</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) outperformed, up 2.7%; the&nbsp;<strong>Utilities&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 0.2%.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Shares of Chinese electric-vehicle giant <strong>BYD Co. Ltd.</strong> (OTCPK: BYDDY) rallied 5.5% in over-the-counter markets amid stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings. The carmaker is now up 60% year-to-date. </li>
<li>Shares of <strong>Advanced Micro Devices Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) soared 7.3%, eyeing their biggest one-day jump since February 2024, as Chinese conglomerate Ant Group is increasingly shifting to domestic and AMD chips amid exports controls. </li>
<li>Airline and travel-related stocks rallied substantially amid easing recession fears. <strong>United Airlines Holdings Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), <strong>Delta Air Lines Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) and<strong> Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd</strong>. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>) were up 5.7%, 4.2% and 4%, respectively. </li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Read now: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/03/44458099/us-economy-faces-fork-in-the-road-is-yardenis-roaring-2020s-still-possible">US Economy Faces &#8216;Fork In The Road&#8217;: Is Yardeni&#8217;s &#8216;Roaring 2020s&#8217; Still Possible?</a></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><em>Photo: Shutterstock</em></p>


Asia

Travel

Treasuries

Markets

BYDDY

MAGS

S&P 500 Rallies On Best Day In 2 Months As Recession Fears Ease, Tesla Rockets, Bitcoin Hits $88,000: What's Driving Markets Monday?

<h3>Gainers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">217.4000</td>
<td align="right">3.440</td>
<td align="right">1.60</td>
<td>122.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">200.3400</td>
<td align="right">2.890</td>
<td align="right">1.46</td>
<td>9.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">98.4800</td>
<td align="right">0.880</td>
<td align="right">0.90</td>
<td>4.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">133.4100</td>
<td align="right">1.160</td>
<td align="right">0.87</td>
<td>57.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">49.8200</td>
<td align="right">0.360</td>
<td align="right">0.72</td>
<td>163.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)</td>
<td>Materials Select Sector SPDR</td>
<td align="right">86.2678</td>
<td align="right">0.478</td>
<td align="right">0.55</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.6200</td>
<td align="right">0.110</td>
<td align="right">0.26</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">92.11</td>
<td align="right">-0.41</td>
<td align="right">-0.45</td>
<td>44.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">79.05</td>
<td align="right">-0.28</td>
<td align="right">-0.36</td>
<td>47.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">78.50</td>
<td align="right">-0.25</td>
<td align="right">-0.32</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">146.58</td>
<td align="right">-0.02</td>
<td align="right">-0.02</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alerts can help traders understand macro-level market trends. Traders often look for sector movers to provide high-level analysis on which sectors are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>For more information on sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For March 24, 2025

