On April 3, 2025, the consumer staples sector showed positive performance, with Costco Wholesale Corp ($COST) leading the way. The sector, which includes tobacco, soft drinks, and nondurable household products, was noted for its gains amid broader market turmoil. Analysts highlighted $COST as a 'safe haven' investment, with the stock reaching a high for the day. Other top-weighted stocks in the consumer staples sector included Procter & Gamble ($PG), Walmart ($WMT), Coca-Cola ($KO), Philip Morris ($PM), PepsiCo ($PEP), Colgate-Palmolive ($CL), and Mondelez International ($MDLZ). The SPDR S&P 500 Consumer Staples ETF ($XLP) was also mentioned as a marker leader, indicating a potential shift in market sentiment towards these defensive stocks.