Utility stocks have taken the lead in 2024 among US equity sectors following the market sell-off in recent days, based on a set of ETFs through Tuesday’s close .
There has also been a performance reshuffling in other sectors in recent days. Notably, the formerly lagging real estate sector , XLC’s correction has, so far, been comparatively light. As a result, XLC’s year-to-date gain of 15.2% is second only to utilities in 2024. As the payout spread between utilities and Treasuries ebbs and flow, one or the other enjoys a competitive edge for yield-seeking investors. XLU’s trailing 12-month yield is currently 3.01%, according to Morningstar.com. The 10-year yield is still higher, but by a diminished 90 basis points following the benchmark rate’s sharp decline in recent days.
“The start of Fed rate cutting cycles are typically characterized by defensive sector outperformance, similar to the rotation that has occurred during the past week,” advise Goldman strategists in a note published on Monday.Risk Disclosure: Trading in financial instruments and/or cryptocurrencies involves high risks including the risk of losing some, or all, of your investment amount, and may not be suitable for all investors.
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