Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF Price & Performance (FSTA)

Consumer staples ETFs, including the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF, outpaced broader markets in April, delivering gains as investors sought stability during ongoing economic uncertainty. The sector’s defensive profile and consistent demand have made it a preferred choice, with FSTA posting a 3% rise and attracting steady trading volume.12

Raymond James Financial has taken a new position in the Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF, which recently climbed 0.7% to $85.29. The ETF, tracking US consumer discretionary stocks, reflects renewed interest in sectors sensitive to consumer spending, despite recent market turbulence and shifting investor sentiment.34

The Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples Index ETF has reached $1.34 billion in assets under management, with a current price near $50.95. The fund, featuring major holdings like Procter & Gamble, Walmart, and Coca-Cola, remains a popular low-cost option for investors seeking broad exposure to US consumer staples companies.56