The Market Is Climbing, but the Reason Isn’t What You Think

In this week's Making Sense with Ed Butowsky, I explain how the S&P 500 performed through the first half of 2025 and why the information technology sector was such a big driver. I also highlight the leading stocks that had the most significant positive and negative effects and what those trends mean for investors today. Understanding this market concentration is key to managing both opportunity and risk.

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