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

Symbol Name MCAP Price Change
A Agilent Technologies Inc 38.93B 133.42 1.25%
AAPL Apple Inc 3,344.52B 218.11 -3.07%
ABBV AbbVie Inc 305.76B 173.15 -0.27%
ABT Abbott Laboratories 180.59B 103.81 0.09%
ACN Accenture PLC 206.91B 330.33 -0.36%
ADBE Adobe Inc 242.34B 546.56 -1.49%
ADI Analog Devices Inc 115.55B 232.86 -3.00%
ADP Automatic Data Processing Inc 101.65B 248.35 0.15%
ADSK Autodesk Inc 53.06B 246.23 0.40%
AEE Ameren Corp 20.02B 75.08 -0.88%
AEP American Electric Power Co Inc 49.36B 93.64 -0.76%
AES The AES Corp 12.48B 17.56 0.23%
AFL Aflac Inc 53.59B 94.32 -0.19%
AIG American International Group I... 50.25B 75.72 0.63%
AIZ Assurant Inc 8.96B 172.45 1.80%
AJG Arthur J. Gallagher & Co 59.70B 283.58 3.51%
AKAM Akamai Technologies Inc 14.63B 96.97 0.63%
ALB Albemarle Corp 10.75B 92.80 1.98%
ALL Allstate Corp 45.82B 169.17 2.28%
ALLE Allegion PLC 11.06B 126.92 -0.86%
AMAT Applied Materials Inc 181.86B 219.65 -1.71%
AME AMETEK Inc 40.10B 173.25 0.17%
AMGN Amgen Inc 179.08B 333.84 -0.64%
AMP Ameriprise Financial Inc 41.33B 420.01 2.22%
AMT American Tower Corp 97.77B 209.37 -0.37%
AMZN Amazon.com Inc 1,945.94B 186.99 2.44%
AON Aon PLC 64.79B 298.00 -0.15%
APA APA Corp 11.31B 30.46 -0.75%
APD Air Products & Chemicals Inc 57.96B 260.71 0.80%
APH Amphenol Corp 79.59B 63.86 3.40%
AVB AvalonBay Communities Inc 29.63B 208.36 0.09%
AVGO Broadcom Inc 725.28B 155.81 -4.86%
AVY Avery Dennison Corp 18.16B 225.38 0.54%
AWK American Water Works Co Inc 27.82B 142.80 1.65%
AXP American Express Co 172.61B 242.80 -1.67%
AZO AutoZone Inc 49.54B 2,900.00 -0.74%
BA Boeing Co 112.46B 183.19 -1.77%
BAC Bank of America Corp 328.02B 42.19 -0.52%
BAX Baxter International Inc 18.09B 35.49 0.63%
BBY Best Buy Co Inc 19.19B 88.96 0.41%
BDX Becton Dickinson & Co 68.59B 237.34 1.29%
BEN Franklin Resources Inc 12.21B 23.21 -1.41%
BF.B Brown-Forman Corp 20.56B 43.50 -0.05%
BIIB Biogen Inc 32.83B 225.49 -0.51%
BK Bank of New York Mellon Corp 47.44B 64.29 1.03%
BLK BlackRock Inc 125.00B 843.47 0.03%
BMY Bristol-Myers Squibb Co 86.50B 42.67 0.07%
BSX Boston Scientific Corp 116.13B 78.99 0.92%
BWA BorgWarner Inc 7.43B 32.61 1.33%
BXP BXP Inc 11.03B 70.24 3.44%
C Citigroup Inc 123.36B 64.66 0.25%
CAG Conagra Brands Inc 14.02B 29.32 -1.17%
CAH Cardinal Health Inc 24.00B 98.53 1.67%
CAT Caterpillar Inc 168.32B 344.17 -1.07%
CB Chubb Ltd 106.37B 263.25 0.48%
CCI Crown Castle Inc 45.32B 104.29 0.34%
CF CF Industries Holdings Inc 12.89B 70.52 -1.22%
CFG Citizens Financial Group Inc 19.16B 42.30 2.18%
CHD Church & Dwight Co Inc 24.50B 100.21 -0.43%
CHRW C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc 10.59B 90.44 0.28%
