SP500S&P 500 Index (SP500) — Current Value & Historical Data
FRED series title: S&P 500
S&P 500 Index (SP500) Chart & Data Table
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What is S&P 500 Index (SP500)?
The observations for the S&P 500 represent the daily index value at market close. The market typically closes at 4 PM ET, except for holidays when it sometimes closes early.
Current S&P 500 Index (SP500) Value
As of October 16, 2026, the current s&p 500 is 7659.44 Index. This is the most recent observation available for this series, updated daily, close.
S&P 500 Index Historical Trend
S&P 500 fell 1.09% year-over-year. In the series' tracked history, the highest recorded value was 7818.93 (October 2026), and the lowest was 2085.18 (November 2016).
Methodology & Source
Source
Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Frequency
Daily, Close
Units
Index
Notes
The observations for the S&P 500 represent the daily index value at market close. The market typically closes at 4 PM ET, except for holidays when it sometimes closes early. The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis and S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC have reached a new agreement on the use of Standard & P...
Frequently Asked Questions About S&P 500 Index (SP500)
What is the current s&p 500?
As of October 16, 2026, s&p 500 stands at 7659.44 Index.
Where does s&p 500 data come from?
S&P 500 data is sourced from the Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) system and related U.S. government agencies. Data quality and historical coverage vary by series.
How often is s&p 500 updated?
This series is updated according to its publication schedule. Check FRED or the source agency for the most current release calendar.
What is the historical high and low for s&p 500?
In the available data, the highest value was 7818.93 Index in October 2026, and the lowest was 2085.18 Index in November 2016.
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