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Comprehensive Guide to S&P 500: Investing, Index Funds, & Returns

Symbol Name MCAP Price Change
A Agilent Technologies Inc 38.46B 131.83 1.53%
AAPL Apple Inc 3,322.44B 216.67 1.97%
ABBV AbbVie Inc 299.63B 169.68 0.65%
ABT Abbott Laboratories 179.97B 103.56 0.11%
ACN Accenture PLC 179.52B 286.62 0.39%
ADBE Adobe Inc 232.40B 520.67 0.38%
ADI Analog Devices Inc 115.32B 232.87 0.21%
ADP Automatic Data Processing Inc 100.26B 244.74 -0.10%
ADSK Autodesk Inc 51.83B 241.82 0.55%
AEE Ameren Corp 18.77B 70.58 0.26%
AEP American Electric Power Co Inc 46.25B 87.83 0.10%
AES The AES Corp 13.39B 18.81 -0.16%
AFL Aflac Inc 49.98B 88.20 0.28%
AIG American International Group I... 49.10B 74.11 0.18%
AIZ Assurant Inc 8.73B 167.99 1.48%
AJG Arthur J. Gallagher & Co 57.07B 261.77 0.24%
AKAM Akamai Technologies Inc 13.57B 89.33 0.25%
ALB Albemarle Corp 11.83B 101.34 0.71%
ALL Allstate Corp 41.89B 158.47 -0.18%
ALLE Allegion PLC 10.16B 116.23 -0.12%
AMAT Applied Materials Inc 201.08B 242.86 2.46%
AME AMETEK Inc 39.01B 168.52 0.90%
AMGN Amgen Inc 162.69B 303.10 -0.06%
AMP Ameriprise Financial Inc 42.96B 432.55 2.05%
AMT American Tower Corp 89.79B 192.28 -2.42%
AMZN Amazon.com Inc 1,915.44B 183.03 -0.57%
AON Aon PLC 65.23B 300.01 1.57%
APA APA Corp 10.37B 27.94 0.44%
APD Air Products & Chemicals Inc 60.71B 272.88 -0.09%
APH Amphenol Corp 83.08B 68.47 -0.85%
AVB AvalonBay Communities Inc 28.66B 201.60 -0.15%
AVGO Broadcom Inc 851.32B 1,828.87 5.41%
AVY Avery Dennison Corp 18.40B 228.39 0.83%
AWK American Water Works Co Inc 25.08B 128.72 -0.45%
AXP American Express Co 164.20B 228.27 1.54%
AZO AutoZone Inc 50.20B 2,938.83 3.64%
BA Boeing Co 109.51B 178.39 0.64%
BAC Bank of America Corp 308.98B 39.51 0.69%
BAX Baxter International Inc 17.28B 33.91 0.39%
BBY Best Buy Co Inc 19.69B 91.26 4.65%
BDX Becton Dickinson & Co 67.27B 232.75 -0.42%
BEN Franklin Resources Inc 11.66B 22.30 0.64%
BF.B Brown-Forman Corp 20.89B 44.25 0.13%
BIIB Biogen Inc 32.97B 226.46 -2.26%
BK Bank of New York Mellon Corp 43.50B 58.17 0.26%
BLK BlackRock Inc 116.07B 781.08 1.53%
BMY Bristol-Myers Squibb Co 83.05B 40.97 -0.56%
BSX Boston Scientific Corp 112.01B 76.19 -0.75%
BWA BorgWarner Inc 7.56B 33.42 0.68%
BXP Boston Properties Inc 9.65B 61.51 0.10%
C Citigroup Inc 114.56B 60.89 1.39%
CAG Conagra Brands Inc 13.72B 28.66 -0.14%
CAH Cardinal Health Inc 24.59B 100.89 -0.06%
CAT Caterpillar Inc 157.67B 321.43 -0.31%
CB Chubb Ltd 105.87B 261.39 0.26%
CCI Crown Castle Inc 41.86B 96.48 0.14%
CF CF Industries Holdings Inc 13.53B 74.12 0.14%
CFG Citizens Financial Group Inc 15.70B 34.35 -0.44%
CHD Church & Dwight Co Inc 26.73B 109.24 -0.06%
CHRW C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc 10.05B 86.25 0.52%
CHTR Charter Communications Inc 41.19B 285.90 -0.02%
CI The Cigna Group 94.85B 335.36 0.44%
CINF Cincinnati Financial Corp 17.82B 113.27 -0.48%
CL Colgate-Palmolive Co 78.72B 95.76 -0.20%
CLX Clorox Co 17.13B 137.70 -0.20%
CMA Comerica Inc 6.24B 46.93 -0.32%
CMCSA Comcast Corp 146.39B 37.71 1.08%
CME CME Group Inc 70.79B 196.59 -0.28%
