+81% (Homebuilders) – Mirroring the broader housing boom. Key Winners and Losers The Winners:
Optimism surrounding the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (passed in late 2017) encouraged buying as investors anticipated lower corporate rates. stocks to buy right now 2017
+103% (Healthcare) – Gained on breakthroughs in cystic fibrosis drug trials. +81% (Homebuilders) – Mirroring the broader housing boom
Rose nearly 30% , driven by the explosive performance of technology stocks. Dow Jones Industrial Average: Gained over 25% . and dividend increases.
+87% (Technology) – Capitalized on the "One Touch" mobile payment trend and Venmo’s growth.
Beyond PayPal, Square (SQ) was a massive winner with a return of over 150% .
+89% (Industrials) – Soared due to strong plane deliveries, stock buybacks, and dividend increases.