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

Symbol Name MCAP Price Change
A Agilent Technologies Inc 40.37B 140.51 0.34%
AAPL Apple Inc 3,307.36B 217.53 0.60%
ABBV AbbVie Inc 305.84B 173.15 -0.27%
ABT Abbott Laboratories 189.41B 108.86 0.58%
ACN Accenture PLC 215.38B 343.84 0.56%
ADBE Adobe Inc 242.34B 546.56 -1.49%
ADI Analog Devices Inc 115.61B 232.86 -3.00%
ADP Automatic Data Processing Inc 112.66B 276.26 0.13%
ADSK Autodesk Inc 55.76B 258.72 0.13%
AEE Ameren Corp 22.27B 83.46 1.16%
AEP American Electric Power Co Inc 54.06B 101.60 1.32%
AES The AES Corp 11.91B 16.75 -2.25%
AFL Aflac Inc 60.99B 108.90 -1.33%
AIG American International Group I... 48.96B 76.03 -1.33%
AIZ Assurant Inc 9.73B 187.81 0.29%
AJG Arthur J. Gallagher & Co 62.13B 283.58 3.51%
AKAM Akamai Technologies Inc 14.69B 96.97 0.63%
ALB Albemarle Corp 10.91B 92.80 1.98%
ALL Allstate Corp 44.67B 169.17 2.28%
ALLE Allegion PLC 11.70B 134.32 1.60%
AMAT Applied Materials Inc 150.22B 182.22 -0.63%
AME AMETEK Inc 35.82B 154.69 1.28%
AMGN Amgen Inc 179.38B 333.84 -0.64%
AMP Ameriprise Financial Inc 42.75B 435.34 0.92%
AMT American Tower Corp 102.60B 219.66 -0.09%
AMZN Amazon.com Inc 1,962.57B 186.99 2.44%
AON Aon PLC 75.68B 348.38 0.10%
APA APA Corp 9.19B 24.85 -1.55%
APD Air Products & Chemicals Inc 61.97B 278.76 1.06%
APH Amphenol Corp 76.91B 63.86 3.40%
AVB AvalonBay Communities Inc 32.07B 225.49 0.85%
AVGO Broadcom Inc 655.50B 140.82 2.80%
AVY Avery Dennison Corp 16.29B 202.27 -3.86%
AWK American Water Works Co Inc 28.45B 146.01 1.44%
AXP American Express Co 175.62B 247.03 -1.91%
AZO AutoZone Inc 53.31B 3,120.50 0.91%
BA Boeing Co 100.39B 162.91 3.36%
BAC Bank of America Corp 301.07B 38.80 -2.71%
BAX Baxter International Inc 19.67B 38.55 -0.71%
BBY Best Buy Co Inc 18.11B 84.33 0.32%
BDX Becton Dickinson & Co 67.56B 233.75 0.22%
BEN Franklin Resources Inc 12.14B 23.21 -1.41%
BF.B Brown-Forman Corp 21.38B 45.23 -1.36%
BIIB Biogen Inc 29.97B 205.72 0.12%
BK Bank of New York Mellon Corp 49.97B 67.72 1.98%
BLK BlackRock Inc 132.34B 893.44 -0.16%
BMY Bristol-Myers Squibb Co 100.82B 49.73 1.27%
BSX Boston Scientific Corp 109.50B 74.36 -1.07%
BWA BorgWarner Inc 7.43B 32.61 1.33%
BXP BXP Inc 11.09B 70.24 3.44%
C Citigroup Inc 115.50B 60.54 2.12%
CAG Conagra Brands Inc 14.83B 30.95 1.93%
CAH Cardinal Health Inc 24.03B 98.53 1.67%
CAT Caterpillar Inc 164.98B 340.24 -4.46%
CB Chubb Ltd 110.44B 273.41 0.39%
CCI Crown Castle Inc 49.26B 113.35 1.19%
CF CF Industries Holdings Inc 14.27B 79.11 -4.79%
CFG Citizens Financial Group Inc 19.13B 42.67 -0.89%
CHD Church & Dwight Co Inc 25.78B 105.29 3.35%
CHRW C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc 11.47B 97.78 -0.49%