CMG Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc 92.44B 3,365.46 2.87%
CMI Cummins Inc 36.92B 270.50 0.22%
CMS CMS Energy Corp 17.70B 59.28 -0.62%
CNC Centene Corp 36.40B 68.20 -1.06%
CNP CenterPoint Energy Inc 19.63B 30.69 -0.52%
COF Capital One Financial Corp 52.36B 137.10 2.55%
COP ConocoPhillips 127.54B 109.54 0.14%
COST Costco Wholesale Corp 384.77B 867.91 1.43%
CPB Campbell Soup Co 13.41B 44.91 2.10%
CRM Salesforce Inc 223.34B 230.48 -0.63%
CSCO Cisco Systems Inc 184.08B 45.69 0.03%
CSX CSX Corp 63.75B 32.61 1.34%
CTAS Cintas Corp 71.78B 707.44 1.69%
CTSH Cognizant Technology Solutions... 32.58B 65.52 1.97%
CVS CVS Health Corp 76.69B 61.09 1.45%
CVX Chevron Corp 280.15B 153.19 0.41%
D Dominion Energy Inc 41.45B 49.45 -1.95%
DAL Delta Air Lines Inc 32.08B 49.71 2.04%
DE Deere & Co 104.50B 379.22 0.33%
DFS Discover Financial Services 31.50B 125.71 3.05%
DG Dollar General Corp 27.90B 126.89 0.88%
DGX Quest Diagnostics Inc 15.22B 137.02 -0.61%
DHI D.R. Horton Inc 47.18B 143.26 0.34%
DHR Danaher Corp 188.23B 254.13 -0.29%
DIS The Walt Disney Co 185.08B 101.52 1.55%
DLR Digital Realty Trust Inc 48.35B 149.01 -0.61%
DLTR Dollar Tree Inc 23.35B 108.65 2.48%
DOV Dover Corp 24.63B 180.40 0.65%
DRI Darden Restaurants Inc 18.33B 153.58 3.23%
DUK Duke Energy Corp 77.79B 100.80 -1.53%
DVA DaVita Inc 12.39B 141.24 0.06%
DVN Devon Energy Corp 28.92B 45.76 0.44%
EA Electronic Arts Inc 36.55B 137.53 1.14%
EBAY eBay Inc 26.68B 53.14 1.94%
ECL Ecolab Inc 69.45B 243.20 1.32%
ED Consolidated Edison Inc 31.35B 90.65 -0.25%
EFX Equifax Inc 29.55B 238.55 -0.21%
EIX Edison International 27.52B 71.29 -0.34%
EL The Estee Lauder Companies Inc 41.19B 113.13 -1.53%
EMN Eastman Chemical Co 11.67B 99.72 0.47%
EMR Emerson Electric Co 61.43B 107.15 -0.21%
EOG EOG Resources Inc 68.44B 119.83 0.63%
EQIX Equinix Inc 72.35B 762.38 -0.51%
EQT EQT Corp 17.03B 38.75 0.47%
ES Eversource Energy 20.31B 57.68 0.06%
ESS Essex Property Trust Inc 18.06B 281.29 1.01%
ETN Eaton Corp PLC 130.10B 324.73 -0.19%
ETR Entergy Corp 22.71B 106.71 0.32%
EW Edwards Lifesciences Corp 52.35B 86.97 0.12%
EXC Exelon Corp 35.17B 35.27 0.29%
EXPD Expeditors International of Wa... 17.48B 123.73 0.28%
EXPE Expedia Group Inc 16.44B 124.07 -0.44%
EXR Extra Space Storage Inc 32.80B 154.91 -1.06%
F Ford Motor Co 47.31B 11.85 1.20%
FAST Fastenal Co 36.88B 64.41 2.16%
META Meta Platforms Inc 1,285.08B 506.63 0.49%
FCX Freeport-McMoRan Inc 67.89B 47.26 -1.77%
FDX FedEx Corp 61.53B 250.26 0.08%
FE FirstEnergy Corp 22.01B 38.24 0.00%
FFIV F5 Inc 9.83B 169.00 0.79%
FIS Fidelity National Information ... 42.34B 76.24 0.16%
FITB Fifth Third Bancorp 24.39B 35.60 -0.14%
FMC FMC Corp 6.98B 56.37 0.75%
FOX Fox Corporation - Class B Comm... 14.48B 31.42 1.26%
FOXA Fox Corp 15.61B 33.85 1.23%
FRT Federal Realty Investment Trus... 8.34B 100.48 -0.71%
FSLR First Solar Inc 27.97B 258.40 -1.13%
FTV Fortive Corp 25.77B 73.21 0.66%
GD General Dynamics Corp 80.62B 294.01 0.06%
GE GE Aerospace 178.67B 164.73 0.92%
GILD Gilead Sciences Inc 80.07B 64.27 -1.22%
GIS General Mills Inc 37.42B 66.29 1.21%
GLW Corning Inc 33.19B 38.85 0.26%
GM General Motors Co 54.05B 47.69 0.62%
