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title: "S&P 500’s rare seven-week rally signals potential 2026 gains"
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description: "The S&P 500 experienced a rare seven-week rally, historically linked to significant gains, with past instances showing over 20% growth within a year and a 100% win rate. Although a 1.2% drop on Friday concluded the streak, analysts anticipate ongoing strength as typical."
datetime: "2026-05-18T09:31:18.000Z"
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# S&P 500’s rare seven-week rally signals potential 2026 gains

Historic streak: The S&P 500 rose for seven consecutive weeks, a rare event tied to strong historical gains. Past performance: In previous cases, the index climbed over 20% within a year, with a 100% win rate. Minor pullback: A 1.2% drop on Friday ended the run, but analysts see continued strength as normal.

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