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

Symbol Name MCAP Price Change
A Agilent Technologies Inc 39.45B 137.31 0.68%
AAPL Apple Inc 3,307.36B 217.53 0.60%
ABBV AbbVie Inc 305.84B 173.15 -0.27%
ABT Abbott Laboratories 202.87B 116.60 -0.44%
ACN Accenture PLC 215.38B 343.84 0.56%
ADBE Adobe Inc 257.34B 580.38 1.03%
ADI Analog Devices Inc 111.75B 225.07 2.91%
ADP Automatic Data Processing Inc 112.20B 275.13 -0.93%
ADSK Autodesk Inc 57.87B 268.53 -0.46%
AEE Ameren Corp 22.79B 85.41 2.15%
AEP American Electric Power Co Inc 54.25B 101.95 0.21%
AES The AES Corp 13.37B 18.80 -0.56%
AFL Aflac Inc 60.45B 107.95 0.08%
AIG American International Group I... 48.96B 73.76 -0.18%
AIZ Assurant Inc 9.98B 192.60 0.68%
AJG Arthur J. Gallagher & Co 65.81B 300.38 1.01%
AKAM Akamai Technologies Inc 15.00B 98.99 0.47%
ALB Albemarle Corp 10.31B 87.74 0.35%
ALL Allstate Corp 50.31B 190.52 1.18%
ALLE Allegion PLC 11.82B 135.68 0.83%
AMAT Applied Materials Inc 154.64B 187.58 -0.48%
AME AMETEK Inc 39.99B 172.70 1.93%
AMGN Amgen Inc 177.31B 329.98 0.32%
AMP Ameriprise Financial Inc 43.24B 440.39 1.16%
AMT American Tower Corp 111.40B 238.50 0.58%
AMZN Amazon.com Inc 1,936.64B 184.52 2.77%
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 287.98 0.09%
APH Amphenol Corp 76.20B 63.27 -0.49%
AVB AvalonBay Communities Inc 32.07B 225.49 0.85%
AVGO Broadcom Inc 657.71B 140.82 2.80%
AVY Avery Dennison Corp 17.25B 214.23 2.33%
AWK American Water Works Co Inc 28.45B 146.01 1.44%
AXP American Express Co 186.93B 262.95 -0.93%
AZO AutoZone Inc 53.31B 3,120.50 0.91%
BA Boeing Co 100.39B 162.91 3.36%
BAC Bank of America Corp 308.37B 39.74 0.47%
BAX Baxter International Inc 20.09B 39.37 -1.11%
BBY Best Buy Co Inc 21.46B 99.93 1.16%
BDX Becton Dickinson & Co 66.94B 231.59 0.14%
BEN Franklin Resources Inc 10.45B 19.99 0.43%
BF.B Brown-Forman Corp 21.38B 45.23 -1.36%
BIIB Biogen Inc 29.23B 200.64 0.69%
BK Bank of New York Mellon Corp 49.97B 67.72 1.98%
BLK BlackRock Inc 138.48B 934.87 1.32%
BMY Bristol-Myers Squibb Co 100.34B 49.49 -1.00%
BSX Boston Scientific Corp 123.16B 83.63 1.29%
BWA BorgWarner Inc 7.22B 31.71 0.23%
BXP BXP Inc 12.44B 78.74 3.21%
C Citigroup Inc 111.28B 58.33 1.15%
CAG Conagra Brands Inc 15.08B 31.47 -4.03%
CAH Cardinal Health Inc 27.31B 112.85 -0.45%
CAT Caterpillar Inc 178.94B 369.03 -1.15%
CB Chubb Ltd 117.80B 291.62 0.95%
CCI Crown Castle Inc 50.18B 115.48 0.27%
CF CF Industries Holdings Inc 14.72B 81.61 -1.83%
CFG Citizens Financial Group Inc 18.67B 41.65 -1.33%
CHD Church & Dwight Co Inc 25.31B 103.40 1.80%
CHRW C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc 11.74B 100.07 -0.99%
CHTR Charter Communications Inc 47.16B 330.40 -0.29%
CI The Cigna Group 99.56B 356.14 -0.32%
CINF Cincinnati Financial Corp 21.03B 134.63 -0.84%
CL Colgate-Palmolive Co 84.21B 103.06 1.03%
CLX Clorox Co 20.55B 165.93 -0.21%
CMA Comerica Inc 7.72B 58.18 1.20%
CMCSA Comcast Corp 152.11B 39.28 -0.70%
CME CME Group Inc 78.57B 218.18 -0.16%
CMG Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc 72.87B 53.21 -0.25%
CMI Cummins Inc 41.26B 301.07 -0.36%
CMS CMS Energy Corp 20.76B 69.51 0.57%