GOOG Alphabet Inc. - Class C Capita... 2,209.36B 178.78 0.23%
GOOGL Alphabet Inc 2,190.33B 176.90 -0.20%
GPC Genuine Parts Co 19.49B 140.32 0.31%
GPN Global Payments Inc 23.97B 93.93 0.05%
GRMN Garmin Ltd 30.79B 160.30 0.96%
GS The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 145.17B 452.32 0.48%
GWW W.W. Grainger Inc 45.02B 917.45 1.18%
HAL Halliburton Co 29.58B 33.66 0.75%
HAS Hasbro Inc 8.57B 61.60 0.03%
HBAN Huntington Bancshares Inc 17.96B 12.39 0.17%
HCA HCA Healthcare Inc 87.86B 335.95 0.15%
HD The Home Depot Inc 352.03B 355.01 1.58%
HES Hess Corp 44.69B 145.06 1.03%
HIG The Hartford Financial Service... 29.94B 102.05 0.80%
HOLX Hologic Inc 16.67B 71.72 0.41%
HON Honeywell International Inc 138.02B 211.81 -0.07%
HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co 28.15B 21.98 2.09%
HPQ HP Inc 35.16B 36.12 0.53%
HRL Hormel Foods Corp 16.85B 30.75 0.04%
HST Host Hotels & Resorts Inc 12.66B 17.96 0.79%
HSY The Hershey Co 37.02B 183.05 -2.11%
HUM Humana Inc 42.81B 355.25 -1.03%
IBM International Business Machine... 155.70B 170.24 0.44%
ICE Intercontinental Exchange Inc 78.12B 135.87 -0.25%
IDXX IDEXX Laboratories Inc 41.65B 503.46 -0.18%
ILMN Illumina Inc 17.37B 109.01 -0.06%
IP International Paper Co 15.76B 45.77 0.89%
IPG The Interpublic Group of Compa... 11.16B 29.58 0.00%
IR Ingersoll Rand Inc 37.66B 93.48 0.20%
IRM Iron Mountain Inc 25.87B 89.00 0.83%
ISRG Intuitive Surgical Inc 152.52B 430.00 1.00%
ITW Illinois Tool Works Inc 71.30B 238.95 1.61%
IVZ Invesco Ltd 6.56B 14.59 0.21%
JBHT JB Hunt Transport Services Inc 16.31B 158.01 0.48%
JCI Johnson Controls International... 46.69B 69.31 -0.18%
J Jacobs Solutions Inc 17.62B 140.74 1.84%
JNJ Johnson & Johnson 351.25B 145.95 0.29%
JNPR Juniper Networks Inc 11.54B 35.63 0.37%
JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co 559.92B 195.35 0.19%
KEY KeyCorp 12.79B 13.51 -0.37%
KHC The Kraft Heinz Co 39.97B 32.85 -0.22%
KIM Kimco Realty Corp 12.59B 18.76 0.43%
KLAC KLA Corp 114.29B 852.34 0.41%
KMB Kimberly-Clark Corp 47.29B 140.81 0.26%
KMI Kinder Morgan Inc 43.66B 19.83 0.82%
KMX CarMax Inc 11.28B 71.02 -0.93%
KO Coca-Cola Co 269.76B 62.58 -0.07%
KR The Kroger Co 37.14B 52.36 2.56%
LEN Lennar Corp 43.53B 153.60 -1.87%
LH Labcorp Holdings Inc 16.99B 201.96 0.20%
LKQ LKQ Corp 10.87B 40.74 1.12%
LLY Eli Lilly and Co 841.12B 885.01 0.75%
LMT Lockheed Martin Corp 110.13B 459.22 0.05%
LNT Alliant Energy Corp 12.73B 49.67 -0.35%
LOW Lowe's Companies Inc 129.22B 226.77 1.54%
LRCX Lam Research Corp 140.12B 1,071.70 3.45%
LUV Southwest Airlines Co 17.22B 28.77 1.38%
LYB LyondellBasell Industries NV 30.59B 93.95 0.44%
MA Mastercard Inc 416.57B 448.11 0.79%
MAR Marriott International Inc 69.89B 244.70 2.20%
MAS Masco Corp 15.31B 69.52 0.55%
MCD McDonald's Corp 182.70B 253.51 -0.03%
MCHP Microchip Technology Inc 48.87B 91.02 -0.37%
MCK McKesson Corp 77.66B 597.45 1.28%
MCO Moody's Corporation 75.29B 412.31 1.03%
MDLZ Mondelez International Inc 88.64B 66.08 0.35%
MDT Medtronic PLC 104.84B 79.95 -1.35%
MET MetLife Inc 49.34B 69.38 1.22%
MHK Mohawk Industries Inc 7.18B 112.45 0.39%
