Indexes
| Sr. | Name | $Price | $High | $Low | $Change | %Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5303.27 | 5305.45 | 5283.59 | 6.17 | 0.12% | |
| 2 | 40003.59 | 40010.88 | 39858.86 | 134.21 | 0.34% | |
| 3 | 16685.97 | 16726.41 | 16613.84 | -12.35 | -0.07% | |
| 4 | 2095.72 | 2104.13 | 2090.44 | -0.53 | -0.03% | |
| 5 | 951.42 | 951.96 | 944.41 | 1.46 | 0.15% | |
| 6 | 15501.43 | 15597.69 | 15474.33 | -59.49 | -0.38% | |
| 7 | 11.99 | 12.48 | 11.91 | -0.43 | -3.46% | |
| 8 | 11234.11 | 11279.23 | 11205.84 | -1.46 | -0.01% | |
| 9 | 18546.23 | 18590.37 | 18462.25 | -11.73 | -0.06% |
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Industries
| Sr. | Industry | Week | Month | Half Year | Year | Stocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Advertising Agencies | -1.865% | 1.27% | -3.03% | -28.845% | 4 |
| 2 | Aerospace & Defense | 1.86% | 9.3575% | 28.82% | 80.5325% | 4 |
| 3 | Agricultural Inputs | 4.93% | -5.035% | -6.305% | -46.82% | 2 |
| 4 | Air Freight and Logistics | -5.18% | -16.09% | -58.52% | -81.66% | 1 |
| 5 | Apparel Manufacturing | -10% | 0.8% | 0% | -66.73% | 1 |
| 6 | Apparel Retail | 9.26% | 7.49% | -27.46% | -35.79% | 1 |
| 7 | Asset Management | 0.6751% | 3.5171% | 8.8231% | 4.0589% | 97 |
| 8 | Auto & Truck Dealerships | 24.156% | 5.504% | -46.936% | -68.542% | 5 |
| 9 | Auto Manufacturers | 4.2567% | -11.78% | -11.0733% | -40.8% | 3 |
| 10 | Auto Parts | -1.67% | 12.38% | -24.6% | -41.29% | 1 |
| 11 | Banks—Regional | 1.4603% | 4.3615% | -0.9758% | -6.7024% | 33 |
| 12 | Beverages—Wineries & Distilleries | -2.75% | -2.425% | 12.785% | 7.305% | 2 |
| 13 | Biotechnology | 1.6307% | 2.3518% | -6.0846% | -32.2575% | 67 |
| 14 | Broadcasting | -12.04% | -25.72% | 34.985% | -31.385% | 2 |
| 15 | Building Materials | 16.05% | 38.7367% | 17.97% | 42.46% | 3 |
| 16 | Building Products | 3.11% | 19.88% | -82.47% | -70.12% | 1 |
| 17 | Building Products & Equipment | 3.57% | 15.595% | 0.62% | -37.155% | 2 |
| 18 | Capital Markets | 3.6744% | 3.77% | 0.1722% | -31.0489% | 9 |
| 19 | Communication Equipment | 0.8375% | 4.2438% | 63.795% | -15.735% | 8 |
| 20 | Computer Hardware | 5.11% | 14.7567% | -9.82% | -25.52% | 3 |
| 21 | Confectioners | -0.9% | -1.76% | -4.67% | -18.89% | 1 |
| 22 | Conglomerates | -8.3725% | 6.06% | 25.1% | 25.765% | 4 |
| 23 | Consulting Services | -0.47% | -6.025% | -3.065% | -50.91% | 2 |
| 24 | Consumer Electronics | 20.6875% | 36.58% | 29.0525% | -16.09% | 4 |
| 25 | Credit Services | 12.55% | 6.5% | 70.495% | 14.3388% | 8 |
| 26 | Diagnostics & Research | -0.2367% | -7.2367% | -22.51% | -51.62% | 3 |
| 27 | Diversified Metals and Mining | -5.93% | -10.48% | -43.8% | -54.88% | 1 |
| 28 | Drug Manufacturers—General | 20.74% | 0% | -28.57% | -87.05% | 1 |
| 29 | Drug Manufacturers—Specialty & Generic | 13.6906% | 11.4894% | -22.0344% | -39.8481% | 16 |
| 30 | Education & Training Services | 2.497% | 17.375% | 4.121% | -48.243% | 10 |
