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Should You Invest $1,000 in VOO in 2026? (Hint: History Says Yes.)

The stock market is far more predictable the further you look back.

Should You Invest $1,000 in VOO in 2026? (Hint: History Says Yes.)

Published July 22, 2026 · Category: Finance

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If you're looking to invest $1,000 in the stock market, it's hard not to like the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: VOO). The exchange-traded fund (ETF) tracks the S&P 500, a bucket of 500 prominent U.S. companies. On top of that, you can invest as little as a dollar, the fund charges very low fees, and Vanguard is an iconic and trusted name in the investment community.

Unfortunately, reading the news headlines is stressful these days. People are tossing around frightening words like "recession" or "bubble." Naturally, the fear of losing money can be paralyzing. But history suggests that investing in VOO will likely work out well for you, especially if you have time and patience.

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