MKC McCormick & Co Inc 18.65B 69.48 2.50%
MLM Martin Marietta Materials Inc 35.38B 569.60 -0.75%
MMC Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc 104.22B 211.52 1.27%
MMM 3M Co 55.63B 100.53 -0.37%
MNST Monster Beverage Corp 48.41B 49.13 2.29%
MO Altria Group Inc 76.78B 44.70 0.86%
MOS The Mosaic Co 8.65B 26.90 -0.96%
MPC Marathon Petroleum Corp 60.51B 171.73 0.98%
MRK Merck & Co Inc 322.93B 127.50 -0.94%
MRO Marathon Oil Corp 15.29B 27.49 0.63%
MS Morgan Stanley 157.71B 97.09 0.06%
MSFT Microsoft Corp 3,332.42B 448.56 0.05%
MSI Motorola Solutions Inc 63.85B 382.82 1.98%
MTB M&T Bank Corp 24.16B 144.70 -0.07%
MTD Mettler-Toledo International I... 30.92B 1,458.12 0.72%
MU Micron Technology Inc 163.70B 147.83 4.58%
NCLH Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings... 7.26B 17.15 1.42%
NDAQ Nasdaq Inc 33.80B 58.58 -0.09%
NEE NextEra Energy Inc 148.56B 69.66 -3.67%
NEM Newmont Corp 47.17B 41.03 0.29%
NFLX Netflix Inc 291.22B 676.82 0.15%
NI NiSource Inc 12.55B 28.00 -0.61%
NKE Nike Inc 143.39B 94.70 -0.32%
NOC Northrop Grumman Corp 63.60B 431.91 0.50%
NRG NRG Energy Inc 16.38B 78.55 -0.12%
NSC Norfolk Southern Corp 49.90B 221.75 0.39%
NTAP NetApp Inc 25.94B 126.63 0.47%
NTRS Northern Trust Corp 16.79B 82.12 0.05%
NUE Nucor Corp 37.73B 157.38 1.74%
NVDA NVIDIA Corp 3,221.89B 130.98 -0.69%
NWS News Corporation - Class B Com... 15.63B 27.59 0.51%
NWSA News Corp 15.29B 26.86 -0.82%
NXPI NXP Semiconductors NV 69.36B 271.26 0.90%
O Realty Income Corp 46.21B 53.07 -0.57%
OKE ONEOK Inc 46.14B 79.05 1.22%
OMC Omnicom Group Inc 17.64B 90.08 1.89%
ORCL Oracle Corp 388.39B 141.31 2.31%
ORLY O'Reilly Automotive Inc 61.44B 1,043.25 3.57%
OXY Occidental Petroleum Corp 53.38B 60.20 0.61%
PAYX Paychex Inc 44.89B 124.71 2.23%
PCAR PACCAR Inc 56.48B 107.97 0.21%
PCG PG&E Corp 46.49B 17.82 0.23%
PEG Public Service Enterprise Grou... 36.39B 73.07 0.60%
PEP PepsiCo Inc 228.41B 166.14 1.43%
PFE Pfizer Inc 152.88B 26.98 -2.00%
PG Procter & Gamble Co 395.32B 167.50 0.43%
PGR Progressive Corp 121.96B 208.24 2.12%
PH Parker Hannifin Corp 65.05B 505.46 -0.12%
PHM PulteGroup Inc 24.07B 114.41 0.28%
PLD Prologis Inc 103.03B 111.28 -0.05%
PM Philip Morris International In... 158.64B 102.05 -0.15%
PNC PNC Financial Services Group I... 60.79B 152.78 1.12%
PNW Pinnacle West Capital Corp 8.61B 75.96 0.14%
PPG PPG Industries Inc 30.08B 128.27 0.75%
PSA Public Storage 49.87B 283.80 0.20%
PSX Phillips 66 58.20B 137.29 0.39%
PWR Quanta Services Inc 40.49B 276.58 1.21%
PYPL PayPal Holdings Inc 62.90B 60.13 -0.84%
QCOM Qualcomm Inc 248.00B 222.22 3.20%
QRVO Qorvo Inc 10.92B 114.20 1.62%
REGN Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc 115.18B 1,045.37 0.86%
RF Regions Financial Corp 17.31B 18.90 1.34%
RHI Robert Half Inc 6.71B 63.98 -1.32%
RL Ralph Lauren Corp 11.43B 181.72 -0.67%
ROK Rockwell Automation Inc 29.47B 258.30 -0.09%
ROP Roper Technologies Inc 59.26B 553.00 -0.11%
ROST Ross Stores Inc 50.22B 149.77 -0.41%
RSG Republic Services Inc 60.37B 191.70 0.01%
SBAC SBA Communications Corp 20.54B 191.96 0.41%
SBUX Starbucks Corp 92.12B 81.17 -0.20%