CHTR Charter Communications Inc 46.10B 320.04 2.26%
CI The Cigna Group 95.50B 336.17 0.12%
CINF Cincinnati Financial Corp 18.97B 121.20 0.68%
CL Colgate-Palmolive Co 79.21B 96.55 -1.43%
CLX Clorox Co 16.46B 132.56 -0.36%
CMA Comerica Inc 6.91B 52.09 1.92%
CMCSA Comcast Corp 149.13B 38.51 -2.58%
CME CME Group Inc 71.97B 199.88 0.02%
CMG Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc 73.56B 53.56 0.04%
CMI Cummins Inc 38.80B 283.65 -2.95%
CMS CMS Energy Corp 18.32B 61.36 -0.13%
CNC Centene Corp 34.30B 64.27 -2.83%
CNP CenterPoint Energy Inc 18.51B 28.93 -0.13%
COF Capital One Financial Corp 56.07B 146.81 1.17%
COP ConocoPhillips 128.68B 110.52 -1.61%
COST Costco Wholesale Corp 377.93B 852.48 0.60%
CPB Campbell Soup Co 13.53B 45.32 -0.59%
CRM Salesforce Inc 247.80B 255.73 0.65%
CSCO Cisco Systems Inc 193.87B 48.12 2.72%
CSX CSX Corp 66.00B 33.76 1.69%
CTAS Cintas Corp 77.13B 761.74 1.02%
CTSH Cognizant Technology Solutions... 36.70B 73.81 1.55%
CVS CVS Health Corp 74.13B 59.05 0.87%
CVX Chevron Corp 287.41B 157.16 1.35%
D Dominion Energy Inc 44.03B 52.53 0.77%
DAL Delta Air Lines Inc 28.21B 43.71 1.80%
DE Deere & Co 106.23B 385.48 4.36%
DFS Discover Financial Services 35.84B 143.01 1.97%
DG Dollar General Corp 26.23B 119.28 1.91%
DGX Quest Diagnostics Inc 16.02B 143.91 2.10%
DHI D.R. Horton Inc 57.25B 175.59 2.65%
DHR Danaher Corp 192.77B 266.92 1.04%
DIS The Walt Disney Co 164.13B 90.03 0.26%
DLR Digital Realty Trust Inc 48.20B 148.53 -2.07%
DLTR Dollar Tree Inc 22.22B 103.36 -0.32%
DOV Dover Corp 24.79B 180.37 -0.44%
DRI Darden Restaurants Inc 16.78B 141.14 1.23%
DUK Duke Energy Corp 82.65B 107.09 -1.39%
DVA DaVita Inc 12.49B 142.45 -0.95%
DVN Devon Energy Corp 29.21B 46.55 2.13%
EA Electronic Arts Inc 37.87B 142.52 0.95%
EBAY eBay Inc 26.67B 53.12 -1.01%
ECL Ecolab Inc 69.58B 243.66 -0.73%
ED Consolidated Edison Inc 33.17B 95.92 0.05%
EFX Equifax Inc 32.79B 264.99 -1.72%
EIX Edison International 28.90B 75.11 -0.12%
EL The Estee Lauder Companies Inc 35.84B 99.96 -1.07%
EMN Eastman Chemical Co 11.44B 97.31 0.17%
EMR Emerson Electric Co 67.29B 117.62 -0.18%
EOG EOG Resources Inc 71.78B 124.90 -1.60%
EQIX Equinix Inc 76.21B 802.97 0.52%
EQT EQT Corp 20.82B 35.05 -1.74%
ES Eversource Energy 21.42B 60.82 -1.53%
ESS Essex Property Trust Inc 18.69B 291.06 0.33%
ETN Eaton Corp PLC 128.09B 320.32 2.71%
ETR Entergy Corp 23.71B 111.02 0.49%
EW Edwards Lifesciences Corp 52.67B 87.41 0.41%
EXC Exelon Corp 36.15B 36.15 0.79%
EXPD Expeditors International of Wa... 17.49B 123.84 -0.03%
EXPE Expedia Group Inc 17.12B 129.20 -2.62%
EXR Extra Space Storage Inc 35.12B 165.86 -0.38%
