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Bad news can make headlines in an instant. Progress often takes longer to notice. From record highs in the stock market to the gradual changes in your own financial life, some of the most important developments happen slowly enough to escape our attention.
The S&P 500 declined for a fifth consecutive week as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, rising oil prices, and weakening consumer sentiment weighed on markets.
The S&P 500 index rose 1.6% last week in a broad advance led by the technology sector as investors grew more hopeful for interest rate cuts. The market benchmark is now up 1.9% for the month and 12% for the year.
Big changes coming to the S&P 500: Robinhood, AppLovin, and Emcor Group are joining the index Sept. 22. Robinhood jumped nearly 16% on the news, while AppLovin surged 12%. Here’s why it matters for investors.
September has a long history as the market’s weakest month. Learn why the “September Effect” exists, what drives it, and why this year may offer investors reasons for optimism.
The S&P 500’s journey in 2024 was anything but boring. From a red-hot start to a weaker-than-expected finish, the index kept us on our toes.
Did you know that, on average, 22 companies are replaced on the S&P every year? Here's four more facts about this measure of the US economy.
Prior to the market open tomorrow, Moderna Inc. joins the S&P 500. Here's what you need to know about the stock.