SCHW Charles Schwab Corp 133.11B 72.65 -0.22%
SHW Sherwin-Williams Co 76.79B 301.95 -0.30%
SJM JM Smucker Co 11.91B 112.85 0.60%
SLB Schlumberger Ltd 62.36B 43.63 1.47%
SNA Snap-on Inc 14.14B 268.23 2.29%
SO Southern Co 84.94B 77.68 -1.24%
SPG Simon Property Group Inc 48.13B 147.67 -0.78%
SPGI S&P Global Inc 135.58B 433.30 -0.26%
SRE Sempra 47.36B 75.21 0.50%
STT State Street Corporation 21.60B 71.62 -0.13%
STX Seagate Technology Holdings PL... 22.25B 107.29 1.24%
STZ Constellation Brands Inc 48.00B 263.35 0.39%
SWK Stanley Black & Decker Inc 12.98B 85.04 0.81%
SWKS Skyworks Solutions Inc 17.06B 106.83 0.50%
SYF Synchrony Financial 17.30B 43.26 0.39%
SYK Stryker Corp 131.31B 345.91 0.36%
SYY Sysco Corp 36.32B 72.94 3.19%
TAP Molson Coors Beverage Co 10.64B 50.02 -0.36%
TDG TransDigm Group Inc 73.80B 1,315.35 -0.27%
TEL TE Connectivity Ltd 45.99B 150.18 1.93%
TGT Target Corp 67.07B 144.97 2.70%
TJX TJX Companies Inc 124.57B 110.22 1.59%
GL Globe Life Inc 7.37B 79.92 2.61%
TMO Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc 216.81B 570.23 0.40%
TMUS T-Mobile US Inc 208.44B 177.38 0.79%
TROW T. Rowe Price Group Inc 26.14B 117.04 1.87%
TRV The Travelers Companies Inc 47.66B 207.98 -0.08%
TSLA Tesla Inc 597.78B 187.44 5.30%
TSN Tyson Foods Inc 19.80B 55.65 0.08%
TXN Texas Instruments Inc 177.45B 194.86 -0.03%
TXT Textron Inc 16.38B 85.92 0.79%
UAL United Airlines Holdings Inc 16.56B 50.41 0.10%
UDR UDR Inc 13.28B 40.54 0.49%
UHS Universal Health Services Inc 12.70B 190.22 0.22%
ULTA Ulta Beauty Inc 18.45B 386.64 -0.65%
UNH UnitedHealth Group Inc 450.28B 489.65 0.09%
UNP Union Pacific Corp 135.07B 223.06 0.76%
UPS United Parcel Service Inc 116.23B 136.72 0.64%
USB U.S. Bancorp 61.00B 39.17 0.20%
VLO Valero Energy Corp 49.41B 151.11 0.70%
VMC Vulcan Materials Co 33.90B 256.35 1.47%
VRTX Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc 122.24B 473.22 -0.10%
VTR Ventas Inc 20.24B 50.02 0.04%
WAT Waters Corp 17.45B 294.25 -0.24%
WBA Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc 13.07B 15.48 2.15%
WEC WEC Energy Group Inc 24.75B 78.37 -0.63%
WFC Wells Fargo & Co 203.04B 58.53 0.50%
WM Waste Management Inc 82.78B 206.38 1.35%
WMB Williams Companies Inc 50.29B 41.26 0.22%
WMT Walmart Inc 542.30B 67.42 0.60%
WRK WestRock Co 12.91B 49.99 0.67%
WY Weyerhaeuser Co 21.25B 29.15 0.52%
WYNN Wynn Resorts Ltd 9.95B 88.85 0.08%
XEL Xcel Energy Inc 29.58B 53.06 -0.34%
XOM Exxon Mobil Corp 486.10B 110.02 1.54%
XYL Xylem Inc 33.83B 139.61 0.05%
YUM Yum Brands Inc 38.56B 136.92 0.00%
ZBH Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc 22.02B 107.22 0.18%
ZTS Zoetis Inc 77.98B 171.21 0.18%
AMD Advanced Micro Devices Inc 256.02B 158.40 -0.78%
ARE Alexandria Real Estate Equitie... 20.14B 115.70 0.46%
CBOE Cboe Global Markets Inc 17.90B 169.86 -0.25%
COO The Cooper Companies Inc 18.41B 92.46 -1.09%
EQR Equity Residential 25.39B 67.28 0.41%
MAA Mid-America Apartment Communit... 16.28B 139.36 0.03%
RJF Raymond James Financial Inc 24.45B 117.96 1.98%
REG Regency Centers Corp 11.35B 61.71 0.46%
SNPS Synopsys Inc 93.88B 613.37 0.11%
T AT&T Inc 126.70B 18.03 2.04%
