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Visual Capitalist: The Pyramid Of S&P500 Returns
The Pyramid of S&P 500 Returns: 152 Years of Market Performance Key Takeaways The S&P 500 has finished in positive territory the majority of the years since 1871. 2026 could mark the fourth consecutive year of gains, which has been rarely seen throughout the S&P 500’s history. Wall Street strategists expect an average return of […]
John Hanccok: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended January 30
January gain The U.S. stock market maintained modestly positive momentum in January, with each of the three major indexes posting monthly gains of monthly gains of around 1% to 2%. For the S&P 500, it was the eighth positive monthly result out of the past nine; for the Dow, it was the ninth positive month in […]
LPL: Assessing The Early-Year Rotation
From Market Giants to Broader Leadership: Early Signs of a 2026 Rotation As 2026 gets underway, one of the most notable developments in financial markets is a shift in leadership beneath the surface. After years of dominance by a narrow group of mega-cap technology stocks, the opening weeks of the year suggest a broader set […]
Visual Capitalist: 4 Key Themes Defining Markets
Market Outlook: Four Forces Shaping Global Markets in 2026 As investors look ahead to 2026, the forces influencing markets are already taking shape. From geopolitical realignments to the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence, the coming year will be defined by how several powerful trends intersect—not by any single factor acting alone. Below are four themes […]
John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended January 23
U.S. GDP upgrade The U.S. economy’s rapid growth in the third quarter of last year was slightly more robust than initially estimated. The government’s updated figure put the quarter’s annual GDP growth rate at 4.4%, up from a previous estimate of 4.3%. The result was up from a 3.8% rate in the second quarter and […]
LPL: Can Mining Stocks Maintain Their Shine?
Can Mining Stocks Keep Their Momentum? Precious Metals Start 2026 on Strong Footing Precious metals have wasted no time carrying their strength into the new year. Gold has already reached multiple all-time highs in early 2026, climbing above $4,600 per ounce and gaining more than 6% year-to-date. Silver has also continued its impressive run, regularly […]
Visual Capitalist: How The Gold Rally Is Playing Out Around The World
How the Global Gold Rally Is Unfolding Across Currencies Gold’s recent surge has captured investor attention, particularly in U.S. dollar terms. But when you zoom out and look at gold through a global lens, the rally appears even broader — and in many cases, more compelling. While headlines often focus on dollar-based performance, gold has […]
John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended January 16
Earnings kickoff The big U.S. banks that opened earnings season reported mixed results. As of Friday, analysts projected that financials sector earnings rose 6.6% in the fourth quarter—slightly below the 8.2% average gain that’s forecast across all 11 sectors in the S&P 500, according to FactSet. Information technology is expected to post the strongest earnings […]
John Hancock: 2026 Fixed-Income Outlook
2026 Fixed-Income Outlook: Opportunities Amid an Uncertain Landscape The past year reminded bond investors just how quickly conditions can change. As we move into 2026, uncertainty remains part of the picture — but so does opportunity. We continue to see strong reasons for optimism around the role that core and core-plus fixed income can play […]
Visual Capitalist: Winners And Losers In U.S. Stocks Over The Last Year
Winners and Losers in U.S. Stocks Over the Past Year The U.S. stock market delivered another strong year, marking the S&P 500’s third consecutive year of gains above 15%. However, performance across sectors and individual stocks varied widely. While some industries benefited from artificial intelligence, higher interest rates, and global demand, others struggled to keep […]