| 31 | Electrical Equipment & Parts | 4.14% | 19.4033% | 11.7367% | -14.9267% | 3 |
| 32 | Electronic Components | 8.24% | -11.1% | -50.9833% | -72.5033% | 3 |
| 33 | Electronic Gaming & Multimedia | 3.306% | 2.992% | -0.548% | -10.158% | 5 |
| 34 | Electronics & Computer Distribution | -6.6% | -5.11% | -13.16% | -23.05% | 1 |
| 35 | Engineering & Construction | 1.23% | 1.23% | -26.6% | -51.01% | 1 |
| 36 | Entertainment | 3.0183% | 21.2517% | 44.945% | 3.6883% | 6 |
| 37 | Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery | 5.4133% | 9.9733% | 28.1733% | 2.55% | 3 |
| 38 | Farm Products | 3.0425% | -4.525% | -22.7525% | -21.66% | 4 |
| 39 | Financial Data & Stock Exchanges | 0.43% | 7.97% | -14.62% | -20.04% | 1 |
| 40 | Food Distribution | 1.6% | 4.1% | 7.19% | -28.81% | 1 |
| 41 | Food Retail | -10.18% | -6.78% | 18.62% | -7.03% | 1 |
| 42 | Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances | 6.455% | 9.805% | 18.385% | -37.58% | 2 |
| 43 | Gold | 13.1357% | 13.9314% | 32.3343% | 4.3086% | 7 |
| 44 | Grocery Stores | 2.96% | 13.44% | 25.38% | 44.82% | 1 |
| 45 | Health Information Services | -0.3443% | -0.9343% | -21.0286% | -56.6729% | 7 |
| 46 | Household & Personal Products | 30.5925% | 37.3% | -28.6425% | -55.995% | 4 |
| 47 | IT Consulting and Other Services | -6.915% | -22.07% | -49.235% | -83.425% | 2 |
| 48 | Information Technology Services | -1.53% | 18.59% | 32.2667% | -15.6433% | 3 |
| 49 | Insurance Brokers | 4.185% | -4.345% | 2.09% | -18.49% | 2 |
| 50 | Insurance—Life | -0.225% | -0.095% | 1.745% | 36.19% | 2 |
| 51 | Insurance—Reinsurance | 0.66% | 15.82% | 29.28% | 36.87% | 1 |
| 52 | Integrated Freight & Logistics | -2.56% | 7.3233% | -6.5033% | -37.0967% | 3 |
| 53 | Internet Content & Information | 0.2329% | 2.2643% | 0.7314% | -34.0943% | 7 |
| 54 | Internet Retail | 23.9814% | 30.5871% | -28.5214% | -56.8143% | 7 |
| 55 | Leisure | 24.75% | -17.66% | 120.895% | -70.115% | 2 |
| 56 | Leisure Facilities | 9.35% | 10.27% | -98.53% | -93.42% | 1 |
| 57 | Lodging | 3.98% | -1.54% | -24.98% | -57.49% | 1 |
| 58 | Lumber & Wood Production | 1.63% | 18.05% | 16.52% | -4.48% | 1 |
| 59 | Luxury Goods | 6.66% | -5.3133% | -44.23% | -67.85% | 3 |
| 60 | Marine Shipping | 0.5433% | 2.5967% | 31.5167% | 5.1% | 3 |
| 61 | Marine Transportation | 7.85% | 19.61% | 85.69% | 64.46% | 1 |
| 62 | Medical Care Facilities | -0.9975% | -3.9675% | 25.84% | -52.045% | 4 |
| 63 | Medical Devices | 18.14% | 8.2878% | 12.89% | -37.8089% | 9 |
| 64 | Medical Instruments & Supplies | -2.8937% | -8.5512% | 5.9138% | -31.91% | 8 |
| 65 | Metal Fabrication | 2.47% | 0.18% | -6.535% | -27.775% | 2 |
| 66 | Mortgage Finance | 16.44% | 18.73% | 0.51% | 7.88% | 1 |
| 67 | Movies and Entertainment | 11.89% | -11.82% | -60.35% | -50.77% | 1 |
| 68 | Oil & Gas E&P | 0.3976% | -0.4424% | -10.6571% | -18.0259% | 17 |
| 69 | Oil & Gas Equipment & Services | -3.98% | -4.58% | -65.23% | -76.24% | 1 |
| 70 | Oil & Gas Midstream | 3.5833% | 4.68% | -34.5933% | -56.79% | 3 |
