Large-cap U.S. stocks have outperformed virtually all comers over the past 15 years. According to some of the world’s largest investment banks, that is unlikely to change in 2025.

Stocks wavered in afternoon trading on Wednesday, as losses for several Big Tech companies offset gains elsewhere in the market. The S&P 500 fell 0.4% in afternoon trading, even though more stocks were rising than falling in the index.

U.S. stocks rose to records after Donald Trump's latest talk about tariffs created only some ripples on Wall Street

U.S. stock index futures edged lower on Wednesday as investors awaited key economic data, particularly the crucial monthly inflation report, which is expected to impact the Federal Reserve's future monetary policy trajectory.

Wall Street stocks were mixed early Wednesday as markets awaited a key inflation reading in the final full-day session of a holiday-shortened week.