Consumer Staples ETF (FXG) Hits New 52-Week High

First Trust Consumer Staples AlphaDEX ETF  FXG is probably on the radar for investors seeking momentum. The fund just hit a 52-week high and has moved up 12.2% from its 52-week low price of $59.67/share.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 6, 2026

Consider Consumer Staples ETFs Amid Bitcoin, Precious Metal Outflows

Holders of digital as well as tangible assets are feeling the pinch amid the recent slide in bitcoin and precious metals. Where can investors turn to for defensive positioning in the meantime?

ETF Trends • Feb 3, 2026

Is First Trust Consumer Staples AlphaDEX ETF (FXG) a Strong ETF Right Now?

Launched on 05/08/2007, the First Trust Consumer Staples AlphaDEX ETF (FXG) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Consumer Staples ETFs category of the market.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 15, 2026

Should You Invest in the First Trust Consumer Staples AlphaDEX ETF (FXG)?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Consumer Staples - Broad segment of the equity market, the First Trust Consumer Staples AlphaDEX ETF (FXG) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on May 8, 2007.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 14, 2026

Income Investors: Don't Stretch For Equity Yield

For investors looking for income through a multi-asset class approach, it might seem sensible to max out the dividend yield within the equity allocation. Yield-focused equity strategies may introduce regional and sector concentrations that can influence returns. Given the relatively attractive yields available in other asset classes, we think it makes more sense to design 'core-like' equity exposure within multi-asset income solutions.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 28, 2025

Consumer Staples ETFs: Defensive Strength in Uncertain Times

Consumer spending has been a strong point in the economy, but recent headwinds are building. The consumer discretionary sector has felt pressure due to recessionary concerns on top of pricing inflation from potential tariffs.

ETF Trends • Mar 13, 2025

FXG: Consumer Staples Dashboard For August

Monthly article series includes industry metrics in consumer staples. The sector is undervalued relative to 11-year averages. Household products are the most undervalued subsector. Focus on FXG, a consumer staples ETF mixing value and growth.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 14, 2024

U.S. Retail Earnings Update - August 13, 2024

To date, 145 of the 199 companies in our Retail/Restaurant Index have reported their EPS results for Q2 2024, representing 73% of the index. The blended revenue growth estimate for the 199 companies in this index is 3.5% for Q2 2024. Home Depot reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings and revenue.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 14, 2024

Outlook For Consumer Discretionary Stocks Amid Shifting Spending Patterns

Some consumer discretionary stocks have performed better than others. Luxury, homebuilding, and travel have been a bright spots.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 30, 2023

10 Best Consumer Staples ETFs

A consumer staple ETF (exchange-traded fund) is an investment fund that tracks a series of stocks in companies that produce essential goods and services. The definition of a "consumer staple" usually includes products that consumers typically purchase regardless of economic conditions.

MarketBeat • Mar 9, 2023