S&P 500 Index (SPX)
Tracks about 500 large-cap US companies. Updated October 7, 2026.
The S&P 500 (SPX) is trading at 7,798.94 on October 7, 2026, down 0.26% (-19.99 points). It sits 0.6% below its 52-week high of 7,844.52 and 23.5% above its 52-week low of 6,316.91, near the top of its one-year range.
Summary generated from market data by MetaCap's automated system. Methodology
About the S&P 500
The S&P 500 is a float-adjusted, market-cap-weighted index of about 500 leading US companies selected by a committee at S&P Dow Jones Indices. It covers roughly 80% of the US equity market by value and is the most widely used benchmark for US large-cap stocks.
Top movers in the S&P 500 today
182 of 501 S&P 500 stocks are higher on October 7, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the S&P 500 at today?
- The S&P 500 is at 7,798.94 as of October 7, 2026, down 0.26% on the day. Data is delayed at least 15 minutes.
- How many stocks are in the S&P 500?
- The S&P 500 tracks about 500 large-cap US companies; MetaCap's list currently shows 501 members.
- What is the S&P 500 52-week high and low?
- Over the past 52 weeks the S&P 500 has traded between 6,316.91 and 7,844.52.
- How can I invest in the S&P 500?
- An index cannot be bought directly. Investors typically gain exposure through index funds or ETFs that track it, such as SPY, VOO, IVV. Compare expense ratios and tracking error before choosing one.
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Prices as of Oct 7, 3:28 PM EDT. Component data from MetaCap's S&P 500 Stocks list; market caps as of the latest close (501 stocks). Market data is delayed at least 15 minutes and provided for informational purposes only. Not investment advice. Full disclaimer