CHTR Charter Communications Inc 49.45B 346.42 -0.33%
CI The Cigna Group 102.17B 365.48 1.02%
CINF Cincinnati Financial Corp 21.49B 137.57 0.40%
CL Colgate-Palmolive Co 88.07B 107.78 1.21%
CLX Clorox Co 17.77B 143.47 -0.73%
CMA Comerica Inc 7.37B 55.55 1.30%
CMCSA Comcast Corp 151.41B 39.10 0.22%
CME CME Group Inc 78.58B 218.22 1.03%
CMG Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc 72.87B 53.21 -0.25%
CMI Cummins Inc 41.46B 302.50 -0.60%
CMS CMS Energy Corp 20.01B 67.00 0.41%
CNC Centene Corp 41.24B 78.40 0.31%
CNP CenterPoint Energy Inc 17.04B 26.14 1.28%
COF Capital One Financial Corp 53.38B 139.78 -1.23%
COP ConocoPhillips 130.79B 112.63 -1.53%
COST Costco Wholesale Corp 397.01B 895.50 1.00%
CPB Campbell Soup Co 15.50B 51.91 0.04%
CRM Salesforce Inc 244.27B 255.51 -0.59%
CSCO Cisco Systems Inc 201.69B 50.54 0.30%
CSX CSX Corp 66.44B 34.27 0.98%
CTAS Cintas Corp 81.13B 805.12 0.74%
CTSH Cognizant Technology Solutions... 38.55B 77.77 0.82%
CVS CVS Health Corp 72.01B 57.24 0.48%
CVX Chevron Corp 268.49B 147.95 0.36%
D Dominion Energy Inc 46.90B 55.90 0.81%
DAL Delta Air Lines Inc 27.42B 42.49 2.24%
DE Deere & Co 105.54B 385.74 1.03%
DFS Discover Financial Services 34.83B 138.71 0.83%
DG Dollar General Corp 18.25B 82.97 -1.27%
DGX Quest Diagnostics Inc 17.39B 156.23 0.88%
DHI D.R. Horton Inc 61.51B 188.76 1.03%
DHR Danaher Corp 196.20B 271.66 0.15%
DIS The Walt Disney Co 163.91B 90.38 0.64%
DLR Digital Realty Trust Inc 49.64B 151.61 1.42%
DLTR Dollar Tree Inc 18.16B 84.49 -0.36%
DOV Dover Corp 24.25B 176.39 -2.15%
DRI Darden Restaurants Inc 18.74B 158.15 0.90%
DUK Duke Energy Corp 87.99B 113.95 0.85%
DVA DaVita Inc 12.66B 150.92 -1.52%
DVN Devon Energy Corp 28.04B 44.78 -0.49%
EA Electronic Arts Inc 40.11B 151.82 1.05%
EBAY eBay Inc 25.98B 53.12 -1.01%
ECL Ecolab Inc 69.33B 243.66 -0.73%
ED Consolidated Edison Inc 33.20B 95.92 0.05%
EFX Equifax Inc 37.42B 302.44 -0.07%
EIX Edison International 32.45B 84.03 -0.18%
EL The Estee Lauder Companies Inc 33.13B 92.35 0.75%
EMN Eastman Chemical Co 11.73B 100.30 -0.32%
EMR Emerson Electric Co 58.64B 102.51 -2.74%
EOG EOG Resources Inc 71.96B 126.55 1.07%
EQIX Equinix Inc 77.71B 818.52 0.07%
EQT EQT Corp 19.45B 32.75 -1.33%
ES Eversource Energy 21.74B 60.82 -1.53%
ESS Essex Property Trust Inc 18.57B 289.10 -0.04%
ETN Eaton Corp PLC 117.29B 294.62 -0.48%
ETR Entergy Corp 26.12B 122.17 -0.30%
EW Edwards Lifesciences Corp 40.30B 66.90 0.13%
EXC Exelon Corp 38.75B 38.73 1.39%
EXPD Expeditors International of Wa... 17.29B 122.53 1.27%
EXPE Expedia Group Inc 17.30B 132.86 0.46%
EXR Extra Space Storage Inc 37.03B 174.74 0.67%
F Ford Motor Co 42.38B 10.66 0.76%