F Ford Motor Co 54.78B 13.78 -0.37%
FAST Fastenal Co 38.83B 67.80 -0.15%
META Meta Platforms Inc 1,170.03B 461.27 -5.62%
FCX Freeport-McMoRan Inc 65.03B 45.27 -1.61%
FDX FedEx Corp 73.49B 300.80 -2.16%
FE FirstEnergy Corp 22.95B 39.88 0.21%
FFIV F5 Inc 10.19B 173.80 -0.90%
FIS Fidelity National Information ... 41.77B 75.10 -0.30%
FITB Fifth Third Bancorp 28.09B 41.26 0.98%
FMC FMC Corp 7.23B 57.91 0.16%
FOX Fox Corporation - Class B Comm... 16.07B 34.43 0.30%
FOXA Fox Corp 17.29B 37.04 0.41%
FRT Federal Realty Investment Trus... 8.90B 107.25 -2.23%
FSLR First Solar Inc 23.57B 220.24 1.76%
FTV Fortive Corp 26.88B 76.72 0.14%
GD General Dynamics Corp 80.02B 291.21 1.04%
GE GE Aerospace 176.48B 162.76 2.29%
GILD Gilead Sciences Inc 88.56B 71.08 -1.85%
GIS General Mills Inc 35.72B 63.99 -0.95%
GLW Corning Inc 37.96B 44.31 0.00%
GM General Motors Co 55.70B 49.56 2.61%
GOOG Alphabet Inc. - Class C Capita... 2,268.12B 184.25 0.50%
GOOGL Alphabet Inc 2,237.83B 181.79 0.07%
GPC Genuine Parts Co 19.28B 138.37 0.08%
GPN Global Payments Inc 25.61B 100.35 -0.29%
GRMN Garmin Ltd 34.18B 177.94 2.62%
GS The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 158.77B 492.36 0.05%
GWW W.W. Grainger Inc 46.82B 954.15 2.31%
HAL Halliburton Co 29.56B 33.39 -2.94%
HAS Hasbro Inc 8.30B 59.61 2.29%
HBAN Huntington Bancshares Inc 21.89B 15.07 0.40%
HCA HCA Healthcare Inc 90.08B 343.94 1.11%
HD The Home Depot Inc 347.37B 350.31 -2.59%
HES Hess Corp 45.30B 147.01 0.16%
HIG The Hartford Financial Service... 29.87B 101.94 0.02%
HOLX Hologic Inc 18.28B 78.34 0.31%
HON Honeywell International Inc 138.80B 213.65 -1.72%
HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co 26.06B 20.05 -2.39%
HPQ HP Inc 37.01B 37.82 0.30%
HRL Hormel Foods Corp 17.28B 31.51 1.06%
HST Host Hotels & Resorts Inc 12.73B 18.06 0.70%
HSY The Hershey Co 38.29B 189.35 -1.02%
HUM Humana Inc 46.35B 384.64 -0.09%
IBM International Business Machine... 169.61B 184.64 0.27%
ICE Intercontinental Exchange Inc 85.77B 149.53 0.20%
IDXX IDEXX Laboratories Inc 39.39B 477.00 0.36%
ILMN Illumina Inc 18.84B 118.25 0.55%
IP International Paper Co 16.07B 46.28 0.79%
IPG The Interpublic Group of Compa... 11.11B 29.57 -1.21%
IR Ingersoll Rand Inc 39.15B 97.00 -3.25%
IRM Iron Mountain Inc 29.64B 101.11 0.98%
ISRG Intuitive Surgical Inc 162.21B 456.48 0.32%
ITW Illinois Tool Works Inc 71.73B 240.38 -1.11%
IVZ Invesco Ltd 7.42B 16.49 1.73%
JBHT JB Hunt Transport Services Inc 16.80B 164.71 0.33%
JCI Johnson Controls International... 45.98B 68.25 -1.26%
J Jacobs Solutions Inc 18.94B 151.28 1.24%
JNJ Johnson & Johnson 374.77B 155.72 2.22%
JNPR Juniper Networks Inc 12.08B 37.18 -0.19%
JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co 598.41B 210.33 0.03%
KEY KeyCorp 14.96B 15.86 0.58%
KHC The Kraft Heinz Co 39.83B 32.80 -0.07%
KIM Kimco Realty Corp 14.39B 21.35 -0.56%
KLAC KLA Corp 108.74B 807.66 -0.23%
KMB Kimberly-Clark Corp 45.76B 135.88 -5.74%
KMI Kinder Morgan Inc 47.98B 21.62 -1.06%
KMX CarMax Inc 12.54B 80.35 -0.55%
KO Coca-Cola Co 279.91B 64.96 0.30%
KR The Kroger Co 38.49B 53.33 0.04%
LEN Lennar Corp 47.41B 176.71 3.17%
LH Labcorp Holdings Inc 17.63B 209.15 -2.43%
LKQ LKQ Corp 11.99B 45.40 0.63%
LLY Eli Lilly and Co 779.72B 865.97 1.00%
LMT Lockheed Martin Corp 118.89B 498.80 5.11%
LNT Alliant Energy Corp 14.10B 55.00 0.30%
LOW Lowe's Companies Inc 136.91B 240.27 0.74%
LRCX Lam Research Corp 122.62B 937.86 -2.28%
LUV Southwest Airlines Co 16.06B 26.83 -1.31%
LYB LyondellBasell Industries NV 31.33B 96.23 0.16%
MA Mastercard Inc 400.02B 430.31 -2.59%
MAR Marriott International Inc 67.64B 236.80 -2.28%
MAS Masco Corp 15.90B 72.84 0.16%
MCD McDonald's Corp 180.49B 250.44 -1.43%
MCHP Microchip Technology Inc 46.45B 86.57 -3.50%
MCK McKesson Corp 76.53B 589.99 0.73%
MCO Moody's Corporation 82.00B 450.36 1.86%
MDLZ Mondelez International Inc 89.07B 66.40 0.60%
MDT Medtronic PLC 101.68B 79.30 -0.23%
MET MetLife Inc 53.50B 75.24 0.62%
MHK Mohawk Industries Inc 8.12B 127.18 -0.69%
MKC McCormick & Co Inc 20.00B 74.45 1.55%
MLM Martin Marietta Materials Inc 34.83B 565.07 -0.47%
MMC Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc 107.99B 219.61 0.27%
MMM 3M Co 57.88B 104.59 -0.37%
MNST Monster Beverage Corp 49.74B 50.48 0.24%
MO Altria Group Inc 84.23B 49.04 -0.73%
MOS The Mosaic Co 9.45B 29.39 -0.85%
MPC Marathon Petroleum Corp 58.00B 164.61 -0.79%
MRK Merck & Co Inc 316.45B 124.94 -0.60%
MRO Marathon Oil Corp 15.66B 27.98 0.31%
MS Morgan Stanley 170.12B 105.08 1.47%
MSFT Microsoft Corp 3,306.26B 444.85 0.44%
MSI Motorola Solutions Inc 65.52B 392.82 -0.95%
MTB M&T Bank Corp 28.80B 172.20 0.78%
MTD Mettler-Toledo International I... 30.90B 1,446.95 2.55%
MU Micron Technology Inc 126.91B 114.45 -0.72%
NCLH Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings... 8.72B 20.32 2.99%
NDAQ Nasdaq Inc 38.31B 66.45 5.93%
NEE NextEra Energy Inc 148.21B 72.11 -1.09%
NEM Newmont Corp 54.28B 47.07 -0.47%
NFLX Netflix Inc 275.85B 642.76 -0.74%
NI NiSource Inc 13.81B 30.80 1.02%
NKE Nike Inc 110.89B 73.47 -1.86%
NOC Northrop Grumman Corp 64.78B 442.30 0.96%
NRG NRG Energy Inc 16.02B 76.85 2.59%
NSC Norfolk Southern Corp 50.67B 224.28 -1.65%
NTAP NetApp Inc 26.41B 128.34 1.68%
NTRS Northern Trust Corp 17.43B 86.45 -0.80%
NUE Nucor Corp 39.16B 163.34 0.52%
NVDA NVIDIA Corp 3,038.88B 123.54 4.76%
