While the S&P 500 Index started 2025 on shaky ground, it ultimately delivered for investors. Through April 8, 2025, the index was down more than 16% on the year. However, the S&P 500 ended up flipping its return, rising more than 16% in 2025. Adding in dividends, the index’s total return was nearly 18%. Below, we’ll review the index’s journey in 2025.
More importantly, we’ll see what Wall Street analysts are forecasting for 2026. By and large, analysts see the index having another solid year, despite many investors holding fears of an “artificial intelligence (AI) bubble."
