The number of stocks beating the S&P 500 is the highest in 4 years. Why that number should rise.

Reported by MarketWatch · Published 9 Aug 2026, 9:00 PM MYT (2 hr ago)

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For the first time in four years, the average stock is beating the stock market.

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The number of stocks beating the S&P 500 is the highest in 4 years. Why that number should rise.

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