NWS News Corporation - Class B Com... 16.53B 29.06 1.47%
NWSA News Corp 15.87B 27.91 0.64%
NXPI NXP Semiconductors NV 65.68B 257.84 -9.15%
O Realty Income Corp 50.49B 57.98 1.26%
OKE ONEOK Inc 47.71B 81.75 -0.51%
OMC Omnicom Group Inc 18.00B 92.00 0.28%
ORCL Oracle Corp 392.19B 142.31 1.53%
ORLY O'Reilly Automotive Inc 61.10B 1,052.82 -0.41%
OXY Occidental Petroleum Corp 53.75B 60.62 0.91%
PAYX Paychex Inc 44.21B 122.76 -0.18%
PCAR PACCAR Inc 51.17B 97.60 -1.32%
PCG PG&E Corp 47.49B 18.16 -0.50%
PEG Public Service Enterprise Grou... 37.33B 74.95 -1.32%
PEP PepsiCo Inc 235.42B 171.39 1.92%
PFE Pfizer Inc 172.94B 30.52 1.79%
PG Procter & Gamble Co 398.77B 168.96 0.58%
PGR Progressive Corp 125.54B 214.35 -0.51%
PH Parker Hannifin Corp 70.91B 551.66 -0.09%
PHM PulteGroup Inc 26.24B 126.46 3.19%
PLD Prologis Inc 113.40B 122.48 -0.49%
PM Philip Morris International In... 175.68B 112.99 1.40%
PNC PNC Financial Services Group I... 72.34B 181.95 2.57%
PNW Pinnacle West Capital Corp 9.37B 82.47 0.37%
PPG PPG Industries Inc 29.66B 127.13 1.51%
PSA Public Storage 51.86B 295.14 -0.14%
PSX Phillips 66 60.14B 141.85 2.67%
PWR Quanta Services Inc 37.10B 251.92 -4.75%
PYPL PayPal Holdings Inc 60.43B 57.77 -0.53%
QCOM Qualcomm Inc 197.76B 177.20 -2.14%
QRVO Qorvo Inc 11.45B 120.50 0.39%
REGN Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc 117.53B 1,066.68 0.55%
RF Regions Financial Corp 20.63B 22.55 1.99%
RHI Robert Half Inc 6.84B 65.14 -1.22%
RL Ralph Lauren Corp 10.46B 167.01 -0.72%
ROK Rockwell Automation Inc 31.03B 272.15 -1.30%
ROP Roper Technologies Inc 61.47B 574.27 -0.40%
ROST Ross Stores Inc 47.96B 143.78 -0.79%
RSG Republic Services Inc 62.51B 199.04 -2.95%
SBAC SBA Communications Corp 22.28B 207.33 -0.72%
SBUX Starbucks Corp 86.38B 76.26 -0.38%
SCHW Charles Schwab Corp 119.09B 65.14 0.61%
SHW Sherwin-Williams Co 81.32B 322.35 0.16%
SJM JM Smucker Co 12.22B 114.84 -0.23%
SLB Schlumberger Ltd 68.52B 48.26 -1.62%
SNA Snap-on Inc 14.42B 273.80 -0.36%
SO Southern Co 90.05B 82.36 1.25%
SPG Simon Property Group Inc 48.86B 149.89 -4.42%
SPGI S&P Global Inc 153.28B 489.87 0.23%
SRE Sempra 49.19B 77.73 -0.34%
STT State Street Corporation 25.08B 83.81 -0.23%
STX Seagate Technology Holdings PL... 22.11B 105.30 -0.83%
STZ Constellation Brands Inc 44.82B 245.98 1.14%
SWK Stanley Black & Decker Inc 13.50B 87.75 0.92%
SWKS Skyworks Solutions Inc 18.85B 117.50 -0.77%
SYF Synchrony Financial 19.97B 50.52 1.11%
SYK Stryker Corp 130.43B 342.39 0.43%
SYY Sysco Corp 35.46B 71.20 -2.71%
TAP Molson Coors Beverage Co 11.13B 52.51 0.21%
TDG TransDigm Group Inc 70.28B 1,255.85 1.44%
TEL TE Connectivity Ltd 47.75B 156.85 3.60%
TGT Target Corp 67.75B 146.45 -2.55%
