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

Symbol Name MCAP Price Change
A Agilent Technologies Inc 39.36B 132.75 0.02%
AAPL Apple Inc 3,285.94B 214.29 -1.10%
ABBV AbbVie Inc 302.60B 170.36 -1.03%
ABT Abbott Laboratories 185.39B 106.57 2.49%
ACN Accenture PLC 191.77B 306.16 7.30%
ADBE Adobe Inc 234.28B 522.95 0.14%
ADI Analog Devices Inc 113.89B 229.51 -2.50%
ADP Automatic Data Processing Inc 100.71B 246.06 0.68%
ADSK Autodesk Inc 52.48B 243.51 -0.25%
AEE Ameren Corp 18.95B 71.06 1.24%
AEP American Electric Power Co Inc 46.32B 87.88 0.38%
AES The AES Corp 13.40B 18.86 -0.53%
AFL Aflac Inc 51.00B 89.76 0.87%
AIG American International Group I... 49.20B 74.13 0.21%
AIZ Assurant Inc 8.75B 168.08 -0.90%
AJG Arthur J. Gallagher & Co 57.22B 261.87 0.28%
AKAM Akamai Technologies Inc 13.48B 88.48 -0.71%
ALB Albemarle Corp 11.70B 99.54 -1.09%
ALL Allstate Corp 42.24B 160.06 0.84%
ALLE Allegion PLC 10.15B 116.10 -0.44%
AMAT Applied Materials Inc 205.20B 247.83 2.05%
AME AMETEK Inc 39.01B 168.52 -1.40%
AMGN Amgen Inc 166.24B 309.89 1.28%
AMP Ameriprise Financial Inc 43.41B 439.94 -0.52%
AMT American Tower Corp 90.02B 194.70 0.28%
AMZN Amazon.com Inc 1,936.67B 186.10 1.80%
AON Aon PLC 64.74B 297.75 -0.76%
APA APA Corp 10.39B 28.00 0.22%
APD Air Products & Chemicals Inc 61.07B 274.70 0.59%
APH Amphenol Corp 83.76B 69.73 0.99%
AVB AvalonBay Communities Inc 28.78B 202.40 0.40%
AVGO Broadcom Inc 839.05B 1,802.52 -1.45%
AVY Avery Dennison Corp 18.21B 226.00 -0.46%
AWK American Water Works Co Inc 25.42B 130.47 1.36%
AXP American Express Co 164.94B 229.31 0.46%
AZO AutoZone Inc 50.71B 2,968.75 1.02%
BA Boeing Co 107.42B 174.99 -1.91%
BAC Bank of America Corp 312.74B 39.99 1.22%
BAX Baxter International Inc 17.19B 33.73 -0.54%
BBY Best Buy Co Inc 20.20B 90.54 -1.99%
BDX Becton Dickinson & Co 67.55B 233.73 0.43%
BEN Franklin Resources Inc 11.79B 22.40 1.09%
BF.B Brown-Forman Corp 20.58B 43.61 0.70%
BIIB Biogen Inc 32.91B 226.04 1.07%
BK Bank of New York Mellon Corp 43.88B 58.68 0.88%
BLK BlackRock Inc 116.33B 782.83 -0.11%
BMY Bristol-Myers Squibb Co 82.73B 41.64 1.47%
BSX Boston Scientific Corp 113.20B 77.00 0.91%
BWA BorgWarner Inc 7.52B 33.01 -0.55%
BXP Boston Properties Inc 9.75B 62.05 0.98%
C Citigroup Inc 115.93B 60.78 1.20%
CAG Conagra Brands Inc 13.62B 28.50 -0.60%
CAH Cardinal Health Inc 25.35B 104.09 3.11%
CAT Caterpillar Inc 160.96B 329.13 1.23%
CB Chubb Ltd 106.81B 263.03 0.89%
CCI Crown Castle Inc 41.89B 96.41 1.13%
CF CF Industries Holdings Inc 13.55B 74.13 0.79%
CFG Citizens Financial Group Inc 15.78B 34.68 -0.26%
CHD Church & Dwight Co Inc 26.63B 108.91 -0.91%
