The Discretionary vs Staples ratio (captured via the $XLY and $XLP etf's) serves as one of many proxies for a potential "Risk Off" signal. While it had been "Risk On" for a number of months, the evidence is mounting that the trend has reversed and market participants are now moving towards more defense and less offense. Be cautious of a sudden and crowded rush for the exits.
Order cancelled:
This one has also reversed as "risk on" has returned to the market
