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June didn't pan out as a great month of the year for most S&P 500 investors. But some stocks absolutely rocked.

Tech stocks now account for 39% of the S&P 500 and were the primary drivers of the $1.7 trillion Vanguard S&P 500 ETF’s 15% return.

Congratulations, you cleared $400,000 this year. Now meet your silent partner: the IRS, who is taking 35% of every dollar you earn above the top-bracket threshold, plus a slice of your interest income, your short-term gains, and your non-qualified dividends. At your income level, where you park your money matters almost as much as what ... You Earn $400K and Hand the IRS 35%. These 3 ETFs Help You Keep More

The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:VOO) sells itself as the cheapest ticket to owning America. The sticker says 0.03%, roughly $3 a year per $10,000 invested. That’s the number every marketing page leads with. It’s also the number that obscures every other cost the fund quietly passes to shareholders. VOO is cheap, but holders pay ... VOO’s 0.03% Fee Hides the Real Cost: Why Cheaper Competitors Charge Half as Much

<p>The S&P 500 had a solid first half, but the real action was elsewhere. </p>

History has proven to reward consistency and time in the market.

The S&P 500 has delivered strong returns for buy-and-hold investors.

When choosing between S&P 500 ETFs, the decision usually comes down to fees. This is one of the rare cases where Vanguard isn't the winner.

It may be known for its diverse investment mix, but there's more to the story right now.

The Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF is remarkably inexpensive and simple. It's also worth remembering in this market environment.

Here's the roadmap for using the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) to generate hundreds or thousands of dollars in dividends each month.

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has turned into an elite performer again with the quality and dividend income themes remaining in favor.

In the space exploration business, money is easy come, easy go. And that's something Space Exploration IPO investors learned the hard way.

International stocks have been outperforming the S&P 500 for the past 18 months. It's unlikely the momentum is over.

<p>The 351 exchange has quietly crossed into the mainstream and advisors who aren't paying attention may already be behind. Ryan Kirlin of Alpha Architect breaks down why this tax-smart ETF strategy is the most powerful tool in the independent advisor's arsenal right now.</p>

You’re 55. You’ve got $250,000 sitting in a savings account or a CD, feeling responsible. Then you check the latest inflation report: headline PCE running at 4.07% year over year as of May 2026, accelerating from 2.88% in January. Meanwhile the national average 12-month CD pays 1.65% APY. Your “safe” money is losing ground every ... You’re 55 With $250K Sitting in Cash While Inflation Eats It Alive. These 3 Funds Put It to Work

<p>Table below reflects daily flows on June 26, 2026 and asset totals as of that date.</p>

<p>US-listed funds hit the milestone half way through the year.</p>

The endless bull market might slow down a bit more than most investors are expecting.

There's lots of overlap between them, but the answer comes down to one thing.

Expense differences and fund structure can impact long-term returns for investors choosing between these two S&P 500 giants.

Setting yourself up for a lifetime of wealth doesn't need to be complicated. Buy this ETF and you'll be well on your way!

The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:VOO) just became the first exchange-traded fund in history to cross one trillion dollars in assets, a milestone State Street had penciled in as one of its headline 2026 predictions. The interesting part is what investors think they own when they buy VOO versus what is actually sitting inside the ... VOO Became the First ETF to Hit $1 Trillion, but Nearly 40% of It Is Now Tech

Monthly checks averaging around 20 cents per share against a $33 share price is how the iShares U.S. Large Cap Premium Income Active ETF (CBOE:BALI) builds its roughly 7.7% distribution yield. The “too good to be true” framing on BALI assumes the cash must be coming from somewhere expensive, usually capped upside or quietly eroding ... The “BALI” Bull Run: Is BlackRock’s 7.7% Yield Strategy Too Good to Be True?

Most investors understand all the reasons to own them. What's not as clear is the degree to which you should own these super-simple investments.

Portfolio concentration and benchmark differences set these two low-cost growth ETFs apart for investors seeking large-cap exposure.

Analysts don't like to put "sell" ratings on S&P 500 stocks. So the fact they're willing to do it with some is worth your attention.

Owning the S&P 500 is one of the most popular ways to invest in stocks. You might need more than that.

SpaceX could be coming to your S&P 500 ETF -- eventually.

Both ETFs mirror the S&P 500's performance, but their investor bases and expense ratios set them apart.