S&P 500 On Track for 7th Quarter of Gains

The video discusses the S&P 500's performance from 1998 to 2014, highlighting a seven-quarter winning streak, its longest since 1998. The S&P rose by 39% during this period, outperforming the MSCI All Country World Index. Despite some negative trends, such as a rise in the VIX index and a dip in September, the S&P has shown resilience with no four-day losing streaks this year and a stable performance over the past three years.

What is the significance of the year 1998 in the context of the S&P 500's performance?

• It was the year of the largest market crash.

• It was the year the S&P 500 was first established.

• It was the year of the highest annual gain.

• It marks the beginning of the longest winning streak.

How did the S&P 500 perform compared to the MSCI All Country World Index during the recent winning streak?

• It matched the performance of the MSCI Index.

• It outperformed the MSCI Index.

• It had no correlation with the MSCI Index.

• It underperformed the MSCI Index.

What was the S&P 500's performance in September, and why is it significant?

• It rose by 1.3%, marking a new high.

• It fell by 1.3%, the worst month in 14 months.

• It remained stable, showing no change.

• It rose by 2%, indicating recovery.

What does the VIX index indicate about the S&P 500's performance?

• It suggests a bullish market trend.

• It shows a decrease in market volatility.

• It indicates a stable market condition.

• It reflects an increase in market fear.

What positive trend has the S&P 500 maintained over the past three years?

• It has outperformed all global indices.

• It has not fallen more than 10%.

• It has consistently risen by 10%.

• It has had a four-day losing streak.