Your Money Minute Stock Optimism For 2026 12/26/25
Dec 26, 2025
Ryan Dietrich, a financial advisor at The Carson Group, shares his insights on the stock market outlook for 2026. He highlights the historical trend of the S&P 500, revealing that strong double-digit returns are typically seen in the absence of a recession. The discussion also touches on current market performance, emphasizing the S&P's positive year-to-date gains as 2025 wraps up. Tune in for an optimistic take on investing and what the coming year might hold for stock enthusiasts!
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Recession Drives Stock Outcomes
- If the economy avoids a recession, the S&P 500 historically rises double digits most years.
- Ryan Dietrich argues that no recession next year makes continued market gains likely for 2026.
Recent Strong Returns Fuel Optimism
- The S&P 500 has posted two very strong years recently and was up about 15% year-to-date by mid-December.
- That momentum frames investor optimism heading into year-end and 2026 expectations.
Position For Continued Market Gains
- Expect better stock returns if you don't plan for a recession and position accordingly.
- Monitor economic signals because Ryan Dietrich says we don't see a recession next year, so prepare for continued upside.