These 3 Sectors Are Crushing Tech in 2026. Time to Invest?

Technology stocks have flatlined so far in 2026 due to artificial intelligence sector (AI) fatigue. Materials and industrial shares are rising on economic optimism and the AI infrastructure buildout.

The Motley Fool • Feb 20, 2026

Should You Invest in the State Street Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB)?

Launched on December 16, 1998, the State Street Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Materials - Broad segment of the equity market.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 17, 2026

Materials Stocks Are Surging Over 20% and XLB Offers the Easiest Way to Ride That Wave

Materials companies operate at the front end of nearly every supply chain. When construction picks up, steel and cement move.

24/7 Wall Street • Feb 14, 2026

Undisruptable: How Dividend Stocks Became Market Leaders - And Why That Scares Me

Dividend stocks and defensive sectors have dramatically outperformed as investors flee AI-vulnerable and AI-spending industries, but valuations now appear stretched. Consumer staples and energy sectors trade at historically high forward P/E multiples, often exceeding the S&P 500, despite lower long-term earnings growth prospects. Materials and industrials have also become extended, with valuations reflecting significant future earnings already priced in, especially given AI infrastructure spending.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 14, 2026

I Wouldn't Want To Retire Without The 3 Most Undervalued Income Machines

Three income powerhouses are trading at very compelling valuations right now. Each offers attractive income with substantial upside potential. Here's why I'm overweighting them while the market is still giving them away at a discount.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 13, 2026

Energy Leads This Year As Tech And Financials Fall Behind

Energy, basic materials, and defensive consumer stocks are in. Tech and financials are out.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 11, 2026

Energy Leads S&P Sectors in January

Three of the smallest sectors in the S&P 500 delivered the index's strongest performance in January, while the two largest sectors weighed on returns. The broad market index gained modest ground last month, with the State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) up 0.6%, according to ETF Database.

ETF Trends • Feb 3, 2026

How I Use XLB As A Leading Indicator For S&P 500

Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF has outperformed all sectors with a 21% gain in the past quarter, signaling robust market momentum. XLB's strong, positive correlation (+0.71) with SPY, surpassing XLE's, highlights its value as a leading indicator of early-cycle industrial demand.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 3, 2026

Likely ETF Winners & Losers From Winter Storm Fern

Winter Storm Fern rattles the United States, lifting heating demand and natural gas prices as UNG stands out while airlines and consumers face headwinds.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 27, 2026

3 Basic Materials Funds to Buy as Cyclical Tailwinds Build

FSDPX, FKRCX and ACGGX stand out as materials funds as cyclical tailwinds, pricing power and commodity demand point to a stronger 2026.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 14, 2026