<p>Trade tensions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/federal-reserve">Fed policy shifts</a> and weakening sentiment are creating a stormy outlook for the global economy.</p>
<p>JPMorgan's <strong>Bruce Kasman</strong> just upped the ante on recession risks, pegging the odds of a 2025 U.S./global downturn at 40%. That's not just a number—it's a warning shot for investors navigating an increasingly volatile landscape.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trade War Fears Are Back &#8211; ETFs Are Already Reacting</h2>
<p>Kasman's outlook hinges on one major factor: trade policy. With tariffs expected to push the effective U.S. rate above 10%, he sees a 0.5% GDP drag next year. But the real risk? A domino effect. </p>
<p>If business sentiment cracks, capital expenditures slow and inflation limits Fed maneuverability, markets could turn defensive fast.</p>
<p>Investors aren't waiting for confirmation &#8211; ETF flows are already shifting. The <strong>iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EEM#NYSE">EEM</a>) has seen a surge in outflows as investors brace for trade turbulence. </p>
<p>Meanwhile, defensive plays like the <strong>Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) and <strong>iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLT#NASDAQ">TLT</a>) are catching bids as risk appetite wanes.</p>
<p><strong>Read Also:</strong> <strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44449713">Jerome Powell&#8217;s Stagflation Fears, Mark Cuban&#8217;s Economic Queries, And Ray Dalio&#8217;s Debt Warning: This Week In Economics</a></strong></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Can The Fed Hold The Line?</h2>
<p>The Fed isn't rushing to cut rates despite rising trade war concerns. Kasman notes that while policymakers remain "asymmetric" &#8211; ready to ease in a labor market downturn but unwilling to hike on strong growth &#8211; this stance leaves little cushion if sentiment nosedives.</p>
<p>That's a potential headwind for growth-focused ETFs like Invesco QQQ Trust <strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)</strong>, which relies on a Fed-friendly backdrop.</p>
<p>But it's not all doom and gloom. A front-loaded boost in global trade is temporarily lifting manufacturing ETFs, with the <strong>Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>) seeing inflows as global industrial production spikes.</p>
<p>The question is: how long does that last before trade war fears fully set in?</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ETF Playbook For Recession Risks</h2>
<p>With uncertainty mounting, ETF investors are playing both offense and defense. Those bracing for more pain are rotating into <strong>SPDR Gold Shares </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) and <strong>Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VDC#NYSE">VDC</a>), while bargain hunters are eyeing <strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) for potential buy-the-dip opportunities.</p>
<p>Bottom line? </p>
<p>The 40% recession probability isn't just a macro call &#8211; it's already reshaping ETF positioning. If sentiment sours further, this shift is only getting started.</p>
<p><strong>Read Next: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44450390">Charlie Munger&#8217;s Investment Wisdom: &#8216;If People Weren&#8217;t So Often Wrong, We Wouldn&#8217;t Be So Rich&#8217;</a></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><em>Photo: Shutterstock</em></p>


Emerging Market ETFs

Trade Wars, Fed Moves And A 40% Recession Risk - Is Your Portfolio Ready?

<h3>Gainers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.95</td>
<td align="right">0.03</td>
<td align="right">0.07</td>
<td align="right">678</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">211.10</td>
<td align="right">-2.28</td>
<td align="right">-1.07</td>
<td>32.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">49.25</td>
<td align="right">-0.39</td>
<td align="right">-0.79</td>
<td>227.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">132.00</td>
<td align="right">-0.96</td>
<td align="right">-0.73</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)</td>
<td>Materials Select Sector SPDR</td>
<td align="right">86.09</td>
<td align="right">-0.56</td>
<td align="right">-0.65</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">195.84</td>
<td align="right">-0.90</td>
<td align="right">-0.46</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">92.79</td>
<td align="right">-0.38</td>
<td align="right">-0.41</td>
<td>32.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">96.47</td>
<td align="right">-0.37</td>
<td align="right">-0.39</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">146.50</td>
<td align="right">-0.51</td>
<td align="right">-0.35</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">79.06</td>
<td align="right">-0.20</td>
<td align="right">-0.26</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">79.29</td>
<td align="right">-0.07</td>
<td align="right">-0.09</td>
<td>11.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alerts can help traders understand macro-level market trends. Traders often look for sector movers to provide high-level analysis on which sectors are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>For more information on sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For March 21, 2025

<h3>Gainers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">79.02</td>
<td align="right">0.08</td>
<td align="right">0.1</td>
<td>7.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">213.05</td>
<td align="right">-1.86</td>
<td align="right">-0.87</td>
<td>26.3K</td>
</tr>
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<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">195.87</td>
<td align="right">-1.34</td>
<td align="right">-0.68</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
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<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">49.27</td>
<td align="right">-0.30</td>
<td align="right">-0.61</td>
<td>232.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">96.55</td>
<td align="right">-0.50</td>
<td align="right">-0.52</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Industrial</td>
<td align="right">132.98</td>
<td align="right">-0.65</td>
<td align="right">-0.49</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">92.66</td>
<td align="right">-0.17</td>
<td align="right">-0.19</td>
<td>16.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">146.68</td>
<td align="right">-0.24</td>
<td align="right">-0.17</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.93</td>
<td align="right">-0.04</td>
<td align="right">-0.10</td>
<td>892</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">79.74</td>
<td align="right">-0.01</td>
<td align="right">-0.02</td>
<td>15.9K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> the above sector movers alert assists traders in understanding macro-level trends and market variations. Traders will look for sector movers providing information on sectors that are over- or under-performing, deriving these results into investing decisions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>To read more about sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