FAST Fastenal Co 37.61B 65.68 0.76%
META Meta Platforms Inc 1,265.59B 500.27 -3.21%
FCX Freeport-McMoRan Inc 62.24B 43.32 -1.30%
FDX FedEx Corp 73.68B 300.80 -2.16%
FE FirstEnergy Corp 22.97B 39.88 0.21%
FFIV F5 Inc 10.13B 173.80 -0.90%
FIS Fidelity National Information ... 43.20B 79.18 0.23%
FITB Fifth Third Bancorp 27.56B 40.77 0.23%
FMC FMC Corp 8.08B 64.77 2.49%
FOX Fox Corporation - Class B Comm... 16.96B 36.85 1.52%
FOXA Fox Corp 18.23B 39.60 1.56%
FRT Federal Realty Investment Trus... 9.66B 115.45 -0.43%
FSLR First Solar Inc 24.12B 225.35 -1.85%
FTV Fortive Corp 25.84B 73.76 0.07%
GD General Dynamics Corp 81.20B 295.50 -0.16%
GE GE Aerospace 176.40B 162.68 -2.22%
GILD Gilead Sciences Inc 93.54B 75.13 0.51%
GIS General Mills Inc 39.34B 70.67 0.06%
GLW Corning Inc 34.49B 40.31 0.27%
GM General Motors Co 51.19B 45.55 0.50%
GOOG Alphabet Inc. - Class C Capita... 2,020.56B 164.14 0.46%
GOOGL Alphabet Inc 1,951.01B 158.49 0.72%
GPC Genuine Parts Co 19.37B 139.06 0.15%
GRMN Garmin Ltd 34.20B 177.94 2.62%
GS The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 154.29B 488.57 1.87%
GWW W.W. Grainger Inc 46.59B 954.15 2.31%
HAL Halliburton Co 28.12B 31.85 1.50%
HAS Hasbro Inc 9.18B 65.88 -0.68%
HBAN Huntington Bancshares Inc 20.46B 14.09 1.04%
HCA HCA Healthcare Inc 100.55B 389.62 -2.05%
HD The Home Depot Inc 364.60B 367.06 -0.92%
HES Hess Corp 42.56B 138.12 1.01%
HIG The Hartford Financial Service... 34.03B 116.15 1.61%
HOLX Hologic Inc 18.76B 80.76 0.48%
HON Honeywell International Inc 134.81B 207.51 1.23%
HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co 24.26B 18.68 -1.69%
HPQ HP Inc 34.16B 35.46 2.02%
HRL Hormel Foods Corp 17.65B 32.19 -0.62%
HST Host Hotels & Resorts Inc 12.42B 17.68 0.15%
HSY The Hershey Co 38.85B 192.07 0.20%
HUM Humana Inc 42.53B 353.26 0.54%
IBM International Business Machine... 181.66B 197.21 0.61%
ICE Intercontinental Exchange Inc 90.78B 158.11 0.23%
IDXX IDEXX Laboratories Inc 40.74B 494.99 0.20%
ILMN Illumina Inc 21.13B 132.62 0.09%
IP International Paper Co 16.08B 46.28 0.79%
IPG The Interpublic Group of Compa... 11.11B 29.57 -1.21%
IR Ingersoll Rand Inc 37.44B 92.79 -7.58%
IRM Iron Mountain Inc 32.88B 112.10 2.36%
ISRG Intuitive Surgical Inc 171.71B 483.21 0.22%
ITW Illinois Tool Works Inc 73.20B 246.56 1.22%
IVZ Invesco Ltd 7.62B 16.94 0.48%
JBHT JB Hunt Transport Services Inc 17.88B 175.34 2.93%
JCI Johnson Controls International... 44.46B 66.56 -1.62%
J Jacobs Solutions Inc 18.80B 151.28 1.24%
JNJ Johnson & Johnson 380.32B 157.99 0.09%
JNPR Juniper Networks Inc 12.75B 38.74 -0.67%
JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co 631.94B 222.11 -1.20%