CHRW C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc 10.24B 87.49 2.13%
CHTR Charter Communications Inc 40.90B 284.00 2.30%
CI The Cigna Group 95.98B 337.88 0.92%
CINF Cincinnati Financial Corp 18.07B 115.40 1.53%
CL Colgate-Palmolive Co 79.54B 96.95 -0.07%
CLX Clorox Co 17.22B 138.63 0.49%
CMA Comerica Inc 6.25B 47.14 0.13%
CMCSA Comcast Corp 144.78B 36.90 -1.10%
CME CME Group Inc 70.76B 196.53 -0.04%
CMG Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc 94.15B 3,427.61 1.85%
CMI Cummins Inc 37.94B 277.40 -0.33%
CMS CMS Energy Corp 17.76B 59.48 0.92%
CNC Centene Corp 36.01B 67.48 1.65%
CNP CenterPoint Energy Inc 20.01B 31.28 0.91%
COF Capital One Financial Corp 52.75B 138.13 0.58%
COP ConocoPhillips 129.62B 111.33 1.76%
COST Costco Wholesale Corp 382.35B 862.44 -0.96%
CPB Campbell Soup Co 13.42B 44.96 0.12%
CRM Salesforce Inc 234.30B 241.80 4.31%
CSCO Cisco Systems Inc 188.23B 46.72 1.64%
CSX CSX Corp 65.12B 33.31 0.85%
CTAS Cintas Corp 71.68B 706.51 -0.64%
CTSH Cognizant Technology Solutions... 33.88B 68.14 3.54%
CVS CVS Health Corp 76.58B 61.00 -0.02%
CVX Chevron Corp 286.46B 156.64 2.16%
D Dominion Energy Inc 41.75B 49.81 0.79%
DAL Delta Air Lines Inc 32.01B 49.61 0.07%
DE Deere & Co 105.14B 381.53 -0.33%
DFS Discover Financial Services 32.02B 127.78 0.67%
DG Dollar General Corp 28.04B 127.50 0.72%
DGX Quest Diagnostics Inc 15.33B 137.97 0.49%
DHI D.R. Horton Inc 46.48B 141.15 1.26%
DHR Danaher Corp 190.73B 257.51 1.33%
DIS The Walt Disney Co 185.66B 101.84 0.34%
DLR Digital Realty Trust Inc 47.99B 147.89 -1.12%
DLTR Dollar Tree Inc 23.12B 107.58 0.32%
DOV Dover Corp 24.99B 181.84 -0.80%
DRI Darden Restaurants Inc 18.42B 154.29 1.54%
DUK Duke Energy Corp 77.25B 100.10 0.07%
DVA DaVita Inc 12.30B 140.24 -1.39%
DVN Devon Energy Corp 29.07B 45.99 0.75%
EA Electronic Arts Inc 36.63B 137.85 -0.21%
EBAY eBay Inc 27.03B 53.84 -1.31%
ECL Ecolab Inc 69.65B 243.89 0.25%
ED Consolidated Edison Inc 31.31B 90.53 0.16%
EFX Equifax Inc 29.50B 238.68 -0.46%
EIX Edison International 27.66B 71.88 0.56%
EL The Estee Lauder Companies Inc 40.41B 112.70 1.73%
EMN Eastman Chemical Co 11.64B 98.53 0.46%
EMR Emerson Electric Co 61.87B 108.14 -0.50%
EOG EOG Resources Inc 68.68B 119.50 0.36%
EQIX Equinix Inc 72.47B 763.60 -1.33%
EQT EQT Corp 16.49B 37.34 -1.12%
ES Eversource Energy 20.28B 57.56 -0.75%
ESS Essex Property Trust Inc 17.98B 280.08 -1.59%
ETN Eaton Corp PLC 131.00B 319.62 -1.12%
ETR Entergy Corp 22.65B 105.81 -0.46%
EW Edwards Lifesciences Corp 53.34B 88.52 1.90%
EXC Exelon Corp 34.89B 34.89 -0.80%
EXPD Expeditors International of Wa... 17.59B 124.53 0.65%
EXPE Expedia Group Inc 16.50B 124.54 0.38%
EXR Extra Space Storage Inc 33.72B 159.28 2.83%