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 128.38B 110.55 1.78%
COST Costco Wholesale Corp 399.33B 900.74 0.93%
CPB Campbell Soup Co 15.47B 51.91 0.04%
CRM Salesforce Inc 254.29B 265.99 5.38%
CSCO Cisco Systems Inc 201.69B 50.54 0.30%
CSX CSX Corp 66.44B 34.27 0.98%
CTAS Cintas Corp 324.67B 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 17.24B 154.83 0.35%
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 37.77B 142.95 -0.60%
EBAY eBay Inc 29.70B 60.73 0.78%
ECL Ecolab Inc 70.66B 248.34 -0.95%
ED Consolidated Edison Inc 35.94B 103.82 -1.10%
EFX Equifax Inc 37.42B 302.44 -0.07%
EIX Edison International 32.45B 84.03 -0.18%
EL The Estee Lauder Companies Inc 30.82B 85.85 -1.83%
EMN Eastman Chemical Co 12.38B 105.93 0.53%
EMR Emerson Electric Co 59.97B 104.84 -1.01%
EOG EOG Resources Inc 69.18B 121.67 1.93%
EQIX Equinix Inc 82.38B 867.70 0.34%
EQT EQT Corp 19.45B 32.75 -1.33%
ES Eversource Energy 21.74B 60.82 -1.53%
ESS Essex Property Trust Inc 19.80B 308.26 -0.01%
ETN Eaton Corp PLC 124.10B 311.73 1.69%
ETR Entergy Corp 27.60B 129.08 0.49%
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 40.73B 71.13 0.76%
META Meta Platforms Inc 1,360.91B 537.95 0.31%
FCX Freeport-McMoRan Inc 59.34B 41.30 2.21%
FDX FedEx Corp 73.49B 300.80 -2.16%
FE FirstEnergy Corp 25.32B 43.97 -0.21%
FFIV F5 Inc 10.13B 173.80 -0.90%
FIS Fidelity National Information ... 46.05B 84.40 0.18%
FITB Fifth Third Bancorp 28.40B 42.02 2.06%
FMC FMC Corp 7.88B 63.11 1.79%
FOX Fox Corporation - Class B Comm... 17.25B 37.49 1.95%
FOXA Fox Corp 18.64B 40.50 1.99%
FRT Federal Realty Investment Trus... 9.67B 115.52 -0.10%
FSLR First Solar Inc 25.71B 240.22 2.96%
FTV Fortive Corp 27.08B 77.29 2.09%
GD General Dynamics Corp 83.34B 303.29 -1.39%
GE GE Aerospace 176.40B 162.68 -2.22%
GILD Gilead Sciences Inc 101.39B 81.44 2.87%
GIS General Mills Inc 39.23B 70.67 0.06%
GLW Corning Inc 36.28B 42.40 1.29%
GM General Motors Co 52.15B 46.40 0.61%
GOOG Alphabet Inc. - Class C Capita... 2,009.48B 163.24 1.52%
GOOGL Alphabet Inc 1,945.72B 158.06 0.39%
GPC Genuine Parts Co 19.05B 136.75 0.40%
GRMN Garmin Ltd 35.08B 182.52 -0.12%
GS The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 154.29B 488.57 1.87%
GWW W.W. Grainger Inc 47.96B 982.27 0.47%
HAL Halliburton Co 24.60B 27.87 -0.54%
HAS Hasbro Inc 9.18B 65.88 -0.68%
HBAN Huntington Bancshares Inc 20.46B 14.09 1.04%
HCA HCA Healthcare Inc 103.20B 399.89 0.61%
HD The Home Depot Inc 364.01B 366.47 0.27%
HES Hess Corp 38.89B 126.23 -2.06%
HIG The Hartford Financial Service... 34.07B 116.26 -0.56%
HOLX Hologic Inc 19.10B 82.24 -0.55%
HON Honeywell International Inc 129.41B 199.20 -0.98%
HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co 21.35B 16.44 -6.62%
HPQ HP Inc 32.50B 33.73 -1.34%
HRL Hormel Foods Corp 17.68B 32.24 -0.51%
HST Host Hotels & Resorts Inc 13.02B 18.53 3.64%
HSY The Hershey Co 39.55B 195.52 -1.07%
HUM Humana Inc 37.57B 312.00 -1.05%
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 16.38B 47.15 -0.97%
IPG The Interpublic Group of Compa... 11.68B 31.09 0.08%
IR Ingersoll Rand Inc 37.67B 93.36 -0.65%
