EXAMINING XLB: A DEEP DIVE INTO MATERIALS SECTOR PERFORMANCE

The materials sector often garners considerable attention from investors due to its inherent role in the global economy. XLB, the primary ETF tracking this sector, provides a straightforward way to invest in the performance of essential materials companies. Examining XLB's recent trends can shed light on the present state and future prospects of th

The small-cap arena can be a volatile playground for traders seeking to capitalize on market fluctuations. Two prominent exchange-traded funds (ETFs) often find themselves in the crosshairs of short sellers: the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) and the SPDR S&P Retail ETF (XRT). Decoding their unique characteristics, underlying holdings, and recent p