| 71 | Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing | 10.86% | 4.26% | -27.51% | -53.24% | 1 |
| 72 | Other Industrial Metals & Mining | 6.502% | 9.6% | 12.612% | -31.462% | 5 |
| 73 | Other Precious Metals & Mining | 1.61% | 5.12% | -34.23% | -30.04% | 1 |
| 74 | Packaged Foods | 4.64% | 0.9782% | -9.5555% | -38.5027% | 11 |
| 75 | Packaging & Containers | 40.305% | 60.585% | -5.705% | 64.065% | 2 |
| 76 | Personal Services | 8.45% | -38.855% | -39.045% | -46.965% | 2 |
| 77 | Pharmaceutical Retailers | 5.5067% | -7.6233% | 2.1333% | -13.8833% | 3 |
| 78 | REIT—Diversified | -0.46% | -1.34% | 5.04% | -16.29% | 1 |
| 79 | REIT—Healthcare Facilities | -3.36% | -6.04% | -7.01% | -25.7% | 1 |
| 80 | REIT—Hotel & Motel | 0.81% | -8.99% | 6.81% | -27.99% | 1 |
| 81 | REIT—Office | 2.37% | 9.07% | 23.38% | 56.25% | 1 |
| 82 | REIT—Retail | -14.37% | -14.83% | -53.68% | -98.6% | 1 |
| 83 | REIT—Specialty | -4.97% | 27.73% | -5.55% | -69.7% | 1 |
| 84 | Real Estate Services | 46.0589% | 40.1833% | 2.1578% | -19.9422% | 9 |
| 85 | Real Estate—Development | 19.24% | 9.8% | 4.95% | -2.74% | 3 |
| 86 | Real Estate—Diversified | -3.2925% | -0.9125% | -4.1525% | -16.585% | 4 |
| 87 | Recreational Vehicles | -3.16% | -3.16% | -56.93% | -96.95% | 1 |
| 88 | Resorts & Casinos | 115.69% | 58.5% | -59.71% | -91.2% | 1 |
| 89 | Restaurants | 1.89% | -5.756% | -7.974% | -19.712% | 5 |
| 90 | Scientific & Technical Instruments | 13.4217% | 13.7117% | -15.6617% | -59.5% | 6 |
| 91 | Security & Protection Services | -0.63% | -3.0967% | -18.7567% | -34.8433% | 3 |
| 92 | Shell Companies | 0.7433% | 1.0333% | 3.0642% | 9.4787% | 45 |
| 93 | Software—Application | 10.7861% | 26.8533% | 60.6172% | 29.4661% | 18 |
| 94 | Software—Infrastructure | 2.03% | -3.1033% | -30.2933% | -73.1567% | 6 |
| 95 | Solar | 10.825% | 3.325% | -5.775% | -74.515% | 2 |
| 96 | Specialty Business Services | 17.155% | 16.9325% | -19.9725% | -29.5925% | 4 |
| 97 | Specialty Chemicals | 6.46% | 10.0233% | 24.3767% | 399.1267% | 3 |
| 98 | Specialty Industrial Machinery | 2.79% | 4.445% | 55.97% | 52.02% | 2 |
| 99 | Specialty Retail | 5.61% | 24.39% | -50.23% | -40.035% | 2 |
| 100 | Staffing & Employment Services | 7.38% | 3.23% | -69.76% | -97.32% | 1 |
| 101 | Steel | -1.92% | 19.68% | -4.205% | 16.2275% | 4 |
| 102 | Technology Distributors | -7.34% | -57.02% | -80.29% | -27.6% | 1 |
| 103 | Telecom Services | 2.61% | 1.655% | -17.91% | 45.345% | 2 |
| 104 | Tobacco | 7.25% | -13.54% | 8.73% | -82.71% | 1 |
| 105 | Tools & Accessories | 0.12% | 0.94% | 61.12% | 52.89% | 1 |
| 106 | Trading Companies and Distributors | 3.705% | -10.345% | -19.125% | -43.76% | 2 |
| 107 | Trucking | -2.4967% | -7% | -12.97% | -27.2567% | 3 |
| 108 | Utilities—Regulated Electric | -6% | 17.9% | 68.02% | 115.57% | 1 |
| 109 | Utilities—Regulated Water | 33.48% | 38.22% | 1.97% | -29.95% | 1 |
| 110 | Utilities—Renewable | 0.3975% | -0.305% | -2.4625% | -23.6525% | 4 |