KEY KeyCorp 15.58B 16.79 -1.59%
KHC The Kraft Heinz Co 43.06B 35.61 0.50%
KIM Kimco Realty Corp 15.64B 23.20 -0.28%
KLAC KLA Corp 100.46B 747.36 -8.80%
KMB Kimberly-Clark Corp 49.61B 147.30 1.83%
KMI Kinder Morgan Inc 48.05B 21.65 0.35%
KMX CarMax Inc 12.92B 82.79 -2.09%
KO Coca-Cola Co 314.23B 72.91 0.61%
KR The Kroger Co 38.76B 53.70 0.93%
LEN Lennar Corp 48.53B 176.71 3.17%
LH Labcorp Holdings Inc 19.21B 228.83 1.40%
LKQ LKQ Corp 10.87B 41.30 -0.03%
LLY Eli Lilly and Co 828.96B 920.63 -0.17%
LMT Lockheed Martin Corp 134.06B 562.43 0.54%
LNT Alliant Energy Corp 14.79B 57.67 0.53%
LOW Lowe's Companies Inc 140.81B 248.21 -0.15%
LRCX Lam Research Corp 95.59B 736.00 0.30%
LUV Southwest Airlines Co 17.92B 29.91 0.69%
LYB LyondellBasell Industries NV 30.81B 94.78 1.38%
MA Mastercard Inc 449.99B 487.09 2.31%
MAR Marriott International Inc 64.35B 228.59 0.44%
MAS Masco Corp 15.90B 72.84 0.16%
MCD McDonald's Corp 208.95B 291.29 0.62%
MCHP Microchip Technology Inc 40.04B 74.63 -2.77%
MCK McKesson Corp 66.03B 509.20 -1.08%
MCO Moody's Corporation 84.91B 466.35 0.02%
MDLZ Mondelez International Inc 101.25B 75.80 0.98%
MDT Medtronic PLC 107.69B 83.96 0.38%
MET MetLife Inc 50.63B 72.30 0.80%
MHK Mohawk Industries Inc 9.30B 147.37 -0.92%
MKC McCormick & Co Inc 21.07B 78.45 0.45%
MLM Martin Marietta Materials Inc 31.25B 511.26 -1.58%
MMC Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc 110.27B 224.24 0.05%
MMM 3M Co 71.30B 129.78 1.63%
MNST Monster Beverage Corp 45.82B 46.78 -0.47%
MO Altria Group Inc 91.11B 53.40 0.07%
MOS The Mosaic Co 8.82B 27.69 -0.04%
MPC Marathon Petroleum Corp 54.24B 162.05 -1.58%
MRK Merck & Co Inc 292.14B 115.25 1.26%
MRO Marathon Oil Corp 15.65B 27.98 0.31%
MS Morgan Stanley 170.01B 105.08 1.47%
MSFT Microsoft Corp 3,115.63B 419.16 0.56%
MSI Motorola Solutions Inc 71.14B 426.38 0.94%
MTB M&T Bank Corp 26.71B 159.91 -0.27%
MTD Mettler-Toledo International I... 30.70B 1,446.95 2.55%
MU Micron Technology Inc 105.68B 95.31 -0.28%
NCLH Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings... 7.74B 17.61 -1.57%
NDAQ Nasdaq Inc 41.17B 71.64 0.64%
NEE NextEra Energy Inc 164.28B 79.93 -0.72%
NEM Newmont Corp 59.98B 52.27 -2.10%
NFLX Netflix Inc 289.82B 675.32 -3.72%
NI NiSource Inc 14.98B 33.41 0.58%
NKE Nike Inc 126.53B 84.39 0.46%
NOC Northrop Grumman Corp 76.44B 522.69 0.30%
NRG NRG Energy Inc 16.21B 78.55 -0.74%
NSC Norfolk Southern Corp 57.56B 254.56 -0.63%
NTAP NetApp Inc 27.25B 133.08 -0.03%
NTRS Northern Trust Corp 17.34B 86.02 1.43%
NUE Nucor Corp 33.12B 139.53 -1.54%
NVDA NVIDIA Corp 2,633.54B 107.36 1.09%
NWS News Corporation - Class B Com... 16.15B 28.43 0.36%
NWSA News Corp 15.78B 27.77 1.39%
