History has some good news for investors concerned about the S&P 500's sluggish start.

In January, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) was up 1.4%. That may not seem like much, but it provides a very powerful indicator of what could happen in the rest of 2026. You may have heard about the ...

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That's three consecutive years in which the index returned more than 15%. It was a combination of circumstances that set off this run. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed ...

Wall Street investors are navigating a divided market narrative as opinions clash over whether equities are overextended, entering a bubble phase, or still poised for further gains fueled by ...

S&P 500 History Suggests Returns Often Cool After Multi-Year Rallies By Brian Gilmartin Stock Markets Published 03/12/2026, 05:45 PM ...

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The Federal Reserve‘s anticipated 25 basis point rate cut might not have the expected impact on the stock market. Historical data from the past 25 years suggests that the S&P 500 often struggles after ...

However, a crucial caveat remains: these robust returns are contingent on the U.S. economy successfully sidestepping a recession. According to Jeff Buchbinder, Chief Equity Strategist at LPL Financial ...

When January is positive, the S&P 500 averages a full year return of around 15%. When January is negative, that full year return drops to just 2.4%. In January, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) was up ...