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Will the Stock Market Soar If the Fed Cuts Rates in September? Here's What History Shows.

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But will the stock market soar if the Fed cuts rates in September? How did the stock market respond? Then came the stock market crash of October 2008. The S&P 500 initially plunged, but bounced back beginning in March 2009. economy and the stock market roared back. Not too well.

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This Troubling Indicator Hasn't Been This High Since 2009, and That Could Spell Trouble for Investors

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If there's one thing that may slow down the stock market this year, it's a recession. While low interest rates may be good for growth stocks, a lack of economic growth isn't good for any business. The last time there were that many defaults at this stage of the year was in 2009, when there were 36.

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When Is the Best Time to Invest in the Stock Market? The Answer May Surprise You

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The stock market has been surging lately, with the S&P 500 up by roughly 11% since late October alone. In other words, if you had invested in an S&P 500 index fund or exchange-traded fund ( ETF) at any point in history and simply held it for 20 years, you'd have made money regardless of how the market performed during that time.

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Is the Stock Market Really Safe Right Now? Here's What History Says.

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The stock market has been on a wild ride over the past few months, with the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) soaring by more than 14% since late October and roughly 23% over the past year. And just how safe is the market at the moment? Is now a good time to invest in the stock market? So what's the best strategy?

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Is the iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF a Millionaire Maker?

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For most fans of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), the iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF (NYSEMKT: IWF) isn't exactly in the middle of their investment radars. The $90 billion fund just isn't as popular as options like the SPDR S&P 500 ETF or the Invesco QQQ Trust. This little fund packs a big performance punch.

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How to Choose the Right Investments for You in 2024

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If you won't need the money for around five or more years, it most likely belongs in a brokerage account , so you can invest in the stock market. That's because the market has consistently produced better returns than pretty much any other reasonable investment.

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Should You Buy Stocks If a Recession Is Coming in 2024? Here's What History Shows.

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How the stock market typically fares during recessions Let's start with the bad news. The overall stock market typically fares poorly during recessions. The S&P 500 index is often used as a proxy for the entire stock market for good reason. 2007-June 2009 (56.8%) Feb. Here's what history shows.