The probability of a 30% U.S. stock market drop in the next year is estimated at 8%, based on options market-derived methodology. Survey and pundit-based crash probabilities are notably higher, but ...

The Total Stock Market ETF is more diversified than an S&P 500 index fund. Large-cap value stocks tend to hold up well during stock market sell-offs. The consumer staples sector contains many ...

With a third straight year of double-digit gains almost assured for 2025, the stock market enters the new year with enough momentum to make it a fourth-straight winning season. The favorable stock ...