S&P 500 Forecast — July 16, 2026
As of Thursday, July 16, 2026 (4:00 PM ET close), the S&P 500 closed at 7,533.77, down -0.51% on the session versus Wednesday July 15's 7,572.40 close. The Thursday tape was a clear defensive rotation — led by healthcare, consumer staples, and real estate.