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 7.21B 16.01 0.95%
JBHT JB Hunt Transport Services Inc 17.20B 168.66 -0.12%
JCI Johnson Controls International... 44.46B 66.56 -1.62%
J Jacobs Solutions Inc 18.80B 151.28 1.24%
JNJ Johnson & Johnson 401.91B 166.96 -0.07%
JNPR Juniper Networks Inc 12.75B 38.74 -0.67%
JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co 631.94B 222.11 -1.20%
KEY KeyCorp 15.77B 16.99 -2.02%
KHC The Kraft Heinz Co 42.15B 34.86 -0.39%
KIM Kimco Realty Corp 15.67B 23.25 0.03%
KLAC KLA Corp 101.90B 758.04 -1.87%
KMB Kimberly-Clark Corp 47.41B 140.76 0.48%
KMI Kinder Morgan Inc 48.25B 21.74 0.68%
KMX CarMax Inc 11.89B 76.16 -1.59%
KO Coca-Cola Co 307.60B 71.37 1.06%
KR The Kroger Co 38.83B 55.39 1.03%
LEN Lennar Corp 51.24B 186.61 0.38%
LH Labcorp Holdings Inc 19.21B 228.83 1.40%
LKQ LKQ Corp 10.64B 40.43 -1.49%
LLY Eli Lilly and Co 842.81B 936.01 0.11%
LMT Lockheed Martin Corp 135.14B 566.96 -0.92%
LNT Alliant Energy Corp 15.30B 59.65 1.26%
LOW Lowe's Companies Inc 145.64B 256.72 0.04%
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 17.74B 81.28 0.29%
MCD McDonald's Corp 208.95B 291.29 0.62%
MCHP Microchip Technology Inc 40.97B 76.36 -0.84%
MCK McKesson Corp 66.35B 511.62 -0.45%
MCO Moody's Corporation 87.97B 483.13 -0.36%
MDLZ Mondelez International Inc 100.25B 75.05 -0.07%
MDT Medtronic PLC 115.55B 90.09 -0.03%
MET MetLife Inc 54.75B 78.18 1.04%
MHK Mohawk Industries Inc 9.88B 156.61 1.08%
MKC McCormick & Co Inc 22.51B 83.79 0.67%
MLM Martin Marietta Materials Inc 31.25B 511.26 -1.58%
MMC Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc 114.01B 231.84 0.55%
MMM 3M Co 71.47B 130.09 1.27%
MNST Monster Beverage Corp 50.77B 51.83 -1.00%
MO Altria Group Inc 85.70B 50.23 -0.79%
MOS The Mosaic Co 8.25B 25.88 1.75%
MPC Marathon Petroleum Corp 55.91B 167.05 1.45%
MRK Merck & Co Inc 296.85B 117.11 -1.30%
MRO Marathon Oil Corp 14.54B 25.99 0.39%
MS Morgan Stanley 156.82B 96.93 -0.11%
MSFT Microsoft Corp 3,208.77B 431.69 0.26%
MSI Motorola Solutions Inc 71.14B 426.38 0.94%
MTB M&T Bank Corp 27.70B 165.89 -0.76%
MTD Mettler-Toledo International I... 29.27B 1,379.56 -0.65%
MU Micron Technology Inc 98.96B 89.25 2.18%
NCLH Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings... 9.17B 20.86 3.20%
NDAQ Nasdaq Inc 42.70B 74.29 1.91%
NEE NextEra Energy Inc 170.10B 82.76 0.58%
NEM Newmont Corp 62.50B 54.47 1.78%
NFLX Netflix Inc 300.86B 701.03 -0.47%
NI NiSource Inc 15.33B 34.18 -0.59%
NKE Nike Inc 117.55B 78.40 0.40%
NOC Northrop Grumman Corp 76.80B 525.13 0.55%
NRG NRG Energy Inc 16.78B 81.32 0.67%
NSC Norfolk Southern Corp 56.04B 247.86 -1.59%
NTAP NetApp Inc 24.38B 119.04 1.01%
NTRS Northern Trust Corp 18.07B 89.62 1.57%
NUE Nucor Corp 33.74B 142.18 -0.55%
NVDA NVIDIA Corp 2,835.42B 115.59 -1.02%
NWS News Corporation - Class B Com... 15.49B 27.27 -0.42%
NWSA News Corp 15.77B 27.77 1.39%
NXPI NXP Semiconductors NV 64.78B 254.31 0.12%
O Realty Income Corp 52.86B 60.70 -2.40%
OKE ONEOK Inc 54.77B 93.77 -0.14%
OMC Omnicom Group Inc 20.33B 103.90 1.26%
ORCL Oracle Corp 464.39B 167.59 1.86%
ORLY O'Reilly Automotive Inc 64.71B 1,115.65 -1.55%