TJX TJX Companies Inc 128.18B 113.42 0.19%
GL Globe Life Inc 8.30B 89.92 1.06%
TMO Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc 217.24B 569.11 3.06%
TMUS T-Mobile US Inc 206.68B 175.88 -0.88%
TROW T. Rowe Price Group Inc 26.00B 116.81 0.73%
TRV The Travelers Companies Inc 46.82B 205.42 0.96%
TSLA Tesla Inc 703.20B 220.12 -0.06%
TSN Tyson Foods Inc 21.01B 59.01 -0.38%
TXN Texas Instruments Inc 180.91B 198.14 -0.08%
TXT Textron Inc 17.57B 92.13 0.34%
UAL United Airlines Holdings Inc 15.10B 45.93 -4.75%
UDR UDR Inc 13.67B 41.50 -1.22%
UHS Universal Health Services Inc 12.45B 185.97 0.37%
ULTA Ulta Beauty Inc 17.64B 369.61 -5.06%
UNH UnitedHealth Group Inc 515.19B 559.75 0.91%
UNP Union Pacific Corp 144.61B 237.38 -0.89%
UPS United Parcel Service Inc 109.96B 128.53 0.67%
USB U.S. Bancorp 69.86B 44.77 -1.72%
VLO Valero Energy Corp 47.14B 147.14 -1.27%
VMC Vulcan Materials Co 34.49B 260.80 0.08%
VRTX Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc 126.52B 490.29 -1.14%
VTR Ventas Inc 21.88B 54.06 0.73%
WAT Waters Corp 18.22B 307.22 1.49%
WBA Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc 9.58B 11.10 -1.80%
WEC WEC Energy Group Inc 25.93B 82.11 0.10%
WFC Wells Fargo & Co 202.80B 59.60 0.78%
WM Waste Management Inc 89.67B 223.45 0.30%
WMB Williams Companies Inc 52.03B 42.69 -3.17%
WMT Walmart Inc 568.04B 70.62 -0.05%
WRK WestRock Co 13.30B 51.51 3.54%
WY Weyerhaeuser Co 22.06B 30.26 -1.12%
WYNN Wynn Resorts Ltd 9.33B 83.27 -0.33%
XEL Xcel Energy Inc 30.66B 55.18 -1.01%
XOM Exxon Mobil Corp 525.62B 117.17 -0.23%
XYL Xylem Inc 34.12B 140.84 2.71%
YUM Yum Brands Inc 35.62B 128.05 0.73%
ZBH Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc 22.57B 109.70 -0.58%
ZTS Zoetis Inc 81.85B 179.84 -0.51%
AMD Advanced Micro Devices Inc 233.77B 144.63 -6.09%
ARE Alexandria Real Estate Equitie... 21.24B 121.41 -3.52%
CBOE Cboe Global Markets Inc 19.27B 183.22 -1.50%
COO The Cooper Companies Inc 18.19B 91.36 -0.12%
EQR Equity Residential 26.95B 71.11 0.10%
MAA Mid-America Apartment Communit... 16.85B 144.22 -0.56%
RJF Raymond James Financial Inc 22.90B 111.37 1.27%
REG Regency Centers Corp 12.08B 65.35 1.86%
SNPS Synopsys Inc 83.93B 547.81 1.69%
T AT&T Inc 130.57B 18.21 -1.84%
AAL American Airlines Group Inc 7.02B 10.69 1.04%
INTU Intuit Inc 180.17B 644.52 1.25%
TSCO Tractor Supply Co 28.35B 262.92 2.13%
ALGN Align Technology Inc 18.87B 250.65 0.54%
ANSS Ansys Inc 27.94B 320.08 0.46%
ADM Archer-Daniels Midland Co 31.72B 64.15 -0.07%
CCL Carnival Corp 24.13B 18.42 -0.06%
HLT Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc 55.18B 220.66 0.24%
K Kellanova Co 19.65B 57.47 0.34%