| 111 | Waste Management | 45.24% | -4.456% | 124.728% | 0.876% | 5 |
Sectors
| Sr. | Sectors | Week | Month | Half Year | Year | Stocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Materials | 7.0919% | 13.82% | 12.0556% | 39.9807% | 27 |
| 2 | Communication Services | 0.8089% | 3.8315% | 8.6567% | -15.0204% | 27 |
| 3 | Consumer Cyclical | 15.1478% | 7.6448% | -18.1643% | -45.5665% | 40 |
| 4 | Consumer Defensive | 6.1703% | 8.9429% | -5.9223% | -36.7874% | 35 |
| 5 | Consumer Discretionary | 9.35% | 10.27% | -98.53% | -93.42% | 1 |
| 6 | Energy | 1.1086% | 0.2818% | -17.1677% | -27.5586% | 22 |
| 7 | Financial Services | 1.5379% | 3.2722% | 7.7883% | 2.4847% | 199 |
| 8 | Healthcare | 4.2252% | 2.3779% | -6.1902% | -36.2952% | 118 |
| 9 | Industrials | 6.2871% | 4.5337% | 16.161% | -7.9635% | 51 |
| 10 | Information Technology | -2.71% | -31.63% | -72.8% | -86.8% | 1 |
| 11 | Real Estate | 19.9591% | 17.8636% | -0.6068% | -19.8214% | 22 |
| 12 | Technology | 7.2921% | 12.9648% | 21.887% | -19.2236% | 56 |
| 13 | Utilities | 4.845% | 9.15% | 10.0233% | -1.4983% | 6 |
52 weeks change
| Symbol | Price | Change | Days Change | 52 Weeks Range | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DNN | $2.25 | 0.19 (9.22%) | $2.09 — $2.27 | $1.0 — $2.27 | 35,403,011 |
| WMT | $64.65 | 4.82 (8.06%) | $63.63 — $64.88 | $48.34 — $64.88 | 28,734,037 |
| BAC | $39.29 | 0.07 (0.18%) | $39.16 — $39.49 | $24.96 — $39.49 | 25,016,456 |
| DWAC | $49.95 | 13.01 (35.22%) | $38.55 — $52.8 | $32.1 — $52.8 | 22,155,930 |
| GOOGL | $176.13 | 1.95 (1.12%) | $173.69 — $176.26 | $115.35 — $176.26 | 21,910,747 |
Top Gainers
| Symbol | Price | %Change | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| VII 7GC & Co. Holdings Inc. | $10.96 | 10.64% | 25,545 |
| WHLR Wheeler Real Estate Investment Trust, Inc. | $2.69 | 2.57% | 126,844 |
| QFTA Quantum FinTech Acquisition Corporation | $10.26 | 9.16% | 10,671 |
| GLTA Galata Acquisition Corp. | $10.73 | 8.91% | 319,835 |
| NHWK NightHawk Biosciences, Inc. | $0.41 | 0.3335% | 161,222 |
| ENERR Accretion Acquisition Corp. | $0.00 | 0.002% | 14,294 |
Top Losers
| Symbol | Price | %Change | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| GWIIW Good Works II Acquisition Corp. | $0.00 | -0.8394% | 1,319 |
| MGTA Magenta Therapeutics, Inc. | $0.70 | -26.9904% | 375,912 |
| TKAT Takung Art Co., Ltd. | $0.20 | -6.1503% | 143,229 |
| SELB Selecta Biosciences, Inc. | $0.88 | -25.7688% | 2.76M |
| CBIO Catalyst Biosciences, Inc. | $0.51 | -14.7787% | 460,710 |
| SLGG Super League Gaming, Inc. | $0.09 | -1.5844% | 5.37M |
Understanding how the US stock market works is crucial for reasons that extend beyond just financial gain. Without knowing what the market entails and what foundations it is built upon, no investor can expect to go far in the stock market game. Basically, the most skilled players in the market know that it's not just about knowing where to invest but also how the whole investment arena works.
