Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Industrials ETF Price & Performance (RSPN)

The U.S. stock market faced sharp declines as trade tensions escalated, with the Dow losing over 1,300 points in two days. Financial stocks were among the hardest hit, experiencing their worst performance since 2023. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 Consumer Staples sector showed resilience, buoyed by gains in companies like Walgreens and PepsiCo.12

Defensive ETFs are gaining attention as market volatility rises. With the Fear & Greed Index at its lowest in a year, investors are turning to low-beta funds and inflation-protected securities. These ETFs, focusing on stable sectors like healthcare and utilities, offer a buffer against the ongoing uncertainty in equity markets.23

Asbury Automotive has announced its acquisition of Herb Chambers, a strategic move to enhance its market position. This deal is expected to strengthen Asbury's footprint in the automotive retail sector, signaling the company's commitment to growth through targeted acquisitions in a competitive industry.1