S&P 500 Up 9% in Q2 2026, Best Quarter Since 2020

Wall Street experienced its best quarter since 2020, with the S&P 500 up 9% year-to-date and the Nasdaq gaining 12%. The performance is attributed to favorable market conditions and ongoing advancements in AI technology. Despite a reference to poor performance at the start of the third quarter, overall gains indicate positive momentum in U.S. stocks. This trend suggests potential opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on the growth driven by the tech sector, particularly in AI-related companies.