September Market Seasonality: Why This Month Is Historically The Toughest For Investors
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
September is historically the toughest month for investors, with the S&P 500 often experiencing poor performance and heightened volatility. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) has shown an average return of -0.7% in September since 1950. Certain sectors like communication services, energy, and healthcare may offer slight gains, while materials and real estate typically underperform. The Federal Reserve's expected rate cut on September 18 could further influence market direction.
September 02, 2024 | 5:03 pm
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The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) is likely to face challenges in September, a historically weak month for stocks, with an average return of -0.7% since 1950. The upcoming Federal Reserve meeting on September 18 could add to market volatility.
September is historically the weakest month for the S&P 500, which SPY tracks. The ETF has averaged a -0.7% return in September since 1950. The Federal Reserve's meeting on September 18 could further impact SPY's performance, adding to potential volatility.
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