Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETFFSTA
FSTA
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Funds holding %
of 7,372 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
100% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 2 [Q3] → 4 (+2) [Q4]
87% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 28 | Existing positions closed: 15
23% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 64 | Existing positions reduced: 52
14% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $478M [Q3] → $543M (+$64.9M) [Q4]
13.53% more ownership
Funds ownership: 41.01% [Q3] → 54.54% (+13.53%) [Q4]
5% more funds holding
Funds holding: 166 [Q3] → 175 (+9) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for FSTA.
Financial journalist opinion
Neutral
ETF Trends
23 hours ago
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.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
FSTA: Consumer Staples Dashboard For February
This article reports industry metrics in consumer staples, providing a top-down analysis of the sector. The household products and beverage industries are significantly undervalued, while tobacco has the worst value and quality scores. FSTA offers capital-weighted exposure in consumer staples, slightly outperforming XLP since 2013.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Should You Invest in the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF (FSTA)?
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Consumer Staples - Broad segment of the equity market, the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF (FSTA) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 10/21/2013.
Positive
24/7 Wall Street
3 months ago
Forget Costco Stock: Buy These 3 ETFs Instead
We are officially into the busiest time on the shopping calendar.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 months ago
FSTA: Consumer Staples Dashboard For November
This article provides a top-down analysis of the consumer staples sector, focusing on fundamental metrics. The consumer staples sector as a whole is close to its 11-year averages in valuation metrics. Household products and the beverage industry are undervalued relative to the baseline, while tobacco has the worst value and quality scores.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
3 months ago
Should You Invest in the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF (FSTA)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Consumer Staples - Broad segment of the equity market, look no further than the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF (FSTA), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 10/21/2013.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
5 months ago
FSTA: Valuation Still Expensive
FSTA's portfolio is defensive with a low expense ratio but has underperformed the S&P 500 due to slower revenue growth in consumer staples. The fund is concentrated in large-cap, economically resilient stocks, offering lower volatility and better downside protection during market turmoil. Despite its stability, FSTA's earnings growth is projected to lag behind the broader market, with valuations currently near historical highs.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
5 months ago
Should You Invest in the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF (FSTA)?
The Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF (FSTA) was launched on 10/21/2013, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Consumer Staples - Broad segment of the equity market.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
6 months ago
Consumer Staples ETF (FSTA) Hits New 52-Week High
Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF FSTA is probably on the radar for investors seeking momentum. The fund just hit a 52-week high and has moved up 27.43% from its 52-week low price of $40.28/share.
Neutral
ETF Trends
6 months ago
Disruptive Theme of the Week: Playing Defense
When markets correct, it is a good time to revisit which equity market sectors are “defensive” themes. Certain products and services are nondiscretionary in nature that we cannot live without.
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