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Investors are underinvested in financials, which look pretty cheap, says TD Cowen's Jeff Solomon

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Jeffrey Solomon, TD Cowen president, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss markets, long-term investment plays and the bank trade.

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Call of the Day: Bank stocks

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Oppenheimer is downgrading the banks. It's our Call of the Day.

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XLF: The Financials Sector Is Beating Expectations, More Upside Is Ahead

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I rate XLF a buy, supported by strong earnings growth, sector resilience, and attractive valuations versus the S&P 500. Financials outperformed the S&P 500 for a second year, with diversified …

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Upbeat April Jobs Data Put Focus on 3 Sector ETFs & Stocks

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The U.S. economy added 177,000 jobs in April 2025, a slowdown from the downwardly revised 185,000 in March, but significantly surpassing market expectations of 130,000.

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Two Stocks To Consider During Market Unrest To Provide Income Stability

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Investors should remain calm amid market volatility and consider buying during price dips, with 2025 expected to see more turbulence. Kenvue's strong brand portfolio and solid liquidity offer price stability …

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ETFs Surge on US Stocks' Best Week Since 2023: What's Next?

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U.S. stocks record best week since 2023. Let's see what lies in store for stocks and ETFs.

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2 ETFs to Buy Hand Over Fist as Trump's “Liberation Day” Nears

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Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remain a powerful tool for investors, offering diversification, low costs, and flexibility.

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Trade Tracker: Malcom Ethridge sells his XLF Position

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Malcolm Ethridge, managing partner at Capital Area Planning Group, joins CNBC's 'Halftime Report' to explain why he's getting out of financials.

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Deregulation in Banks in Cards? Financial ETFs in Focus

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Trump announced Monday that Fed Governor Michelle Bowman would serve as the central bank's new vice chair for supervision. Bowman???s appointment may lift restrictions on lenders.

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XLF: Financials Should Be Avoided During Recession, Like Today

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The U.S. banking and financial sector is at risk of a significant downturn if a recession unfolds in early 2025, shocking overconfident investor sentiment. Historical recessions show that bank/insurance equities, …

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Shifting Tides in Leadership: Markets Play Defense

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Talk about a topsy-turvy market. Tuesday's tariffs sparked more market jitters.

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4 Best ETF Charts of This Earnings Season

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Let's delve into some of the best ETF charts of Q4 earnings.

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About The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund XLF

The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund seeks to provide investment results that, before expenses, correspond generally to the price and yield performance of the Financial Select Sector Index (the “Index”).The Index seeks to provide an effective representation of the financial sector of the S&P 500 Index.Seeks to provide precise exposure to companies in the financial services; insurance; banks; capital markets; mortgage real estate investment trusts (“REITs”); and consumer finance.Allows investors to take strategic or tactical positions at a more targeted level than traditional style based investing.