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The S&P 500 Index gained 2.65% in the fourth quarter of 2025, capping another strong year for equities. The Index delivered its third consecutive year of double-digit returns; a milestone achieved only six times since the Great Depression. In total, the S&P 500 rose 17.86% in 2025 and recorded 39 new all-time highs over 252 trading days.
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Risk Markets Rally into Year-End: The Wall of Worry That Was 2025 Showed the Importance of Diversification

The S&P 500 Index gained 2.65% in the fourth quarter of 2025, capping another strong year for equities. The Index delivered its third consecutive year of double-digit returns; a milestone achieved only six times since the Great Depression. In total, the S&P 500 rose 17.86% in 2025 and recorded 39 new all-time highs over 252 trading days.

Jan 9 2026 10 MIN READ