OXY Occidental Petroleum Corp 47.67B 52.03 0.55%
PAYX Paychex Inc 47.91B 133.17 0.51%
PCAR PACCAR Inc 49.04B 93.55 -1.08%
PCG PG&E Corp 52.33B 20.01 1.22%
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 80.26B 623.77 -0.37%
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 10.22B 89.97 -1.48%
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 36.78B 249.67 -0.16%
PYPL PayPal Holdings Inc 74.05B 72.43 -1.00%
QCOM Qualcomm Inc 195.28B 175.30 3.43%
QRVO Qorvo Inc 9.96B 104.95 0.40%
REGN Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc 123.99B 1,124.74 -1.03%
RF Regions Financial Corp 20.13B 22.00 -1.46%
RHI Robert Half Inc 6.87B 66.00 3.60%
RL Ralph Lauren Corp 10.54B 170.18 0.03%
ROK Rockwell Automation Inc 29.63B 261.09 -2.67%
ROP Roper Technologies Inc 59.54B 555.46 -0.97%
ROST Ross Stores Inc 50.96B 153.59 -0.56%
RSG Republic Services Inc 64.50B 205.36 -0.21%
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 95.35B 378.00 -0.28%
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 97.90B 89.44 -0.24%
SPG Simon Property Group Inc 53.59B 164.35 0.00%
SPGI S&P Global Inc 162.74B 519.95 0.80%
SRE Sempra 52.01B 82.14 0.54%
STT State Street Corporation 24.97B 83.63 1.28%
STX Seagate Technology Holdings PL... 21.37B 101.54 0.92%
STZ Constellation Brands Inc 46.24B 253.78 0.82%
SWK Stanley Black & Decker Inc 15.96B 103.67 1.06%
SWKS Skyworks Solutions Inc 16.39B 102.63 2.18%
SYF Synchrony Financial 19.55B 49.46 4.50%
SYK Stryker Corp 140.12B 367.69 -1.15%
SYY Sysco Corp 36.64B 74.54 -4.17%
TAP Molson Coors Beverage Co 11.66B 56.26 1.37%
TDG TransDigm Group Inc 76.59B 1,364.88 -0.59%
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 232.94B 199.64 1.51%
TROW T. Rowe Price Group Inc 23.09B 103.74 0.20%
TRV The Travelers Companies Inc 54.21B 237.83 1.59%
TSLA Tesla Inc 731.51B 228.98 0.38%
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 17.46B 53.10 0.88%
UDR UDR Inc 14.55B 44.11 -0.19%
UHS Universal Health Services Inc 15.18B 227.46 0.42%
ULTA Ulta Beauty Inc 17.10B 363.00 -4.87%
UNH UnitedHealth Group Inc 551.33B 597.05 0.50%
UNP Union Pacific Corp 152.30B 250.00 -0.45%
UPS United Parcel Service Inc 110.29B 128.76 -0.10%
USB U.S. Bancorp 69.01B 44.22 -2.30%
VLO Valero Energy Corp 44.43B 138.69 1.49%
VMC Vulcan Materials Co 33.50B 253.67 3.80%
VRTX Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc 125.47B 486.11 -0.26%
VTR Ventas Inc 24.38B 58.79 -0.24%
WAT Waters Corp 19.33B 325.65 1.11%
WBA Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc 8.97B 10.39 -3.17%
WEC WEC Energy Group Inc 29.64B 93.78 -1.54%
WFC Wells Fargo & Co 188.77B 55.46 -1.23%
WM Waste Management Inc 83.49B 208.05 0.46%
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 35.60B 63.85 0.02%
XOM Exxon Mobil Corp 527.85B 115.27 -0.63%
XYL Xylem Inc 32.12B 132.24 1.08%
YUM Yum Brands Inc 37.68B 134.01 0.27%
ZBH Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc 22.84B 112.13 0.44%
ZTS Zoetis Inc 87.32B 192.73 0.86%
AMD Advanced Micro Devices Inc 240.00B 148.29 -1.68%
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 21.94B 110.15 -0.35%