F Ford Motor Co 47.03B 11.78 -0.60%
FAST Fastenal Co 37.19B 64.95 0.84%
META Meta Platforms Inc 1,266.97B 499.49 -1.41%
FCX Freeport-McMoRan Inc 70.91B 49.36 3.51%
FDX FedEx Corp 62.76B 255.05 1.01%
FE FirstEnergy Corp 21.97B 38.20 -0.08%
FFIV F5 Inc 9.94B 169.40 -0.20%
FIS Fidelity National Information ... 42.86B 76.13 -0.46%
FITB Fifth Third Bancorp 24.61B 35.72 -0.58%
FMC FMC Corp 6.93B 56.56 4.01%
FOX Fox Corporation - Class B Comm... 14.57B 32.03 0.36%
FOXA Fox Corp 15.66B 34.53 0.51%
FRT Federal Realty Investment Trus... 8.38B 100.99 0.51%
FSLR First Solar Inc 28.08B 258.88 -0.46%
FTV Fortive Corp 25.69B 72.97 -0.47%
GD General Dynamics Corp 81.76B 299.66 0.01%
GE GE Aerospace 180.58B 164.24 -0.47%
GILD Gilead Sciences Inc 85.33B 68.49 8.46%
GIS General Mills Inc 37.65B 66.69 0.05%
GLW Corning Inc 34.44B 40.27 1.06%
GM General Motors Co 54.10B 47.50 -0.58%
GOOG Alphabet Inc. - Class C Capita... 2,196.14B 177.71 0.72%
GOOGL Alphabet Inc 2,163.76B 175.09 -1.22%
GPC Genuine Parts Co 19.41B 140.88 -0.39%
GPN Global Payments Inc 23.54B 93.81 -0.60%
GRMN Garmin Ltd 30.87B 160.72 0.27%
GS The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 147.50B 457.43 1.61%
GWW W.W. Grainger Inc 44.91B 915.29 -1.00%
HAL Halliburton Co 29.16B 33.17 -0.48%
HAS Hasbro Inc 8.44B 60.66 -1.50%
HBAN Huntington Bancshares Inc 18.14B 12.52 0.49%
HCA HCA Healthcare Inc 89.22B 340.64 1.55%
HD The Home Depot Inc 351.18B 354.15 0.08%
HES Hess Corp 45.57B 147.90 3.19%
HIG The Hartford Financial Service... 30.71B 103.85 1.31%
HOLX Hologic Inc 16.82B 72.07 0.84%
HON Honeywell International Inc 139.97B 214.95 0.98%
HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co 28.01B 21.55 -1.33%
HPQ HP Inc 35.48B 36.26 -1.34%
HRL Hormel Foods Corp 16.75B 30.55 0.60%
HST Host Hotels & Resorts Inc 12.73B 18.06 0.67%
HSY The Hershey Co 36.81B 182.00 -0.40%
HUM Humana Inc 43.07B 357.42 2.26%
IBM International Business Machine... 159.76B 173.92 1.98%
ICE Intercontinental Exchange Inc 78.64B 137.11 0.54%
IDXX IDEXX Laboratories Inc 40.96B 495.96 -1.52%
ILMN Illumina Inc 17.24B 108.25 0.14%
IP International Paper Co 16.20B 46.63 0.82%
IPG The Interpublic Group of Compa... 11.04B 29.25 -1.12%
IR Ingersoll Rand Inc 38.18B 94.58 1.38%
IRM Iron Mountain Inc 26.04B 88.83 0.15%
ISRG Intuitive Surgical Inc 154.30B 435.00 1.17%
ITW Illinois Tool Works Inc 71.76B 240.49 0.65%
IVZ Invesco Ltd 6.65B 15.06 0.71%
JBHT JB Hunt Transport Services Inc 16.06B 157.07 1.10%
JCI Johnson Controls International... 46.55B 69.10 -0.31%
J Jacobs Solutions Inc 17.66B 140.14 -0.75%
JNJ Johnson & Johnson 350.53B 145.65 -0.21%
JNPR Juniper Networks Inc 11.51B 35.43 -0.31%
JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co 570.51B 198.67 0.85%
KEY KeyCorp 12.86B 13.64 0.45%
KHC The Kraft Heinz Co 39.63B 32.64 -0.10%
KIM Kimco Realty Corp 12.73B 18.89 0.48%
KLAC KLA Corp 111.70B 829.59 -3.91%
KMB Kimberly-Clark Corp 47.18B 140.12 -1.10%
KMI Kinder Morgan Inc 43.94B 19.80 0.31%
KMX CarMax Inc 11.23B 71.36 -0.20%
KO Coca-Cola Co 267.87B 62.18 -0.72%
KR The Kroger Co 37.53B 51.98 1.83%
LEN Lennar Corp 41.37B 148.72 -4.98%
LH Labcorp Holdings Inc 17.48B 207.38 0.43%
LKQ LKQ Corp 10.94B 41.01 0.67%
LLY Eli Lilly and Co 847.25B 886.54 0.07%
LMT Lockheed Martin Corp 111.89B 466.34 1.38%
LNT Alliant Energy Corp 12.72B 51.29 0.59%
LOW Lowe's Companies Inc 129.79B 228.49 0.43%
LRCX Lam Research Corp 142.45B 1,089.58 1.67%
LUV Southwest Airlines Co 17.01B 28.43 -0.56%
LYB LyondellBasell Industries NV 31.06B 95.38 1.53%
MA Mastercard Inc 418.43B 450.11 0.45%
MAR Marriott International Inc 69.42B 243.05 -0.68%
MAS Masco Corp 15.28B 67.02 -1.79%
MCD McDonald's Corp 180.74B 250.79 -1.08%
MCHP Microchip Technology Inc 50.17B 93.45 2.67%
MCK McKesson Corp 78.37B 602.93 0.92%
MCO Moody's Corporation 76.71B 421.18 -0.37%
MDLZ Mondelez International Inc 88.76B 66.17 0.14%
MDT Medtronic PLC 104.58B 81.27 1.38%
MET MetLife Inc 49.68B 71.25 0.57%
MHK Mohawk Industries Inc 7.12B 111.50 -0.85%
MKC McCormick & Co Inc 18.39B 68.53 -0.15%
MLM Martin Marietta Materials Inc 34.43B 533.69 -1.26%
MMC Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc 105.76B 214.65 0.91%
MMM 3M Co 56.39B 101.90 1.13%
MNST Monster Beverage Corp 47.97B 48.68 0.54%
MO Altria Group Inc 78.03B 45.43 1.41%
MOS The Mosaic Co 8.73B 28.18 1.66%
MPC Marathon Petroleum Corp 61.19B 173.66 0.71%
MRK Merck & Co Inc 328.43B 129.67 1.32%
MRO Marathon Oil Corp 15.29B 27.32 0.00%
MS Morgan Stanley 158.57B 97.57 0.55%
MSFT Microsoft Corp 3,317.34B 446.34 -0.46%
MSI Motorola Solutions Inc 63.98B 383.60 0.21%
MTB M&T Bank Corp 24.66B 147.82 0.69%
MTD Mettler-Toledo International I... 31.63B 1,481.07 2.31%
MU Micron Technology Inc 159.67B 144.19 -6.04%
NCLH Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings... 7.37B 17.18 1.24%
NDAQ Nasdaq Inc 34.15B 59.23 0.41%
NEE NextEra Energy Inc 148.87B 72.46 2.87%
NEM Newmont Corp 49.37B 42.81 2.45%
NFLX Netflix Inc 292.59B 679.03 -0.97%
NI NiSource Inc 12.58B 28.32 -0.08%
NKE Nike Inc 144.25B 95.57 0.84%
NOC Northrop Grumman Corp 64.30B 434.48 2.04%
NRG NRG Energy Inc 16.66B 80.02 -0.87%
NSC Norfolk Southern Corp 50.72B 224.50 1.16%
NTAP NetApp Inc 26.49B 126.92 -0.44%
NTRS Northern Trust Corp 16.96B 82.90 1.00%
NUE Nucor Corp 37.31B 155.63 -1.12%
NVDA NVIDIA Corp 3,335.04B 135.58 3.52%
