S&P 500 Down 5% in March; Analyst Predicts Choppy 2026 Ahead

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In March, the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq fell around 5%, concluding a difficult quarter for investors. As of date, the S&P 500 is down approximately 3.5% year-to-date. Analyst Jack Manley from JPMorgan Asset Management suggests that the markets will remain sensitive to both positive and negative news, indicating a potentially volatile 2026. Historical data shows that investors who stay fully invested experience better returns, as significant market gains often occur shortly after downturns, highlighting the risks of timing the market.