One highly significant reason to understand how the US stock market works is the potential to secure your financial future. The stock market serves as a crucial avenue for long-term wealth accumulation. When you comprehend its mechanics, you can make informed investment decisions that grow your savings over time.
By investing in US stocks, you have the opportunity to benefit from the market's historical average annual return, which has outpaced most other investment options like savings accounts or bonds. This growth potential is vital for achieving financial goals such as retirement, buying a home, or funding education.
Trading offers the potential for quick profits but entails elevated risks and necessitates active market monitoring. Traders must possess a firm grasp of market dynamics and employ risk management strategies effectively.
Investing VS Trading
The two main branches of activity in the US stock market is either trading or investing. It is crucial to understand the subtle distinction between these two market endeavors.
Investing in the US stock market is characterized by a long-term perspective. Investors commit capital with the intention of maintaining positions over extended periods, often spanning years or decades. The primary objective is the gradual accumulation of wealth, primarily driven by the appreciation of stock prices and the receipt of dividend income.
The principal advantage of investing lies in the potential for sustained long-term growth and the phenomenon of compounding returns. This approach is generally less active, necessitating minimal day-to-day monitoring and trading activity. However, investors must be prepared for market fluctuations, which can typically be seen in the pre-market or afterhours sessions, and exhibit patience during market downturns.
Conversely, trading adopts a shorter-term outlook within the US stock market. Traders aim to capitalize on price fluctuations in US stocks over briefer timeframes, ranging from minutes to months. The primary objective is to execute buy-low, sell-high strategies, capitalizing on market volatility.
Trading offers the potential for quick profits but entails elevated risks and necessitates active market monitoring. Traders must possess a firm grasp of market dynamics and employ risk management strategies effectively.
Fundamental Analysis
When it comes to the US stock market, fundamental analysis stands as a pivotal framework for investors. This approach involves a systematic examination of a company's core financial metrics and economic indicators. Investors thoroughly look into factors such as earnings reports, revenue growth, and profitability, seeking to assess a stock's intrinsic value and overall financial health.
Fundamental analysis represents the bedrock of decision-making in the stock market. By delving into these fundamental aspects, investors can make informed choices concerning whether to acquire, retain, or divest a specific stock.