AAL American Airlines Group Inc 7.51B 11.44 0.00%
INTU Intuit Inc 168.43B 605.87 0.56%
TSCO Tractor Supply Co 31.22B 289.55 3.32%
ALGN Align Technology Inc 18.48B 245.52 -4.10%
ANSS Ansys Inc 28.57B 327.23 1.26%
ADM Archer-Daniels Midland Co 29.75B 60.04 -0.20%
CCL Carnival Corp 21.12B 16.12 2.75%
HLT Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc 53.66B 214.62 2.05%
K Kellanova Co 19.87B 58.12 1.05%
L Loews Corp 16.65B 75.69 0.64%
PPL PPL Corp 20.59B 27.91 -0.61%
PFG Principal Financial Group Inc 18.25B 78.08 0.27%
PRU Prudential Financial Inc 41.12B 114.85 0.30%
AOS A.O. Smith Corp 12.27B 83.97 0.35%
APTV Aptiv PLC 19.30B 70.95 0.93%
CDNS Cadence Design Systems Inc 87.74B 322.08 3.20%
HII Huntington Ingalls Industries ... 9.54B 242.95 0.38%
IQV IQVIA Holdings Inc 38.87B 214.37 0.50%
MGM MGM Resorts International 12.67B 40.67 0.70%
RMD ResMed Inc 30.90B 211.15 0.38%
WELL Welltower Inc 62.06B 103.79 -0.24%
TTWO Take-Two Interactive Software ... 27.55B 157.40 -0.99%
MSCI MSCI Inc 38.41B 484.78 0.89%
ANET Arista Networks Inc 106.57B 340.08 3.53%
BR Broadridge Financial Solutions... 23.36B 196.98 -0.34%
CBRE CBRE Group Inc 26.81B 88.17 0.92%
CPRT Copart Inc 52.30B 54.14 -0.39%
EVRG Evergy Inc 12.10B 52.75 0.25%
ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd 37.25B 99.21 2.01%
AXON Axon Enterprise Inc 22.43B 297.73 0.19%
BG Bunge Global SA 14.58B 102.98 0.15%
BIO Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc 8.44B 295.80 0.01%
BLDR Builders FirstSource Inc 18.30B 149.93 0.26%
BRO Brown & Brown Inc 26.24B 92.00 2.14%
BX Blackstone Inc 91.81B 122.09 -0.06%
CDW CDW Corp 30.42B 226.35 1.42%
CE Celanese Corp 15.22B 139.35 -0.03%
COR Cencora Inc 46.22B 234.70 0.94%
CPT Camden Property Trust 11.56B 108.56 0.06%
CRL Charles River Laboratories Int... 10.74B 207.46 -0.46%
CSGP CoStar Group Inc 29.90B 73.20 -0.99%
CTLT Catalent Inc 9.99B 55.21 -0.49%
CTRA Coterra Energy Inc 19.85B 26.67 -0.23%
CZR Caesars Entertainment Inc 7.80B 36.12 0.25%
DECK Deckers Outdoor Corp 25.89B 1,017.49 -0.62%
DOC Healthpeak Properties Inc 13.63B 19.36 -1.48%
DPZ Domino's Pizza Inc 18.56B 532.16 2.07%
DXCM DexCom Inc 46.34B 117.32 0.68%
ENPH Enphase Energy Inc 16.44B 119.72 -0.92%
EPAM EPAM Systems Inc 10.11B 173.01 -0.78%
ETSY Etsy Inc 6.86B 58.74 0.06%
FANG Diamondback Energy Inc 33.45B 187.56 0.86%
FDS FactSet Research Systems Inc 15.50B 406.73 1.25%
FI Fiserv Inc 87.61B 150.49 0.51%
FICO Fair Isaac Corp 34.84B 1,409.96 1.40%
FTNT Fortinet Inc 46.52B 60.90 0.20%
GEN Gen Digital Inc 14.83B 23.69 -2.87%
GNRC Generac Holdings Inc 8.24B 134.84 -0.79%
HUBB Hubbell Inc 20.49B 377.80 -1.01%
IEX IDEX Corp 15.16B 200.28 -0.01%
INVH Invitation Homes Inc 21.75B 35.51 0.03%
JBL Jabil Inc 15.01B 124.48 4.19%
JKHY Jack Henry & Associates Inc 12.03B 165.04 2.15%
KDP Keurig Dr Pepper Inc 47.02B 34.69 1.91%
KEYS Keysight Technologies Inc 23.90B 136.95 0.72%
LDOS Leidos Holdings Inc 19.45B 143.84 -0.02%
LIN Linde PLC 211.82B 440.63 0.85%
LULU Lululemon Athletica Inc 39.11B 312.91 2.26%
LVS Las Vegas Sands Corp 33.04B 44.17 -0.42%
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Introduction to S&P 500