NXPI NXP Semiconductors NV 64.78B 254.31 0.12%
O Realty Income Corp 54.09B 62.11 1.16%
OKE ONEOK Inc 53.95B 92.36 2.46%
OMC Omnicom Group Inc 19.42B 99.26 0.64%
ORCL Oracle Corp 387.23B 140.51 0.78%
ORLY O'Reilly Automotive Inc 65.85B 1,135.29 -0.28%
OXY Occidental Petroleum Corp 52.20B 56.98 -0.41%
PAYX Paychex Inc 46.77B 130.02 0.37%
PCAR PACCAR Inc 51.16B 97.60 -1.32%
PCG PG&E Corp 48.77B 18.65 0.06%
PEG Public Service Enterprise Grou... 40.23B 80.75 0.43%
PEP PepsiCo Inc 237.46B 172.88 0.46%
PFE Pfizer Inc 164.39B 29.01 1.01%
PG Procter & Gamble Co 403.07B 171.54 0.89%
PGR Progressive Corp 147.74B 252.20 0.88%
PH Parker Hannifin Corp 73.99B 575.35 -4.14%
PHM PulteGroup Inc 27.32B 131.65 1.17%
PLD Prologis Inc 118.35B 127.82 1.99%
PM Philip Morris International In... 191.69B 123.29 0.61%
PNC PNC Financial Services Group I... 73.57B 185.09 1.12%
PNW Pinnacle West Capital Corp 9.90B 87.14 0.85%
PPG PPG Industries Inc 30.27B 129.73 0.70%
PSA Public Storage 60.16B 343.72 0.59%
PSX Phillips 66 58.73B 140.31 2.80%
PWR Quanta Services Inc 37.12B 251.92 -4.75%
PYPL PayPal Holdings Inc 74.05B 72.43 -1.00%
QCOM Qualcomm Inc 195.28B 175.30 3.43%
QRVO Qorvo Inc 10.99B 115.89 1.78%
REGN Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc 130.59B 1,184.69 0.49%
RF Regions Financial Corp 20.64B 22.55 1.99%
RHI Robert Half Inc 6.53B 62.78 -0.08%
RL Ralph Lauren Corp 10.54B 170.18 0.03%
ROK Rockwell Automation Inc 29.73B 262.05 -3.67%
ROP Roper Technologies Inc 59.73B 557.16 0.50%
ROST Ross Stores Inc 50.42B 151.14 0.36%
RSG Republic Services Inc 64.86B 206.53 -0.19%
SBAC SBA Communications Corp 25.06B 233.22 1.05%
SBUX Starbucks Corp 104.63B 92.33 -0.92%
SCHW Charles Schwab Corp 119.16B 65.14 0.61%
SHW Sherwin-Williams Co 91.37B 362.19 -0.15%
SJM JM Smucker Co 12.79B 120.18 -0.08%
SLB Schlumberger Ltd 57.38B 40.41 -0.52%
SNA Snap-on Inc 14.59B 277.02 2.29%
SO Southern Co 97.60B 89.17 -0.38%
SPG Simon Property Group Inc 53.63B 164.50 0.20%
SPGI S&P Global Inc 156.08B 498.66 0.16%
SRE Sempra 50.98B 80.52 0.67%
STT State Street Corporation 24.23B 81.14 -0.05%
STX Seagate Technology Holdings PL... 21.47B 102.01 0.28%
STZ Constellation Brands Inc 44.37B 243.49 -0.90%
SWK Stanley Black & Decker Inc 14.85B 96.48 -0.32%
SWKS Skyworks Solutions Inc 17.09B 106.98 -0.32%
SYF Synchrony Financial 18.33B 46.39 1.09%
SYK Stryker Corp 128.24B 336.52 0.71%
SYY Sysco Corp 38.62B 78.58 -0.51%
TAP Molson Coors Beverage Co 11.11B 53.61 0.08%
TDG TransDigm Group Inc 71.66B 1,277.18 0.38%
TEL TE Connectivity Ltd 43.58B 143.38 -2.51%
TGT Target Corp 70.68B 153.42 -2.20%
TJX TJX Companies Inc 134.22B 119.00 -1.03%
GL Globe Life Inc 8.76B 97.53 0.27%
