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Presidential Transitions Don't Crash Stocks
Stocks keep rising despite who's president
In brief
Stocks keep rising despite who's president U.S. stock market grows steadily across presidential terms Originally reported by Yahoo Finance.
Trump's Economy
Trump's policies like trade wars and tariffs raised costs for businesses and consumers while pushing up interest rates.
Stock Market Resilience
S&P 500 gained 28% since Trump's inauguration in January 2025 despite economic uncertainty.
Historical Pattern
S&P 500 returns averaged 13.8% under Obama and 14% under Trump, showing consistent long-term growth.
Election Volatility
Stocks show higher volatility in election years as investors worry about policy outcomes.
Long-Term Focus
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF has delivered 15% annual returns over 16 years and 20.3% in the past year.
Investing Strategy
Long-term investors should stay bullish on stocks regardless of presidential changes.
The big picture
U.S. stock market grows steadily across presidential terms