What is the S&P 500?

The S&P 500, or Standard & Poor’s 500, is a stock market index that measures the stock performance of 500 large companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States. It is one of the most commonly followed equity indices and serves as a barometer of the overall U.S. stock market.

Importance and Relevance in the Market

The S&P 500 is widely regarded as one of the best gauges of large-cap U.S. equities. The index has a significant influence on investor decisions and reflects the economic health of the nation. It is used by investors to track the performance of the market and by economists to understand the economic trends.

Understanding the S&P 500 Index

Definition and Composition

The S&P 500 Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index of 500 of the largest publicly traded companies in the U.S. It covers various industries and provides a comprehensive snapshot of the American economy.

S&P 500 Ticker and Symbol

The ticker symbol for the S&P 500 is SPX when referring to the index itself, SPY for the most widely traded ETF tracking the index, and INX when referencing the index on certain financial platforms.

Historical Significance and All-Time Highs

The S&P 500 has a long history of tracking the performance of large-cap U.S. stocks, making it a key indicator for investors. The index has seen numerous milestones and all-time highs, reflecting periods of economic growth and market optimism.

Investing in S&P 500

How to Invest in the S&P 500

Investing in the S&P 500 can be done through various methods, each offering different benefits and levels of involvement. Investors can choose from direct stock purchases, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), or index funds to gain exposure to the S&P 500.

Different Investment Vehicles: Stocks, ETFs, and Index Funds

There are three primary investment vehicles for accessing the S&P 500:

  • Stocks: Directly purchasing shares of the companies listed in the S&P 500.
  • ETFs: Exchange-traded funds like SPY that track the performance of the S&P 500.
  • Index Funds: Mutual funds designed to replicate the performance of the S&P 500, such as those offered by Vanguard, Fidelity, and Schwab.

Best S&P 500 Index Funds and ETFs (Vanguard, Fidelity, Schwab)

Some of the best options for investing in the S&P 500 include:

  • Vanguard S&P 500 Index Fund (VFIAX): Known for its low expense ratio and strong performance.
  • Fidelity S&P 500 Index Fund (FXAIX): Another low-cost option with a solid track record.
  • Schwab S&P 500 Index Fund (SWPPX): Offers competitive fees and good returns.
  • Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO): A popular ETF choice with low costs and high liquidity.
  • SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY): One of the most widely traded ETFs tracking the S&P 500.

S&P 500 Performance and Returns

Historical Returns and Year-to-Date Performance

Historical returns of the S&P 500 provide valuable insights into the long-term growth and performance of the index. Year-to-date (YTD) performance is crucial for understanding the current market trends and making informed investment decisions.

S&P 500 Annual and Average Returns

The annual returns of the S&P 500 vary from year to year, influenced by economic conditions, market sentiment, and other factors. The average return over the long term is often used by investors to set expectations and goals for their portfolios.

Performance by Year and Sector Analysis

Analyzing the performance by year helps identify trends and patterns in the market. Sector analysis breaks down the performance of different industries within the S&P 500, highlighting which sectors are driving growth or experiencing downturns.