TMO Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc 234.75B 614.54 1.15%
TMUS T-Mobile US Inc 230.75B 197.77 -1.16%
TROW T. Rowe Price Group Inc 24.39B 109.55 0.96%
TRV The Travelers Companies Inc 49.91B 218.95 1.10%
TSLA Tesla Inc 703.20B 220.12 -0.06%
TSN Tyson Foods Inc 23.41B 65.78 -0.14%
TXN Texas Instruments Inc 184.93B 202.54 0.94%
TXT Textron Inc 16.59B 88.57 -0.08%
UAL United Airlines Holdings Inc 14.82B 45.06 -0.14%
UDR UDR Inc 14.55B 44.11 -0.19%
UHS Universal Health Services Inc 15.73B 235.69 -0.49%
ULTA Ulta Beauty Inc 17.32B 367.58 0.21%
UNH UnitedHealth Group Inc 546.27B 591.57 0.52%
UNP Union Pacific Corp 154.25B 253.20 0.21%
UPS United Parcel Service Inc 108.77B 126.98 -0.17%
USB U.S. Bancorp 72.61B 46.53 0.87%
VLO Valero Energy Corp 46.83B 146.18 3.08%
VMC Vulcan Materials Co 32.14B 243.38 0.87%
VRTX Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc 125.47B 486.11 -0.26%
VTR Ventas Inc 24.29B 58.79 -0.24%
WAT Waters Corp 20.16B 339.66 -0.10%
WBA Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc 8.97B 10.39 -3.17%
WEC WEC Energy Group Inc 29.45B 93.18 0.45%
WFC Wells Fargo & Co 188.77B 55.46 -1.23%
WM Waste Management Inc 82.91B 206.59 0.58%
WMB Williams Companies Inc 52.79B 43.31 0.12%
WMT Walmart Inc 552.23B 68.70 1.11%
WY Weyerhaeuser Co 21.75B 29.90 -0.05%
WYNN Wynn Resorts Ltd 8.56B 77.09 -0.35%
XEL Xcel Energy Inc 30.76B 55.18 -1.01%
XOM Exxon Mobil Corp 527.85B 118.81 2.15%
XYL Xylem Inc 34.21B 140.84 2.71%
YUM Yum Brands Inc 36.00B 128.05 0.73%
ZBH Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc 22.84B 112.13 0.44%
ZTS Zoetis Inc 81.48B 179.84 -0.51%
AMD Advanced Micro Devices Inc 217.05B 134.11 -3.83%
ARE Alexandria Real Estate Equitie... 20.57B 117.59 -0.71%
CBOE Cboe Global Markets Inc 22.02B 210.43 -1.14%
COO The Cooper Companies Inc 18.20B 91.41 -2.00%
EQR Equity Residential 27.05B 71.35 0.28%
MAA Mid-America Apartment Communit... 17.12B 146.52 -2.34%
RJF Raymond James Financial Inc 22.06B 107.13 -4.50%
REG Regency Centers Corp 12.93B 71.25 -0.24%
SNPS Synopsys Inc 80.79B 525.91 -2.50%
T AT&T Inc 147.56B 20.58 0.74%
AAL American Airlines Group Inc 6.74B 10.26 2.04%
INTU Intuit Inc 185.92B 663.30 1.50%
TSCO Tractor Supply Co 28.36B 262.92 2.13%
ALGN Align Technology Inc 17.22B 230.48 -1.98%
ANSS Ansys Inc 28.72B 328.61 -0.72%
ADM Archer-Daniels Midland Co 28.54B 59.68 1.00%
CCL Carnival Corp 20.10B 15.34 -2.58%
HLT Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc 54.37B 220.66 0.24%
K Kellanova Co 19.77B 57.47 0.34%
L Loews Corp 17.93B 81.68 0.48%
PPL PPL Corp 23.14B 31.36 0.61%
PFG Principal Financial Group Inc 18.69B 80.70 0.65%
PRU Prudential Financial Inc 42.77B 119.80 0.86%
