While the S&P 500 remains a core holding for many, actively managed and thematic ETFs offer a path to potentially superior returns. We analyze three Fidelity funds with distinct strategies—from U.S. tech dominance to international dividend income—that have historically beaten the market.
Fourth-quarter earnings for S&P 500 companies are significantly outperforming expectations, led by robust growth in industrial and tech sectors, as investors await a busy week of corporate results and key economic data.
The S&P 500's 1.4% rise in January 2026 aligns with a decades-old market indicator, the 'January Barometer,' which historically signals strong full-year performance. Analysis of the past 40 years shows an 80% probability of gains through December following a positive January.
As the S&P 500 hovers near record highs, a confluence of factors—stretched valuations, the economic impact of tariffs, and the uncertainty of midterm elections—points to heightened volatility and potential downturns in 2026, historical analysis suggests.
As the S&P 500 grinds toward the 7,000 level, seasoned investors warn that extreme optimism, stretched valuations, and a potential shift in Federal Reserve policy could undermine the resilient 'buy the dip' strategy that has powered the bull market.
The stablecoin giant has significantly scaled back its private fundraising efforts after pushback on a proposed half-trillion-dollar valuation, casting doubt on the timeline for a potential public listing and signaling a market shift towards fundamentals.
With the S&P 500 hovering near all-time highs, Piper Sandler identifies four critical market backstops sustaining lofty valuations. Analysts warn that a reversal in any of these trends could jeopardize the bull run.
While analysts project another year of strong gains for the S&P 500, two key long-term valuation metrics are flashing red, reaching levels historically associated with major market downturns.
The voice AI pioneer's valuation has more than tripled in under a year, fueling an ambitious expansion beyond audio into multimodal AI agents and key international markets.
The benchmark index closed January with a 1.4% gain, a more tempered start compared to 2025's surge. Historical data suggests such openings are poor predictors for full-year performance, leaving investors to weigh optimism against persistent market uncertainties.
As investors look beyond the index's recent strong run, a century-old pattern linked to U.S. midterm elections points to potential volatility ahead—and possible gains thereafter.
For the first time in years, international equities have delivered significantly higher returns than the U.S. market. We examine the drivers behind this shift and how investors might thoughtfully approach global diversification.
While Texas Instruments stock has delivered robust gains over the past year, outperforming the broader market, its trajectory reveals a more complex story when compared to its semiconductor peers. Wall Street's outlook remains cautiously optimistic, balancing strong fundamentals against sector-wide momentum.
The stablecoin giant has reportedly scaled back its massive capital raise target after pushback from investors over a proposed $500 billion valuation, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of its business model and regulatory standing.
The AI voice synthesis leader has secured $500 million in a Series D round led by Sequoia Capital, more than tripling its valuation in under a year and underscoring fierce investor competition in generative AI infrastructure.
U.S. stock futures edged up Wednesday morning, supported by a six-month high in consumer confidence, even as Treasury yields hold near 4.3%, setting the stage for a tug-of-war between sentiment and borrowing costs.
The stablecoin giant has significantly downsized its planned capital raise, pivoting from a potential $15-$20 billion round to a more modest target after encountering investor resistance to its $500 billion valuation ask. The move underscores a market push for realistic pricing, even for one of crypto's most profitable entities.
Tether's ambitious plan to raise up to $20 billion at a staggering $500 billion valuation has quietly faltered, casting doubt on the stablecoin giant's aggressive expansion strategy amid a turbulent market and declining profits.
As markets navigate a new month, historical data flags stocks with a persistent pattern of February weakness, with Biogen leading a list of notable underperformers compiled by Schaeffer's Investment Research.
As U.S. markets rebound, Vanguard's VYMI ETF has delivered a 41% surge by tapping into high-yield international stocks, offering investors a potent mix of income and geographic diversification.