Technical Analysis
Technical analysis is a vital discipline within the US stock market, offering a distinct approach to understanding market dynamics and predicting price movements. At its core, technical analysis relies on the examination of historical price and volume data to glean insights into future price trends.
One fundamental principle guiding technical analysis is the belief that all available information, whether public or private, is already embedded in a stock's current price. This perspective allows technical analysts to focus on price patterns and trends, operating under the premise that past price behavior can serve as a valuable guide to what lies ahead.
Crucially, technical analysts contend that stock prices move in trends, and these trends can be identified and analyzed using charts. These charts come in various forms, such as candlestick charts and bar charts, enabling analysts to visualize price movements over time. Additionally, technical analysts examine trading volume alongside price action, as unusual volume can provide important clues about the strength or weakness of a trend.
Key elements of technical analysis also include recognizing chart patterns, understanding support and resistance levels, and employing indicators like moving averages and the relative strength index (RSI) to assess price momentum. The application of Fibonacci retracement levels aids in identifying potential support and resistance zones based on key Fibonacci ratios. Together, these elements make it possible to identify top gainers and top losers in the market, well in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are dividends?
Dividends represent periodic payments made by companies to shareholders from their profits. They serve as a form of remuneration for stock ownership, and take place across the earnings calendar.
What is meant by the concepts of "bull" and "bear" markets?
A "bull" market signifies a period of rising stock prices, characterized by investor optimism. Conversely, a "bear" market denotes a phase of declining prices, typically associated with investor pessimism.
What is the minimum capital required to initiate stock market investment?
The amount needed for a start can be modest, but it is advisable to commence with a sum that does not create financial strain, as investments may be subject to fluctuations.
What distinguishes stocks from bonds?
Stocks represent ownership stakes in companies, while bonds represent loans to entities, including corporations and governments, with periodic interest payments.
How can I mitigate risk when participating in the stock market?
To mitigate risk, diversification is key. Diversify your investments by spreading them across different stocks and industries to reduce exposure to a single asset or sector.
What is the preferable strategy: investing or trading?
The choice between investing and trading hinges on individual financial objectives. Investing is oriented toward long-term wealth accumulation, whereas trading seeks shorter-term gains, often involving higher risk.
What are US stocks?
US stocks represent ownership shares in companies that are listed and traded on stock exchanges within the United States. Investing in these stocks allows individuals to become partial owners of these companies.
How do I buy US stocks?
You can buy US stocks through a brokerage account. Choose an online brokerage platform, open an account, fund it, and start placing orders to purchase shares of your desired U.S. companies.
What are the major US stock exchanges?
The major US stock exchanges include the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq Stock Market. These exchanges provide a platform for buying and selling stocks.
What factors affect US stock prices?
US stock prices are influenced by a range of factors, including company earnings, economic indicators, geopolitical events, interest rates, and overall market sentiment.
What's the difference between blue-chip and penny stocks?
Blue-chip stocks are shares of well-established, financially stable companies, while penny stocks are low-priced, speculative stocks of smaller companies. Blue-chip stocks are generally considered less risky.
How can I diversify my US stock portfolio?
Diversification involves spreading your investments across different sectors, industries, and asset classes. You can achieve this by investing in various US stocks across different sectors to reduce risk.
What's the significance of market indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500?
Market indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and S&P 500 provide insights into the overall health of the US stock market. They track the performance of a select group of stocks and reflect market trends.
Should I focus on short-term or long-term investing in US stocks?
Your investment goals and risk tolerance will determine your approach. Short-term investing aims for quick gains, while long-term investing involves holding stocks for extended periods to benefit from compounding growth.
How do I stay updated on US stock market news?
You can stay informed through financial news websites, investment apps, and following reputable financial analysts and experts. Regularly monitoring market trends and company updates is essential.
What's the impact of economic data releases on US stocks?
Economic data releases, such as unemployment rates, GDP growth, and inflation figures, can significantly influence US stock prices. Positive economic data may boost investor confidence, while negative data could lead to market fluctuations.