EQR Equity Residential 29.09B 76.73 -0.20%
MAA Mid-America Apartment Communit... 19.29B 165.02 0.67%
RJF Raymond James Financial Inc 25.56B 124.11 2.47%
REG Regency Centers Corp 13.39B 73.80 -0.85%
SNPS Synopsys Inc 75.17B 489.36 1.64%
T AT&T Inc 159.68B 22.27 2.92%
AAL American Airlines Group Inc 7.10B 10.81 -0.69%
INTU Intuit Inc 183.68B 655.31 1.39%
TSCO Tractor Supply Co 30.00B 278.10 0.67%
ALGN Align Technology Inc 17.22B 230.48 -1.98%
ANSS Ansys Inc 28.72B 328.61 -0.72%
ADM Archer-Daniels Midland Co 28.87B 60.39 1.30%
CCL Carnival Corp 23.65B 18.05 1.24%
HLT Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc 54.37B 220.66 0.24%
K Kellanova Co 27.63B 80.32 0.50%
L Loews Corp 17.71B 80.66 0.23%
PPL PPL Corp 23.95B 32.46 1.55%
PFG Principal Financial Group Inc 18.16B 78.41 -1.01%
PRU Prudential Financial Inc 40.43B 113.24 -1.49%
AOS A.O. Smith Corp 11.49B 78.78 1.15%
APTV Aptiv PLC 16.24B 69.10 0.22%
CDNS Cadence Design Systems Inc 76.77B 280.35 3.96%
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 76.38B 125.39 -1.79%
TTWO Take-Two Interactive Software ... 26.93B 153.66 0.22%
MSCI MSCI Inc 44.17B 561.93 0.39%
ANET Arista Networks Inc 113.12B 360.07 -0.25%
BR Broadridge Financial Solutions... 24.80B 212.46 -0.19%
CBRE CBRE Group Inc 35.50B 115.84 0.61%
CPRT Copart Inc 49.39B 51.32 -0.93%
EVRG Evergy Inc 13.42B 58.34 0.85%
ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd 42.02B 111.73 1.16%
AXON Axon Enterprise Inc 29.15B 385.77 1.63%
BG Bunge Global SA 13.58B 95.90 -0.30%
BIO Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc 9.30B 333.66 1.03%
BLDR Builders FirstSource Inc 19.91B 170.96 2.89%
BRO Brown & Brown Inc 29.48B 103.33 -0.75%
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... 10.00B 193.59 1.88%
CSGP CoStar Group Inc 31.68B 77.30 0.25%
CTLT Catalent Inc 10.82B 59.63 -0.21%
CTRA Coterra Energy Inc 16.64B 22.51 -0.49%
CZR Caesars Entertainment Inc 8.14B 37.64 1.30%
DECK Deckers Outdoor Corp 23.84B 156.39 -0.54%
DOC Healthpeak Properties Inc 15.79B 22.58 0.76%
DPZ Domino's Pizza Inc 14.43B 412.65 0.89%
DXCM DexCom Inc 27.65B 68.99 0.25%
ENPH Enphase Energy Inc 15.85B 117.06 5.00%
EPAM EPAM Systems Inc 11.87B 208.43 1.13%
ETSY Etsy Inc 6.13B 53.43 -1.19%
FANG Diamondback Energy Inc 51.69B 174.81 1.39%
FDS FactSet Research Systems Inc 17.05B 448.28 -1.26%
FI Fiserv Inc 100.95B 175.35 0.27%
FICO Fair Isaac Corp 47.30B 1,929.21 1.52%
FTNT Fortinet Inc 58.68B 76.71 0.58%
GEN Gen Digital Inc 15.79B 25.65 1.05%
GNRC Generac Holdings Inc 8.51B 141.49 0.58%
HUBB Hubbell Inc 20.12B 374.77 -1.11%
IEX IDEX Corp 14.81B 195.61 -0.78%
INVH Invitation Homes Inc 22.19B 36.22 -0.64%
JBL Jabil Inc 12.40B 109.28 1.53%
JKHY Jack Henry & Associates Inc 12.80B 175.54 0.88%
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 21.03B 156.09 1.50%
LIN Linde PLC 228.37B 478.25 1.17%
LULU Lululemon Athletica Inc 32.26B 262.75 1.01%
LVS Las Vegas Sands Corp 30.79B 41.81 -0.69%
LW Lamb Weston Holdings Inc 9.42B 65.55 -0.10%
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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.