DELVING INTO XLB: A DEEP DIVE INTO MATERIALS SECTOR PERFORMANCE

The materials sector regularly garners considerable attention from investors due to its inherent role in the global economy. XLB, the leading ETF tracking this sector, provides a accessible way to invest in the performance of key materials companies. Examining XLB's recent trajectory can uncover valuable information on the ongoing state and future

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