Chart of the week
By emphasizing earnings stability, the S&P SmallCap 600® Index may offer more resilience in times of economic turbulence.
Thanks to seasonal and structural tailwinds, stocks are poised to build on this year’s strong performance in November and December.
Investor sentiment has been negative and positioning cautious throughout 2025—a stark contrast to the market’s positive signals.
Deeper dives
Learn how investors can manage a barrage of financial news headlines, avoid irrational decisions and stick to basic investing principles.
While politics can have a short-term effect on the market, investors must learn to tune out the political noise and focus on the fundamentals.
When investors understand how the business cycle moves, they are better equipped to evaluate long-term investment decisions.
Market sights and sounds
Nationwide Economics
Listen as Nationwide economists and market professionals discuss current conditions, offer historical perspectives and suggest potential opportunities on the horizon.