AOS A.O. Smith Corp 11.97B 82.10 0.32%
APTV Aptiv PLC 16.15B 68.74 1.35%
CDNS Cadence Design Systems Inc 73.17B 267.21 0.60%
HII Huntington Ingalls Industries ... 10.64B 271.44 -1.38%
IQV IQVIA Holdings Inc 45.03B 247.00 0.03%
MGM MGM Resorts International 12.00B 39.50 0.26%
RMD ResMed Inc 32.96B 224.30 0.52%
WELL Welltower Inc 73.52B 120.69 0.12%
TTWO Take-Two Interactive Software ... 28.25B 161.16 0.42%
MSCI MSCI Inc 44.06B 560.53 -0.21%
ANET Arista Networks Inc 112.53B 358.20 3.37%
BR Broadridge Financial Solutions... 24.80B 212.46 -0.19%
CBRE CBRE Group Inc 35.50B 115.84 0.61%
CPRT Copart Inc 51.58B 53.60 1.21%
EVRG Evergy Inc 13.42B 58.34 0.85%
ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd 42.02B 111.73 1.16%
AXON Axon Enterprise Inc 28.13B 372.22 -0.13%
BG Bunge Global SA 15.76B 111.25 -1.42%
BIO Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc 9.11B 326.82 2.34%
BLDR Builders FirstSource Inc 19.51B 167.57 2.09%
BRO Brown & Brown Inc 28.79B 100.92 -0.27%
BX Blackstone Inc 107.22B 140.02 -1.65%
CDW CDW Corp 30.05B 224.94 1.72%
CE Celanese Corp 13.28B 121.54 1.25%
COR Cencora Inc 45.69B 233.11 -4.23%
CPT Camden Property Trust 12.75B 119.54 0.18%
CRL Charles River Laboratories Int... 10.41B 201.63 -0.92%
CSGP CoStar Group Inc 31.68B 77.30 0.25%
CTLT Catalent Inc 10.77B 59.36 -0.10%
CTRA Coterra Energy Inc 17.99B 24.33 -0.41%
CZR Caesars Entertainment Inc 8.14B 37.64 1.30%
DECK Deckers Outdoor Corp 21.61B 850.48 -1.72%
DOC Healthpeak Properties Inc 15.17B 21.70 1.03%
DPZ Domino's Pizza Inc 15.01B 429.22 0.06%
DXCM DexCom Inc 30.64B 76.47 2.44%
ENPH Enphase Energy Inc 15.73B 116.18 -0.81%
EPAM EPAM Systems Inc 11.46B 201.24 1.35%
ETSY Etsy Inc 6.28B 54.76 -0.60%
FANG Diamondback Energy Inc 33.27B 186.49 -0.53%
FDS FactSet Research Systems Inc 15.71B 413.10 0.34%
FI Fiserv Inc 99.78B 173.32 -0.34%
FICO Fair Isaac Corp 42.42B 1,730.27 1.00%
FTNT Fortinet Inc 58.68B 76.71 0.58%
GEN Gen Digital Inc 15.79B 25.65 1.05%
GNRC Generac Holdings Inc 9.18B 152.59 1.31%
HUBB Hubbell Inc 20.12B 374.77 -1.11%
IEX IDEX Corp 15.44B 203.96 0.03%
INVH Invitation Homes Inc 22.19B 36.22 -0.64%
JBL Jabil Inc 12.40B 109.28 1.53%
JKHY Jack Henry & Associates Inc 12.42B 170.33 1.71%
KDP Keurig Dr Pepper Inc 49.65B 36.61 1.22%
KEYS Keysight Technologies Inc 26.75B 154.12 0.86%
LDOS Leidos Holdings Inc 21.14B 156.92 -0.34%
LIN Linde PLC 228.37B 478.25 1.17%
LULU Lululemon Athletica Inc 32.18B 262.14 1.57%
LVS Las Vegas Sands Corp 28.52B 38.73 -0.67%
LW Lamb Weston Holdings Inc 8.81B 61.35 -0.93%
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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.