S&P 500 Average Return for Each Day

S&P 500 Average Return for Each Day This spreadsheet shows the S&P 500 average return for each day from 1950 to 2018. “History never repeats itself but it rhymes” –Mark Twain. October 28 has been historically the best day of the year for the S&P 500. You may also like “S&P 500 vs. Its Seasonal Pattern.” Image: Ryan…

Seasonality – S&P 500 Index Average Monthly Returns

Seasonality – S&P 500 Index Average Monthly Returns Bulls have reason to smile: historically, July has been the best month in post-election years and over the past 20 years. This suggests there is further upside potential ahead. Image: Carson Investment Research

Average S&P 500 Return in Session Following a Down Day

Average S&P 500 Return in Session Following a Down Day In 2025, investors who bought the dip in the U.S. stock market experienced the highest next-day returns in over 30 years, with the S&P 500 averaging a 0.36% gain in the trading session following a down day. Image: Yahoo Finance

Average S&P 500 Returns Following 35 Corrections of 10% Since 1950

Average S&P 500 Returns Following 35 Corrections of 10% Since 1950 Market corrections of 10% in the S&P 500 are a normal aspect of market cycles, often presenting long-term investors with attractive buying opportunities, especially in the absence of a recession. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Performance Based on Congress Makeup – Average S&P 500 Index Annual Return

Performance Based on Congress Makeup – Average S&P 500 Index Annual Return Historically, a split Congress has frequently led to favorable U.S. stock market performance, as investors often view the reduced policy risk and increased stability of divided government positively. Image: Carson Investment Research

Average Gold Returns After Trading Certain Distances from 200-Day Moving Average

Average Gold Returns After Trading Certain Distances from 200-Day Moving Average Gold is currently 15% above the 200-day moving average, suggesting short-term bullish sentiment. However, historical trends indicate that investors should brace for potentially flat returns in the following 1 to 6 months after such extremes. Image: BofA Global Research