Since their peaks in 2000, the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq Composite have shown real compounded annual returns of about 5.3%, reflecting recovery after a difficult first 15 years of the century. Adjusted for inflation, $1,000 invested at the 2000 peak in ETFs tracking these indexes is now worth roughly $3,900. The Nasdaq led with a 164% real gain over the last decade, followed by the S&P 500 and Dow. This data highlights the importance of long-term investing despite early setbacks.
State Street has become the first firm to offer distinct ETFs tracking the three major U.S. benchmarks: the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq-100. Their lineup includes SPY, a highly liquid ETF with a 9 basis point fee ideal for activ...
The Invesco S&P 500 Momentum ETF (SPMO) is rated a buy for investors seeking a cost-efficient, momentum-driven alternative to traditional S&P 500 ETFs. It focuses heavily on technology and AI-driven growth, which can lead to higher volatility and ris...
As of July 6, 2026, six of nine major global stock indexes are in positive territory for the year. Japan's Nikkei 225 leads with a 38.5% gain, followed by Canada's TSX and the U.S. S&P 500. In contrast, India's BSE SENSEX and Hong Kong's Hang Seng ar...
The S&P 500 index rose 1.7% last week, marking its best weekly gain in two months and closing just 1.7% below its all-time high set on June 2, 2026. Year-to-date, the S&P 500 is up 9.3%, while the S&P Equal Weight index has outperformed with a 12.2% ...
In 2026, defined outcome or buffer ETFs have surged in popularity as investors look for funds that protect against market losses. These ETFs use options to limit downside risk while capping upside gains, appealing to risk-averse investors. Innovator'...
