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    S&P 500

    • fred.stlouisfed.org
    json
    Updated Jul 23, 2025
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    (2025). S&P 500 [Dataset]. https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/SP500
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    Dataset updated
    Jul 23, 2025
    License

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    Description

    View data of the S&P 500, an index of the stocks of 500 leading companies in the US economy, which provides a gauge of the U.S. equity market.

  2. Net returns of leading MSCI market indices worldwide 2023, by investment...

    • statista.com
    Updated Dec 15, 2023
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    Statista (2023). Net returns of leading MSCI market indices worldwide 2023, by investment period [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1428524/net-returns-of-the-leading-msci-market-indices-worldwide-investment-period/
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    Dataset updated
    Dec 15, 2023
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Time period covered
    Nov 30, 2023
    Area covered
    Worldwide
    Description

    The net returns offered by the MSCI World and MSCI All Country World Index (ACWI) outperformed the rate of return provided by the MSCI Emerging Markets index. On a ******** rate of return, the MSCI World and ACWI offered similar net return rates of around ** and a similar ********** return of **** percent, while the MSCI Emerging Markets provided returns of **** and **** percent.

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    United States Stock Market Index Data

    • tradingeconomics.com
    • ar.tradingeconomics.com
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    TRADING ECONOMICS, United States Stock Market Index Data [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/stock-market
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    excel, xml, json, csvAvailable download formats
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    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    Jan 3, 1928 - Jul 23, 2025
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    The main stock market index of United States, the US500, rose to 6327 points on July 23, 2025, gaining 0.27% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 3.85% and is up 16.57% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from United States. United States Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.

  4. Returns of S&P 500 index in the U.S. 2010-2023, by sector

    • statista.com
    Updated Jun 26, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Returns of S&P 500 index in the U.S. 2010-2023, by sector [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/580711/sandp-500-returns-by-sector/
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    Dataset updated
    Jun 26, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    In 2023, the S&P 500 Information Technology Index outperformed other sectors, with annual return of **** percent. On the other hand, the S&P 500 Utilities Index recorded the lowest returns, with a loss of *** percent.

  5. Returns of S&P 500 Financials Index in the U.S. 2007-2023

    • statista.com
    Updated Jul 9, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Returns of S&P 500 Financials Index in the U.S. 2007-2023 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/987400/sandp-500-returns-financial-sector/
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    Dataset updated
    Jul 9, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    This statistic presents the returns of the S&P 500 Financials Index in the United States from 2007 to 2023. The financial sector had its worst year in 2008, where it lost **** percent of its value. In 2023, it gained **** percent of value, despite recording a loss in the previous year.

  6. United States NASDAQ: Index: Total Return: NASDAQ US Benchmark Clothing and...

    • ceicdata.com
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    CEICdata.com, United States NASDAQ: Index: Total Return: NASDAQ US Benchmark Clothing and Accessories Index [Dataset]. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/united-states/nasdaq-total-return-monthly
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    CEIC Data
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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    Time period covered
    Mar 1, 2024 - Feb 1, 2025
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    NASDAQ: Index: Total Return: NASDAQ US Benchmark Clothing and Accessories Index data was reported at 1,175.320 NA in Apr 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1,270.390 NA for Mar 2025. NASDAQ: Index: Total Return: NASDAQ US Benchmark Clothing and Accessories Index data is updated monthly, averaging 1,522.240 NA from Jan 2012 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 160 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,003.230 NA in Apr 2021 and a record low of 866.086 NA in Oct 2023. NASDAQ: Index: Total Return: NASDAQ US Benchmark Clothing and Accessories Index data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Exchange Data International Limited. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.EDI.SE: NASDAQ: Total Return: Monthly.

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    United States Stock Market Index Data

    • tradingeconomics.com
    • jp.tradingeconomics.com
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    TRADING ECONOMICS, United States Stock Market Index Data [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/stock-market??sa=u&ei=ffhqvnvmn5dloatmoocabw&ved=0cjmbebywfq&usg=afqjcngzbcc8p0owixmdsdjcu_endviwgg
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    csv, json, excel, xmlAvailable download formats
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    Jan 3, 1928 - Jul 24, 2025
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    The main stock market index of United States, the US500, rose to 6369 points on July 24, 2025, gaining 0.16% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 4.55% and is up 17.96% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from United States. United States Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.

  8. Annual returns of Nasdaq 100 Index 1986-2024

    • statista.com
    Updated Jun 27, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Annual returns of Nasdaq 100 Index 1986-2024 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1330833/nasdaq-100-index-annual-returns/
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    Dataset updated
    Jun 27, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    The annual returns of the Nasdaq 100 Index from 1986 to 2024. fluctuated significantly throughout the period considered. The Nasdaq 100 index saw its lowest performance in 2008, with a return rate of ****** percent, while the largest returns were registered in 1999, at ****** percent. As of June 11, 2024, the rate of return of Nasdaq 100 Index stood at ** percent. The Nasdaq 100 is a stock market index comprised of the 100 largest and most actively traded non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange. How has the Nasdaq 100 evolved over years? The Nasdaq 100, which was previously heavily influenced by tech companies during the dot-com boom, has undergone significant diversification. Today, it represents a broader range of high-growth, non-financial companies across sectors like consumer services and healthcare, reflecting the evolving landscape of the global economy. The annual development of the Nasdaq 100 recently has generally been positive, except for 2022, when the NASDAQ experienced a decline due to worries about escalating inflation, interest rates, and regulatory challenges. What are the leading companies on Nasdaq 100? In August 2023, ***** was the largest company on the Nasdaq 100, with a market capitalization of **** trillion euros. Also, ****************************************** were among the five leading companies included in the index. Market capitalization is one of the most common ways of measuring how big a company is in the financial markets. It is calculated by multiplying the total number of outstanding shares by the current market price.