Leading And Lagging Sectors For March 20, 2025

<p><strong>Goldman Sachs </strong>analyst Carly Davenport reaffirmed a Buy rating on<strong> NextEra Energy, Inc. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEE#NYSE">NEE</a>) with a price forecast of $94, after the company&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NEE/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">Development Day on March 18 in Florida</a>.</p>
<p>The analyst writes that the company emphasized renewables as a key solution to current supply chain challenges and the higher costs of building gas power plants.</p>
<p>Notably, the analyst notes that management continues to face challenges in building new gas generation due to supply chain issues and rising costs.</p>
<p>The company targets power demand to grow by 55% by 2040, including 17% from data centers, 11% from residential and 11% from transportation, notes the analyst.</p>
<p>Following the event, Davenport says they are positive about the company&#8217;s competitive advantages in generation and transmission development.</p>
<p>This, coupled with earnings growth, favorable regulatory jurisdiction exposure, and a solid balance sheet, should support a premium valuation, adds the analyst.</p>
<p>In January, the company reported fourth-quarter revenue of&nbsp;$5.385 billion, missing the estimate and adjusted EPS of&nbsp;$0.53, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43198548/nextera-energy-reports-mixed-q4-results-announces-partnership-with-ge-vernova-for-grid-solutions" rel="noreferrer noopener">in line with the consensus</a>.</p>
<p>Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;<strong>SPDR Select Sector Fund – Utilities&nbsp;</strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) and&nbsp;<strong>Fidelity MSCI Utilities Index ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FUTY#NYSE">FUTY</a>).</p>
<p><strong>Price Action</strong>: NEE shares are down 0.45% at $70.39 at the last check Wednesday.</p>
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td align="right">194.40</td>
<td align="right">0.90</td>
<td align="right">0.46</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Technology</td>
<td align="right">213.06</td>
<td align="right">0.91</td>
<td align="right">0.42</td>
<td>27.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>)</td>
<td>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
<td align="right">96.01</td>
<td align="right">0.10</td>
<td align="right">0.10</td>
<td>564</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Financial</td>
<td align="right">49.07</td>
<td align="right">0.04</td>
<td align="right">0.08</td>
<td>174.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (The)</td>
<td align="right">41.95</td>
<td align="right">0.03</td>
<td align="right">0.07</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Health Care</td>
<td align="right">146.90</td>
<td align="right">0.06</td>
<td align="right">0.04</td>
<td>8.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>Name</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change ($)</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Change (%)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Staples</td>
<td align="right">79.44</td>
<td align="right">-0.31</td>
<td align="right">-0.39</td>
<td>34.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Utilities</td>
<td align="right">78.51</td>
<td align="right">-0.14</td>
<td align="right">-0.18</td>
<td>105</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)</td>
<td>SPDR Select Sector Fund - Energy Select Sector</td>
<td align="right">91.26</td>
<td align="right">-0.08</td>
<td align="right">-0.09</td>
<td>15.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?utm_source=insights">Pulled from Benzinga Pro data</a> this sector movers alert provides traders with a compiled way to read macro-level market trends. Investors garner a particular interest in sector movers to better determine sectors that are over- or under-performing to make better investing decisions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or individual tickers in those sectors. </p>
<p><em>For more information on sector movers, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">click here</a>.</em> </p>


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