In 2013, investors have gone on one wild ride. The year started with almost 7% returns in the first several weeks to front-load big gains, and since then, despite some bumps, nothing has stopped this rally.
As of the market close on Sept. 26, the S&P 500 Index ($INX) is up 19% year-to-date -- pacing the best annual return since it rebounded off the lows in 2009, and the second-best annual return for the index in 10 years.
Of course, anything can happen as we close out the year. The debt ceiling debate is looming large and there are concerns about whether the Federal Reserve will change course on policies that could adversely affect the economy or the stock market.
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