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    Indonesia - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year)

    • tradingeconomics.com
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    Updated Jun 17, 2017
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2017). Indonesia - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/indonesia/stock-market-return-percent-year-on-year-wb-data.html
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    xml, json, excel, csvAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Jun 17, 2017
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    Indonesia
    Description

    Stock market return (%, year-on-year) in Indonesia was reported at 18.73 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Indonesia - Stock market return (%, year-on-year) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

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    Thailand - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year)

    • tradingeconomics.com
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    Updated Jun 16, 2017
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2017). Thailand - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/thailand/stock-market-return-percent-year-on-year-wb-data.html
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    csv, xml, json, excelAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Jun 16, 2017
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    Thailand
    Description

    Stock market return (%, year-on-year) in Thailand was reported at 17.56 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - Stock market return (%, year-on-year) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

  11. An In-depth Analysis of the S&P 500 Index: Performance, Composition, and...

    • kappasignal.com
    Updated May 24, 2023
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    KappaSignal (2023). An In-depth Analysis of the S&P 500 Index: Performance, Composition, and Implications (Forecast) [Dataset]. https://www.kappasignal.com/2023/05/an-in-depth-analysis-of-s-500-index.html
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    Dataset updated
    May 24, 2023
    Dataset authored and provided by
    KappaSignal
    License

    https://www.kappasignal.com/p/legal-disclaimer.htmlhttps://www.kappasignal.com/p/legal-disclaimer.html

    Description

    This analysis presents a rigorous exploration of financial data, incorporating a diverse range of statistical features. By providing a robust foundation, it facilitates advanced research and innovative modeling techniques within the field of finance.

    An In-depth Analysis of the S&P 500 Index: Performance, Composition, and Implications

    Financial data:

    • Historical daily stock prices (open, high, low, close, volume)

    • Fundamental data (e.g., market capitalization, price to earnings P/E ratio, dividend yield, earnings per share EPS, price to earnings growth, debt-to-equity ratio, price-to-book ratio, current ratio, free cash flow, projected earnings growth, return on equity, dividend payout ratio, price to sales ratio, credit rating)

    • Technical indicators (e.g., moving averages, RSI, MACD, average directional index, aroon oscillator, stochastic oscillator, on-balance volume, accumulation/distribution A/D line, parabolic SAR indicator, bollinger bands indicators, fibonacci, williams percent range, commodity channel index)

    Machine learning features:

    • Feature engineering based on financial data and technical indicators

    • Sentiment analysis data from social media and news articles

    • Macroeconomic data (e.g., GDP, unemployment rate, interest rates, consumer spending, building permits, consumer confidence, inflation, producer price index, money supply, home sales, retail sales, bond yields)

    Potential Applications:

    • Stock price prediction

    • Portfolio optimization

    • Algorithmic trading

    • Market sentiment analysis

    • Risk management

    Use Cases:

    • Researchers investigating the effectiveness of machine learning in stock market prediction

    • Analysts developing quantitative trading Buy/Sell strategies

    • Individuals interested in building their own stock market prediction models

    • Students learning about machine learning and financial applications

    Additional Notes:

    • The dataset may include different levels of granularity (e.g., daily, hourly)

    • Data cleaning and preprocessing are essential before model training

    • Regular updates are recommended to maintain the accuracy and relevance of the data

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    Vietnam - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year)

    • tradingeconomics.com
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    Updated Jul 3, 2017
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2017). Vietnam - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/vietnam/stock-market-return-percent-year-on-year-wb-data.html
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    csv, json, xml, excelAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Jul 3, 2017
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    Vietnam
    Description

    Stock market return (%, year-on-year) in Vietnam was reported at 46.82 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Vietnam - Stock market return (%, year-on-year) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

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    United Kingdom Stock Market Index (GB100) Data

    • tradingeconomics.com
    • ko.tradingeconomics.com
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    TRADING ECONOMICS, United Kingdom Stock Market Index (GB100) Data [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-kingdom/stock-market
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    excel, xml, json, csvAvailable download formats
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    Jan 3, 1984 - Jul 24, 2025
    Area covered
    United Kingdom
    Description

    United Kingdom's main stock market index, the GB100, rose to 9138 points on July 24, 2025, gaining 0.85% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 4.81% and is up 11.63% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from United Kingdom. United Kingdom Stock Market Index (GB100) - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.

