Market Data
Twelve-month price history for two widely followed index ETFs, shown here as illustrative benchmarks for the concepts in How Markets Work — not as recommendations of any security. Short-term movements are dominated by volatility and say little about long-run outcomes.
S&P 500 index ETF (illustrative benchmark)
Tracks an index of roughly 500 large U.S. companies — a common proxy for the broad U.S. stock market.
Chart loads when visible…
Data for informational purposes only; may be delayed. Source: Stooq historical prices via public proxy.
Nasdaq-100 index ETF (illustrative benchmark)
Tracks an index of 100 large non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq exchange — more concentrated in technology than the broad market.
Chart loads when visible…
Data for informational purposes only; may be delayed. Source: Stooq historical prices via public proxy.