The “Magnificent 7” tech companies have been the stars of the stock market, together worth $14.7 trillion and often setting the pace for the S&P 500 Index ($SPX). But in 2025, the momentum has shifted.
The Nasdaq-100 Index ($IUXX) has dropped as much as 20% from its highs this year, as new U.S. trade tariffs and worries about the world economy make investors nervous. While tech stocks struggle, companies known for paying steady dividends are starting to get more attention from risk-averse investors looking for something safer.