L Loews Corp 17.25B 77.92 -0.55%
PPL PPL Corp 21.39B 29.00 1.33%
PFG Principal Financial Group Inc 19.45B 83.73 -1.46%
PRU Prudential Financial Inc 44.30B 123.38 -0.85%
AOS A.O. Smith Corp 11.78B 80.76 0.36%
APTV Aptiv PLC 18.70B 68.74 1.35%
CDNS Cadence Design Systems Inc 77.87B 284.37 -0.95%
HII Huntington Ingalls Industries ... 10.67B 270.61 1.69%
IQV IQVIA Holdings Inc 43.94B 241.02 -1.72%
MGM MGM Resorts International 13.67B 43.58 -0.45%
RMD ResMed Inc 30.38B 206.82 -0.23%
WELL Welltower Inc 65.92B 110.25 1.49%
TTWO Take-Two Interactive Software ... 26.43B 151.05 0.40%
MSCI MSCI Inc 39.77B 506.02 2.05%
ANET Arista Networks Inc 102.27B 326.37 -5.85%
BR Broadridge Financial Solutions... 24.29B 205.55 0.41%
CBRE CBRE Group Inc 30.39B 99.16 0.40%
CPRT Copart Inc 50.35B 52.32 -0.40%
EVRG Evergy Inc 12.73B 55.37 -0.22%
ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd 36.27B 96.58 0.36%
AXON Axon Enterprise Inc 24.12B 319.55 0.89%
BG Bunge Global SA 15.75B 111.25 -1.42%
BIO Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc 8.61B 301.92 1.72%
BLDR Builders FirstSource Inc 19.39B 158.88 -3.97%
BRO Brown & Brown Inc 26.57B 93.16 0.76%
BX Blackstone Inc 110.33B 143.62 1.73%
CDW CDW Corp 31.15B 231.76 -0.33%
CE Celanese Corp 15.03B 137.59 -0.92%
COR Cencora Inc 44.25B 224.72 0.51%
CPT Camden Property Trust 12.07B 113.25 0.23%
CRL Charles River Laboratories Int... 11.50B 223.33 -1.89%
CSGP CoStar Group Inc 31.93B 77.92 2.06%
CTLT Catalent Inc 10.57B 58.42 0.33%
CTRA Coterra Energy Inc 19.14B 25.72 -0.28%
CZR Caesars Entertainment Inc 7.31B 33.85 -1.06%
DECK Deckers Outdoor Corp 22.87B 899.86 1.81%
DOC Healthpeak Properties Inc 14.79B 21.01 0.53%
DPZ Domino's Pizza Inc 14.74B 421.47 1.43%
DXCM DexCom Inc 44.93B 112.13 0.43%
ENPH Enphase Energy Inc 14.18B 104.74 -0.69%
EPAM EPAM Systems Inc 11.89B 205.04 -1.11%
ETSY Etsy Inc 7.11B 60.79 -2.57%
FANG Diamondback Energy Inc 35.38B 198.36 -3.09%
FDS FactSet Research Systems Inc 16.33B 429.25 1.17%
FI Fiserv Inc 90.52B 157.22 -0.89%
FICO Fair Isaac Corp 38.98B 1,577.54 1.18%
FTNT Fortinet Inc 44.74B 58.56 3.39%
GEN Gen Digital Inc 15.85B 25.31 0.08%
GNRC Generac Holdings Inc 9.58B 158.02 -1.11%
HUBB Hubbell Inc 20.38B 379.60 0.09%
IEX IDEX Corp 15.67B 207.04 1.95%
INVH Invitation Homes Inc 22.04B 35.97 -1.43%
JBL Jabil Inc 12.77B 112.55 1.35%
JKHY Jack Henry & Associates Inc 12.42B 170.33 1.71%
KDP Keurig Dr Pepper Inc 45.37B 33.46 2.09%
KEYS Keysight Technologies Inc 23.90B 136.96 0.72%
LDOS Leidos Holdings Inc 20.93B 154.80 1.18%
LIN Linde PLC 214.78B 446.79 0.69%
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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.