In 2025, the U. S. stock market had a rollercoaster year. It faced many challenges, but in the end, it ended up being a great year for investors who stayed patient. The S&P 500 index funds, which are a big part of many people's retirement savings, saw returns of over 18% by December 11. This was th
Stocks worldwide are on the rise as traders keep an eye on the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision. Before markets opened, the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq were all up, following record highs the day before. This surge comes as investors hope for a rate cut due to a slowing job marke
Wall Street is having a tough week. The stock market is down, and investors are feeling the pressure. The S&P 500, a key indicator of the market's health, dropped by 1% in midday trading. This comes after a rollercoaster week where the index swung up and down by at least 1% each day. Things are look
