S&P 500 Braces For Earthquake. Forecast as of 08.01.2026

Wall Street analysts expect the S&P 500 index to surge by 9% in 2026. A whopping 71% of retail investors believe it will grow by 10% or more. However, will the broad stock index manage to close its fourth year in the black? Will it avoid a crash? Let's discuss these topics and make a trading plan.Major Takeaways The S&P 500 index falls by 30% or more once every 10–12 years. In January, the stock index rose in 60% of cases. Rotation in the US stock market is gaining momentum. Short