NWS News Corporation - Class B Com... 15.74B 27.65 0.73%
NWSA News Corp 15.31B 26.90 -0.41%
NXPI NXP Semiconductors NV 67.67B 264.68 -2.48%
O Realty Income Corp 46.16B 53.01 -0.17%
OKE ONEOK Inc 47.30B 81.05 1.24%
OMC Omnicom Group Inc 17.58B 89.75 -1.55%
ORCL Oracle Corp 392.79B 142.91 -1.20%
ORLY O'Reilly Automotive Inc 63.64B 1,080.57 2.27%
OXY Occidental Petroleum Corp 55.36B 62.44 1.93%
PAYX Paychex Inc 45.02B 125.08 -0.31%
PCAR PACCAR Inc 56.20B 107.23 -0.44%
PCG PG&E Corp 46.49B 17.78 0.00%
PEG Public Service Enterprise Grou... 36.65B 73.58 0.40%
PEP PepsiCo Inc 229.15B 166.68 0.12%
PFE Pfizer Inc 157.19B 27.74 1.21%
PG Procter & Gamble Co 395.72B 167.67 -0.53%
PGR Progressive Corp 123.49B 210.85 0.05%
PH Parker Hannifin Corp 65.30B 507.99 0.23%
PHM PulteGroup Inc 23.28B 110.69 -0.41%
PLD Prologis Inc 101.07B 109.16 -0.81%
PM Philip Morris International In... 157.32B 101.20 -0.04%
PNC PNC Financial Services Group I... 60.95B 153.18 -0.85%
PNW Pinnacle West Capital Corp 8.49B 74.83 -0.88%
PPG PPG Industries Inc 30.12B 128.46 0.47%
PSA Public Storage 51.31B 291.97 0.18%
PSX Phillips 66 58.49B 137.96 1.56%
PWR Quanta Services Inc 39.94B 272.82 -2.98%
PYPL PayPal Holdings Inc 62.55B 59.80 1.15%
QCOM Qualcomm Inc 240.46B 215.47 -5.12%
QRVO Qorvo Inc 10.80B 112.91 -1.57%
REGN Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc 115.08B 1,044.39 0.51%
RF Regions Financial Corp 17.32B 18.91 -0.37%
RHI Robert Half Inc 6.68B 63.69 -0.21%
RL Ralph Lauren Corp 11.54B 184.58 1.48%
ROK Rockwell Automation Inc 29.70B 260.52 0.09%
ROP Roper Technologies Inc 59.86B 559.22 -0.16%
ROST Ross Stores Inc 49.21B 147.37 -0.89%
RSG Republic Services Inc 60.42B 191.85 0.09%
SBAC SBA Communications Corp 20.69B 192.53 0.92%
SBUX Starbucks Corp 90.46B 79.86 0.18%
SCHW Charles Schwab Corp 133.37B 72.95 0.35%
SHW Sherwin-Williams Co 76.11B 301.36 0.01%
SJM JM Smucker Co 11.93B 112.35 0.16%
SLB Schlumberger Ltd 63.52B 44.44 1.86%
SNA Snap-on Inc 14.20B 269.31 0.41%
SO Southern Co 85.22B 77.94 0.34%
SPG Simon Property Group Inc 47.89B 146.92 -0.51%
SPGI S&P Global Inc 137.36B 438.99 0.72%
SRE Sempra 47.53B 75.45 -0.04%
STT State Street Corporation 21.80B 71.86 -0.75%
STX Seagate Technology Holdings PL... 22.26B 103.34 0.71%
STZ Constellation Brands Inc 48.24B 263.22 0.15%
SWK Stanley Black & Decker Inc 12.95B 83.75 -0.37%
SWKS Skyworks Solutions Inc 17.08B 106.24 0.42%
SYF Synchrony Financial 17.52B 44.15 -1.74%
SYK Stryker Corp 132.83B 341.20 -0.05%
SYY Sysco Corp 36.19B 72.68 -0.36%
TAP Molson Coors Beverage Co 10.65B 50.77 0.28%
TDG TransDigm Group Inc 74.96B 1,310.16 -1.47%
TEL TE Connectivity Ltd 46.30B 151.18 0.67%
