S&P 500 Snapshot: Best Day Since May

The S&P 500 experienced a mid-week slump before rebounding on Friday with its strongest single-day gain since May. The index ended the week down -0.1% but remains within reach of a new record high.

ETF Trends • Feb 6, 2026

Record January ETF Flows Highlight Rotation Away From Concentration

The ETF industry has carried its record-breaking momentum from 2025 into the new year, surpassing $100 billion in net flows before the end of January.  By the end of the month, flows into U.S.

ETF Trends • Feb 3, 2026

Should State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF (SPYM) Be on Your Investing Radar?

If you're interested in broad exposure to the Large Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, look no further than the State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF (SPYM), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on November 8, 2005.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 26, 2026

S&P 500 Snapshot: Sour Start Leads to Weekly Loss

The S&P 500 kicked off the shortened-trading week on a sour note but managed to claw back a portion of those losses, ultimately finishing the week with a loss of -0.4% The index is now 0.88% off its all-time high from January 12, 2026.

ETF Trends • Jan 23, 2026

ETF Industry Sets Annual Inflow Record at $2.37T

The exchange-traded fund industry closed 2025 with its strongest year ever for investor demand, gathering $2.37 trillion in net inflows as global assets surged to a record $19.85 trillion, according to a Tuesday ETFGI report. December capped the historic year with $330.

ETF Trends • Jan 21, 2026

3 Great ETFs for 2026 and Beyond

These ETFs can be the cornerstone of any portfolio.

Morningstar • Jan 15, 2026

S&P 500 Snapshot: Index Closes at Record High

The S&P 500 finished the first full trading week of 2026 at a new record high. Here is a snapshot of the index from the past week: The table below summarizes the number of record highs reached each year dating back to 2013.

ETF Trends • Jan 9, 2026

The Best S&P 500 ETF to Invest $5,000 in as 2026 Begins

Five S&P 500 ETFs stand out as top alternatives for investors. One offers a lower annual expense ratio than the others and appears to be the best pick.

The Motley Fool • Jan 8, 2026

Top 10 Charts of 2025

Now that 2025 has come to an end, let's take a look at the top 10 most-read charts of the year. From market updates and valuations to consumer attitudes and gas prices, these charts have provided crucial insights into the economic landscape that shaped the last twelve months.

ETF Trends • Jan 8, 2026

From Bitcoin to Bonds: Examining the 2025 ETF Heavyweights

2025 proved to be a historic period for the ETF industry, characterized by massive flows and a significant broadening of investor appetite across asset classes. The data reveals a market that remains heavily tilted toward core equity exposures while simultaneously embracing alternative stores of value and fixed-income safety.

ETF Trends • Jan 5, 2026