September Is the Worst Month for Stocks — Here Is Exactly What To Do With Your Money

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Key Takeaways Since 1928, the S&P 500 has averaged a return of -1.17% in September — the only month with a consistently negative long-term track record September 2026 adds extra pressure: rate hike odds rising, US-Canada trade disputes brewing, and the Iran conflict reaching its six-month mark The single most expensive mistake investors make in … Read more