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Investing.comInvesting.com··James Picerno

S&P 500 Surges to Record High in Record Time After Sharp 9% Correction

S&P 500 rebounds to record highs in record 11 trading days after 9.1% correction, highlighting market resilience amid persistent geopolitical and policy uncertainty.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Chris Neiger

Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF: The Case for Buy-and-Hold Simplicity

Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF ($VOO) offers broad market exposure with a 0.03% expense ratio and ~10% historical annual returns, providing a simple, low-cost investment strategy for long-term wealth building.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Eva Mathew

S&P 500 Eyes Record Heights as Geopolitical Tensions Ease

S&P 500 hits record 7,022.95 as geopolitical tensions ease. Major earnings from PepsiCo, Travelers, Abbott, and Schwab expected this week.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Trevor Jennewine

Griffin's Recession Warning Signals Oil Crisis Threat to Stock Market Rally

Billionaire Ken Griffin warns global recession looms if Strait of Hormuz closure persists, with Brent crude at $127/barrel threatening stock market gains.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Stjepan Kalinic

S&P 500 Hits Record Highs as $45B CTA Surge Triggers Short Squeeze

S&P 500 reaches all-time highs on 7.6% Q2 rally driven by $45B CTA buying wave and hedge fund short covering, though durability depends on earnings season performance.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Piero Cingari

S&P 500 Hits All-Time High Amid Historic Energy Crisis

S&P 500 surged to 7,015 (+10% in 11 sessions) despite worst energy crisis from Strait of Hormuz blockade. Oil near $90/barrel as markets bet on swift resolution.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Fiona Cincotta

S&P 500 Hovers Near Records as Geopolitical Tensions Ease, Fed Rate Hopes Rise

S&P 500 nears records as Trump's Iran comments ease tensions and softer PPI data bolster Fed pause hopes. Banks gain from trading activity; tech stocks remain mixed.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Sean Williams

Tax Refunds Surge to $3,462: Two ETFs Offer Reliable Entry Points for Patient Investors

Average 2026 tax refunds reach $3,462 amid Trump tax law changes. Financial advisors highlight $VOO and $SCHD as solid long-term investment options.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Rishabh Mishra

Stock Futures Rise on De-Escalation Hopes as Tech Giants Drive Market Momentum

U.S. stock futures gain on Trump's Iran de-escalation comments, with ASML beating earnings and Broadcom partnering with Meta on AI chips.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Eva Mathew

S&P 500 Eyes Record Heights as Oil Plunges and Iran Talks Loom

S&P 500 surged 1.18% to 6,967.38 on easing oil prices and Iran deal hopes. Bank earnings and inflation data could sway Wednesday's direction.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Prnewswire

Realty Income Marks 670 Consecutive Monthly Dividends Amid Rare Consistency Streak

Realty Income ($O) announced its 670th consecutive monthly dividend of $0.2705, extending its 31-year dividend growth streak with 15,500+ properties across three continents.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Anders Bylund

Tech Stocks Power Market Rally as Inflation Data, Geopolitical Relief Boost Equities

S&P 500 climbs 1.1%, Nasdaq-100 surges 1.6% on tech gains, favorable inflation data, and reduced Iran tensions despite energy headwinds.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Michael Kramer

Beyond Fear: Why the VIX Is a Mispriced Volatility Suppression Tool

The VIX measures options mechanics and suppressed volatility, not genuine market fear. Investors must monitor VVIX, term structure, and gamma positioning for accurate risk assessment.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Christine Short

Banking Boom Masks Uncertainty: Q1 2026 Earnings Deliver Growth But Guidance Retreats

Goldman Sachs crushes Q1 expectations with record equities revenues and 48% banking fee growth, yet Constellation Brands withdraws guidance amid geopolitical and energy cost uncertainty.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Eric Volkman

S&P 500 Dividend Yields Hit Historic Lows; Three Stocks Offer Superior Returns

S&P 500 dividend yields fall to 1.2% lows, but AbbVie, Procter & Gamble, and Coca-Cola offer yields of 3.20%, 2.91%, and 2.66% respectively.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Lance Roberts

S&P 500's 8.2% Rally Faces Critical Test as Breadth Concerns Cloud Outlook

S&P 500 surged 8.2% to 6,816.89 on Iran ceasefire and oversold conditions, but narrow breadth and macro headwinds raise questions about sustainability.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Brian Gilmartin

Financial Sector Braces for 'Average' Quarter as Banks Eye 17% EPS Growth

Financial sector expected to post 17% EPS growth and 6.8% revenue growth in Q1 2026, with Goldman Sachs kicking off earnings April 13th.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Ben Gran

Leveraged S&P 500 ETF's Million-Dollar Promise Comes With Steep Risks

ProShares Ultra S&P 500 ($SSO) offers 14.5% average annual returns but amplifies losses. Year-to-date decline of 9% versus 3.8% for standard S&P 500 raises questions about long-term viability.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Adam Levy

Shiller's Grim Forecast: S&P 500 Faces Decade of Meager 1.3% Returns

Nobel laureate Shiller forecasts the S&P 500 will deliver just 1.3% annualized returns through 2035, recommending investors diversify internationally toward cheaper European and Japanese equities.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··David Dierking

Why VOO Could Be Your Best Wealth-Building Tool for Long-Term Financial Independence

Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF (VOO) offers disciplined, long-term wealth building through broad diversification, low costs, and proven compound growth potential.
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