If the S&P 500 follows this historical pattern, it won't be heading for a decline this year -- but instead, another year of gains. The index started this new period of gains with a 24% increase in ...

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After an epic run that spanned more than two years, the stock market took a well-deserved breather to close out 2024 -- and ...

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In this blog, we will begin by analyzing the performance of these two newly launched indices across different economic ...

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The S&P 500's 10% average return beats market timing risks. Find out why corporate earnings growth and inflation protection make staying invested the best move.

The strategy fully replicates the S&P 500, which selects ... head of iShares and index investing, and his appointment represents a departure from Vanguard’s historical norm.

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Stocks fell on Monday as markets reacted to President Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on America’s three largest trading partners, sparking concerns a trade war could hit consumer and corporate ...