Should You Invest in the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (FDIS)?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Consumer Discretionary - Broad segment of the equity market, the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (FDIS) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on October 21, 2013.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 2, 2025

FDIS: Consumer Discretionary Dashboard For November

This article analyzes the consumer discretionary sector using value, quality, and momentum metrics for top-down evaluation. Consumer services subsector stands out as undervalued and high quality, while auto/components are overvalued with weak quality scores. FDIS and XLY are similar for long-term investors based on fees and risk-adjusted returns; both have high exposure to Amazon and Tesla.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 17, 2025

Amazon stock hits record, lights up ETFs

Amazon's cloud business knocked it out of the park and CEO Andy Jassy hinted that the unit is gaining momentum heading into the next few months giving him 'significant confidence' he said.

Fox Business • Oct 31, 2025

FDIS: Consumer Discretionary Dashboard For October

Consumer Discretionary sector analysis reveals consumer services are undervalued with strong quality, while autos/components lag in both value and quality. Fast facts on FDIS, an alternative to XLY with a broader portfolio and a tilt to value. 10 stocks cheaper than their peers in October.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 17, 2025

Tesla ETFs in Focus Ahead of Q2 Earnings

XLY, TESL and other ETFs with heavy Tesla exposure could see big moves as TSLA readies its Q2 earnings report.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 21, 2025

FDIS: Consumer Discretionary Dashboard For July

This article provides a top-down analysis of the consumer discretionary sector based on fundamentals and momentum. Consumer services show decent valuation and excellent quality, while the auto and components industry is much less compelling. For long-term investors, FDIS and XLY are nearly equivalent, though XLY is preferable for traders due to higher liquidity; RSPD offers more balanced exposure.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 17, 2025

Consumer Confidence Surges in May: ETFs to Gain

Consumer confidence soared in May on U.S.-China trade truce. ETFs like XLY, VCR, FDIS, XLP, and IYC stand to gain from rising optimism and market outlook.

Zacks Investment Research • May 28, 2025

FDIS: Caution Signs Appearing In The Consumer Discretionary Sector

Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF warrants a hold rating due to risks for its top holdings such as declining free cash flow, high valuations, and recession concerns. FDIS's top holdings, Amazon, Tesla, and Home Depot, face significant challenges including tariff risks, increased competition, and interest rate uncertainties. FDIS has low fees with a strong track record of performance, but its high concentration in top holdings is a concerning factor.

Seeking Alpha • May 9, 2025

FDIS: Retail Sales 'Holiday Hangover' Highlights Risks To Consumer Spending Outlook

January retail sales fell -0.9% MoM, missing expectations and indicating a “holiday hangover” with broad weakness across key retail segments. Auto & parts sales dropped -2.8% MoM, significantly impacting the headline decline; excluding autos, sales were down -0.4% MoM. Despite risks like rising consumer debt and weak consumer sentiment, consumer spending is expected to drive GDP growth in 2025.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 14, 2025

FDIS: Consumer Discretionary Dashboard For February

The consumer discretionary sector is overvalued based on my metrics, but consumer services remain attractive. Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (FDIS) is a solid alternative to XLY for long-term investors, slightly outperforming its peer with a similar risk profile and expense ratio. 10 stocks cheaper than their peers in February.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 14, 2025