TGT Target Corp 66.39B 143.51 0.68%
TJX TJX Companies Inc 124.75B 110.38 0.11%
GL Globe Life Inc 7.62B 82.57 2.70%
TMO Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc 217.26B 569.17 0.21%
TMUS T-Mobile US Inc 207.34B 176.44 -0.66%
TROW T. Rowe Price Group Inc 26.39B 118.19 0.53%
TRV The Travelers Companies Inc 47.75B 209.96 -0.95%
TSLA Tesla Inc 589.55B 184.86 -1.38%
TSN Tyson Foods Inc 19.64B 55.16 -0.81%
TXN Texas Instruments Inc 178.68B 196.25 0.70%
TXT Textron Inc 16.45B 86.26 0.35%
UAL United Airlines Holdings Inc 16.30B 49.58 -1.55%
UDR UDR Inc 13.35B 40.55 -0.20%
UHS Universal Health Services Inc 12.65B 188.95 -0.85%
ULTA Ulta Beauty Inc 18.03B 377.86 -1.24%
UNH UnitedHealth Group Inc 446.26B 484.86 0.80%
UNP Union Pacific Corp 137.03B 224.60 0.91%
UPS United Parcel Service Inc 117.41B 137.23 2.26%
USB U.S. Bancorp 61.25B 39.25 -0.11%
VLO Valero Energy Corp 49.86B 152.47 1.69%
VMC Vulcan Materials Co 32.59B 246.46 -3.58%
VRTX Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc 121.64B 471.38 0.88%
VTR Ventas Inc 20.27B 50.07 -0.38%
WAT Waters Corp 17.46B 289.20 -0.28%
WBA Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc 13.69B 15.87 -1.49%
WEC WEC Energy Group Inc 25.03B 79.25 1.54%
WFC Wells Fargo & Co 205.55B 58.96 -0.16%
WM Waste Management Inc 83.38B 208.44 -0.16%
WMB Williams Companies Inc 50.96B 41.81 1.34%
WMT Walmart Inc 543.74B 67.60 0.27%
WRK WestRock Co 12.84B 49.70 -0.58%
WY Weyerhaeuser Co 21.05B 28.83 0.67%
WYNN Wynn Resorts Ltd 10.05B 89.70 0.57%
XEL Xcel Energy Inc 29.74B 53.53 0.78%
XOM Exxon Mobil Corp 490.67B 109.38 0.95%
XYL Xylem Inc 34.03B 140.37 0.60%
YUM Yum Brands Inc 38.14B 135.42 -1.10%
ZBH Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc 21.86B 106.25 -0.42%
ZTS Zoetis Inc 77.42B 169.66 -0.73%
AMD Advanced Micro Devices Inc 249.93B 154.63 -2.38%
ARE Alexandria Real Estate Equitie... 20.23B 116.23 0.78%
CBOE Cboe Global Markets Inc 17.81B 171.38 -0.56%
COO The Cooper Companies Inc 18.27B 91.73 0.08%
EQR Equity Residential 25.71B 67.85 0.05%
MAA Mid-America Apartment Communit... 16.38B 140.19 -0.75%
RJF Raymond James Financial Inc 24.68B 119.06 0.09%
REG Regency Centers Corp 11.30B 61.16 -0.44%
SNPS Synopsys Inc 95.04B 620.31 1.24%
T AT&T Inc 129.42B 18.05 2.16%
AAL American Airlines Group Inc 7.40B 11.22 -0.18%
INTU Intuit Inc 170.43B 627.09 1.79%
TSCO Tractor Supply Co 31.26B 289.98 0.15%
ALGN Align Technology Inc 18.26B 242.61 0.17%
ANSS Ansys Inc 28.43B 325.68 0.17%
ADM Archer-Daniels Midland Co 29.62B 60.72 -0.48%
CCL Carnival Corp 20.89B 16.02 -0.28%
HLT Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc 54.01B 214.16 -1.68%
K Kellanova Co 20.10B 58.80 1.17%