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    Malaysia - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year)

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    Updated Jul 6, 2017
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2017). Malaysia - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/malaysia/stock-market-return-percent-year-on-year-wb-data.html
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    csv, json, xml, excelAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Jul 6, 2017
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    Malaysia
    Description

    Stock market return (%, year-on-year) in Malaysia was reported at 3.2716 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Malaysia - Stock market return (%, year-on-year) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

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    Bangladesh - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year)

    • tradingeconomics.com
    csv, excel, json, xml
    Updated Jun 17, 2017
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2017). Bangladesh - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/bangladesh/stock-market-return-percent-year-on-year-wb-data.html
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    excel, xml, csv, jsonAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Jun 17, 2017
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    License information was derived automatically

    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    Bangladesh
    Description

    Stock market return (%, year-on-year) in Bangladesh was reported at 27.49 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Bangladesh - Stock market return (%, year-on-year) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

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    United Arab Emirates - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year)

    • tradingeconomics.com
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    Updated Jun 11, 2017
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2017). United Arab Emirates - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-arab-emirates/stock-market-return-percent-year-on-year-wb-data.html
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    excel, csv, xml, jsonAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Jun 11, 2017
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    United Arab Emirates
    Description

    Stock market return (%, year-on-year) in United Arab Emirates was reported at 45.44 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. United Arab Emirates - Stock market return (%, year-on-year) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

  17. India Equity Market Index

    • ceicdata.com
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    Updated Mar 26, 2025
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    CEICdata.com (2025). India Equity Market Index [Dataset]. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/indicator/india/equity-market-index
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    Dataset updated
    Mar 26, 2025
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    CEIC Data
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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    Time period covered
    Mar 1, 2024 - Feb 1, 2025
    Area covered
    India
    Variables measured
    Securities Exchange Index
    Description

    Key information about India Sensitive 30 (Sensex)

    • India Sensitive 30 (Sensex) closed at 73,198.1 points in Feb 2025, compared with 77,500.6 points at the previous month end
    • India Equity Market Index: Month End: BSE: Sensitive 30 (Sensex) data is updated monthly, available from Apr 1979 to Feb 2025, with an average number of 4,285.0 points
    • The data reached an all-time high of 84,299.8 points in Sep 2024 and a record low of 115.6 points in Nov 1979

    [COVID-19-IMPACT]


    Further information about India Sensitive 30 (Sensex)

    • In the latest reports, SENSEX recorded a daily P/E ratio of 20.6 in Mar 2025

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    Netherlands - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year)

    • tradingeconomics.com
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    Updated Jun 10, 2017
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2017). Netherlands - Stock Market Return (%, Year-on-year) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/netherlands/stock-market-return-percent-year-on-year-wb-data.html
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    excel, xml, csv, jsonAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Jun 10, 2017
    Dataset authored and provided by
    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    Netherlands
    Description

    Stock market return (%, year-on-year) in Netherlands was reported at 31.52 % in 2021, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Netherlands - Stock market return (%, year-on-year) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

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    BSE SENSEX Stock Market Index Data

    • tradingeconomics.com
    • id.tradingeconomics.com
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    TRADING ECONOMICS, BSE SENSEX Stock Market Index Data [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/india/stock-market
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    TRADING ECONOMICS
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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    Time period covered
    Apr 3, 1979 - Jul 23, 2025
    Area covered
    India
    Description

    India's main stock market index, the SENSEX, rose to 82727 points on July 23, 2025, gaining 0.66% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 0.82% and is up 3.22% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from India. BSE SENSEX Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.

  20. Weekly development Dow Jones Industrial Average Index 2020-2025

    • statista.com
    • ai-chatbox.pro
    Updated Mar 20, 2023
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    Statista (2023). Weekly development Dow Jones Industrial Average Index 2020-2025 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1104278/weekly-performance-of-djia-index/
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    Dataset updated
    Mar 20, 2023
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 2020 - Mar 2, 2025
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) index dropped around ***** points in the four weeks from February 12 to March 11, 2020, but has since recovered and peaked at ********* points as of November 24, 2024. In February 2020 - just prior to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the DJIA index stood at a little over ****** points. U.S. markets suffer as virus spreads The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a turbulent period for stock markets – the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also recorded dramatic drops. At the start of February, some analysts remained optimistic that the outbreak would ease. However, the increased spread of the virus started to hit investor confidence, prompting a record plunge in the stock markets. The Dow dropped by more than ***** points in the week from February 21 to February 28, which was a fall of **** percent – its worst percentage loss in a week since October 2008. Stock markets offer valuable economic insights The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a stock market index that monitors the share prices of the 30 largest companies in the United States. By studying the performance of the listed companies, analysts can gauge the strength of the domestic economy. If investors are confident in a company’s future, they will buy its stocks. The uncertainty of the coronavirus sparked fears of an economic crisis, and many traders decided that investment during the pandemic was too risky.

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(2025). S&P 500 [Dataset]. https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/SP500

S&P 500

SP500

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Dataset updated
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Description

View data of the S&P 500, an index of the stocks of 500 leading companies in the US economy, which provides a gauge of the U.S. equity market.

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