It's impossible to argue with the S&P 500's (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) performance. In the past decade, the benchmark index produced a total return of 316% (as of July 13). Had you invested $10,000 back then, you'd have $41,600 today. This is a historically strong showing, supporting what is undoubtedly a fantastic track record.
Those market participants who captured this gain have no complaints. But if I could tell all long-term investors one thing about the S&P 500 index right now, it would be this.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
The S&P 500 is structurally different these days. The economic backdrop has changed.
The information technology sector represents a notable 39% of the entire index. It is by far the biggest sector. Financials come in second place, with an 11% representation in the index.
Those market participants who captured this gain have no complaints. But if I could tell all long-term investors one thing about the S&P 500 index right now, it would be this.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
The S&P 500 is structurally different these days. The economic backdrop has changed.
The information technology sector represents a notable 39% of the entire index. It is by far the biggest sector. Financials come in second place, with an 11% representation in the index.
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