Tools: S&P 500 Return Calculators and Heat Maps

Investors can utilize various tools to better understand and analyze the S&P 500’s performance. Return calculators help estimate potential returns based on historical data, while heat maps provide a visual representation of the performance of individual stocks and sectors within the index.

S&P 500 Futures and Market Indicators

Understanding S&P 500 Futures and Mini Futures

S&P 500 futures are contracts that allow investors to buy or sell the index at a predetermined price on a future date. Mini futures are smaller contracts that offer the same exposure with less capital required, making them accessible to a broader range of investors.

S&P 500 Index Futures and Their Impact on the Market

The S&P 500 index futures play a crucial role in the financial markets. They are used by investors for hedging and speculation, and their prices often reflect market sentiment and anticipated movements. Changes in futures prices can impact the overall market, influencing trading strategies and investment decisions.

Daily Updates: S&P 500 Today, Price, and News

Keeping track of daily updates is essential for investors. This includes the S&P 500’s price movements, latest news, and key market indicators. Staying informed helps investors make timely decisions and respond to market changes effectively.

Analyzing S&P 500 Stocks and Companies

List of S&P 500 Companies

The list of S&P 500 companies includes 500 of the largest publicly traded companies in the U.S. These companies are selected based on their market capitalization, liquidity, and industry representation, providing a comprehensive overview of the American corporate landscape.

Stock Prices, P/E Ratios, and Market Cap

Understanding the stock prices, P/E ratios (price-to-earnings ratios), and market cap (market capitalization) of S&P 500 companies is crucial for investors. These metrics help assess the value, profitability, and size of the companies within the index.

Sector Weightings and Top-Performing Stocks

The S&P 500 is divided into different sectors, each with a sector weighting that reflects its proportion of the overall index. Analyzing these weightings helps identify which sectors are driving growth. Additionally, identifying the top-performing stocks within each sector can provide investment opportunities and insights into market trends.

Tracking and Charting the S&P 500

S&P 500 Charts: Historical, Current, and Future Forecasts

S&P 500 charts provide visual representations of the index’s performance over time. Historical charts show past trends and significant milestones, while current charts display the latest data. Future forecasts help investors anticipate potential movements and make informed decisions.

Using Graphs and Heat Maps for Analysis

Graphs and heat maps are valuable tools for analyzing the S&P 500. Graphs offer detailed insights into price movements, trends, and patterns, while heat maps provide a visual summary of the performance of different sectors and individual stocks within the index.

Resources for Live Updates and Predictions

Staying updated with the latest information is essential for investors. Various resources for live updates and predictions are available, including financial news websites, market analysis platforms, and investment tools. These resources help investors stay informed and react promptly to market changes.

Conclusion

Summary of Key Points

In summary, the S&P 500 is a vital index that offers a broad view of the U.S. stock market. Understanding its composition, investment vehicles, and performance metrics is crucial for investors. By analyzing historical returns, sector weightings, and top-performing stocks, investors can make informed decisions to maximize their returns.

Future Outlook and Investment Strategies

Looking ahead, the future outlook for the S&P 500 remains positive, with continued growth expected in various sectors. Investment strategies should focus on diversification, staying informed with live updates, and utilizing tools like return calculators and heat maps. By adopting these strategies, investors can navigate the market effectively and achieve their financial goals.

FAQ

Q1: What is the S&P 500?

A1: The S&P 500, or Standard & Poor’s 500, is a stock market index that measures the stock performance of 500 large companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States. It serves as a barometer of the overall U.S. stock market.

Q2: How can I invest in the S&P 500?

A2: You can invest in the S&P 500 through various methods, including direct stock purchases, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and index funds. Popular options include the Vanguard S&P 500 Index Fund (VFIAX), Fidelity S&P 500 Index Fund (FXAIX), and SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY).

Q3: What are the historical returns of the S&P 500?

A3: The historical returns of the S&P 500 vary, but the index has generally provided long-term growth. Average annual returns have been around 10% over the past several decades, though individual year performance can vary significantly.

Q4: What is the significance of S&P 500 futures?

A4: S&P 500 futures are contracts that allow investors to buy or sell the index at a predetermined price on a future date. They are used for hedging and speculation, and their prices can impact market sentiment and overall market movements.

Q5: How do I track the performance of the S&P 500?

A5: You can track the performance of the S&P 500 through financial news websites, market analysis platforms, and investment tools. Utilizing charts, graphs, and heat maps can provide detailed insights into the index’s performance and trends.

Q6: What are the top sectors in the S&P 500?

A6: The top sectors in the S&P 500 typically include technology, healthcare, financials, consumer discretionary, and communication services. These sectors represent a significant portion of the index and are major drivers of its performance.