EXAMINING XLB: A DEEP DIVE INTO MATERIALS SECTOR PERFORMANCE

The materials sector regularly garners significant attention from investors due to its fundamental role in the global economy. XLB, the primary ETF tracking this sector, presents a convenient way to gain exposure the performance of key materials companies. Interpreting XLB's recent performance can shed light on the current state and anticipated dir

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). Analyzing their unique characteristics, underlying holdings, and recent