L Loews Corp 17.01B 76.82 0.82%
PPL PPL Corp 20.69B 27.99 -0.24%
PFG Principal Financial Group Inc 18.72B 79.86 1.89%
PRU Prudential Financial Inc 41.96B 116.85 1.02%
AOS A.O. Smith Corp 12.30B 83.85 -0.45%
APTV Aptiv PLC 19.21B 70.62 -0.47%
CDNS Cadence Design Systems Inc 86.77B 318.53 -2.45%
HII Huntington Ingalls Industries ... 9.75B 247.36 0.59%
IQV IQVIA Holdings Inc 39.03B 214.19 0.64%
MGM MGM Resorts International 13.08B 41.70 2.89%
RMD ResMed Inc 31.33B 213.27 0.48%
WELL Welltower Inc 61.60B 103.03 -0.88%
TTWO Take-Two Interactive Software ... 27.12B 154.98 -0.26%
MSCI MSCI Inc 37.75B 484.73 0.41%
ANET Arista Networks Inc 106.65B 340.34 0.08%
BR Broadridge Financial Solutions... 23.63B 199.94 0.36%
CBRE CBRE Group Inc 27.67B 90.18 1.71%
CPRT Copart Inc 51.97B 54.01 -1.55%
EVRG Evergy Inc 12.16B 52.87 0.14%
ACGL Arch Capital Group Ltd 37.85B 100.80 1.61%
AXON Axon Enterprise Inc 22.15B 293.52 -1.23%
BG Bunge Global SA 14.63B 103.34 0.88%
BIO Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc 8.24B 285.33 -0.11%
BLDR Builders FirstSource Inc 17.55B 143.78 -3.80%
BRO Brown & Brown Inc 26.36B 92.90 0.02%
BX Blackstone Inc 93.70B 124.68 1.45%
CDW CDW Corp 31.17B 231.93 0.60%
CE Celanese Corp 15.20B 139.13 -0.16%
COR Cencora Inc 46.71B 237.20 1.07%
CPT Camden Property Trust 11.68B 109.62 1.04%
CRL Charles River Laboratories Int... 10.80B 209.63 -0.09%
CSGP CoStar Group Inc 29.85B 73.07 0.47%
CTLT Catalent Inc 9.92B 54.82 -0.46%
CTRA Coterra Energy Inc 20.01B 26.89 0.79%
CZR Caesars Entertainment Inc 8.38B 38.80 3.69%
DECK Deckers Outdoor Corp 25.17B 989.44 -1.88%
DOC Healthpeak Properties Inc 13.71B 19.26 -0.65%
DPZ Domino's Pizza Inc 18.31B 525.00 -1.62%
DXCM DexCom Inc 46.39B 115.19 -0.76%
ENPH Enphase Energy Inc 16.19B 105.69 -2.66%
EPAM EPAM Systems Inc 10.44B 180.03 5.75%
ETSY Etsy Inc 6.81B 58.20 0.92%
FANG Diamondback Energy Inc 33.68B 188.87 0.70%
FDS FactSet Research Systems Inc 15.52B 423.29 3.66%
FI Fiserv Inc 88.17B 150.70 0.51%
FICO Fair Isaac Corp 34.91B 1,412.76 -0.64%
FTNT Fortinet Inc 44.26B 57.94 -2.05%
GEN Gen Digital Inc 14.75B 23.56 -0.55%
GNRC Generac Holdings Inc 8.42B 137.14 -0.33%
HUBB Hubbell Inc 20.47B 381.36 0.34%
IEX IDEX Corp 15.32B 202.35 1.03%
INVH Invitation Homes Inc 21.75B 35.50 -0.66%
JBL Jabil Inc 13.48B 111.79 -11.44%
JKHY Jack Henry & Associates Inc 11.83B 162.21 -1.72%
KDP Keurig Dr Pepper Inc 46.37B 34.21 -0.82%
KEYS Keysight Technologies Inc 23.64B 135.44 -0.49%
LDOS Leidos Holdings Inc 19.74B 146.01 1.49%
LIN Linde PLC 212.78B 442.63 0.60%
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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.