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How to Calculate Return on Indices in a Stock Market

By Motley Fool Staff – Updated Apr 29, 2025 at 11:49PM

Key Points

  • Stock indexes like S&P 500 and Dow Jones track market trends, aiding in performance comparison.
  • Sector-specific indexes gauge various industries, useful for targeted investment insights.
  • Return on indexes can be calculated using initial and final prices, reflecting investment value change.
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