The stocks in the S&P 500 are classified by 11 sectors, each of which responds differently to market conditions.
Roth accounts offer no current-year tax benefit, but they can provide tax-free retirement income.
Closed-end funds are considered to carry higher risk but may provide a higher income stream than traditional mutual funds holding similar securities.
New tax rules will determine the deductibility of donations in 2026 for better or worse, which means taxpayers may want to rethink the timing and amount of their donations for 2025 and beyond.