The month of February didn't go out quietly. Volatility was present throughout shaking up both bears and bulls — eventually leaving the S&P 500 in the red.

There was notable strength in Energy, while Software got hit hard...

The first month of the year is in the books, with the S&P 500 finishing January up 1.46%. 

There’s been notable strength in Energy, Materials and Staples, which are leading the charge so far in 2026.

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September just wrapped up, and what’s usually one of the weakest months for the market turned out to be pretty solid.

Tech kept powering the indexes higher, and even Healthcare and Utilities showed renewed strength.

July is in the books and there are some fresh trends brewing beneath the surface. 

The tech and growth trade has led the market off the April lows, but recent evidence suggests this theme is cooling.