Only Nvidia and Alphabet are outperforming the S&P 500 this year, signaling a shift in market leadership. Investors are urged to trim exposure as bull-market fatigue sets in. The Magnificent Seven narrative is breaking down, with only two stocks beating the benchmark as five others struggle.

The S&P 500 has seen double-digit gains for three consecutive years, but market leaders are losing momentum. Complacency is dangerous in long bull markets, and knowing when leadership is narrowing is crucial to protecting gains. History shows that profit-taking is key in volatile market environments.

The Magnificent Seven, once seen as the best investment basket, are now underperforming the S&P 500, with only Nvidia and Google beating the benchmark. This shift in market dynamics highlights the importance of recognizing when leadership is changing and taking appropriate action to safeguard investments. Stock market experts discuss signs of a market downturn as leading stocks lose momentum. S&P 500 sees third year of double-digit growth, longest bull market since mid-nineties. Advice to take profits off the table applies to all investments, not just stocks. Consider reallocating to safer options to prepare for market fluctuations.

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– The Federal Reserve announced an interest rate hike in response to rising inflation rates, causing concern among investors.
– The latest jobs report showed a decrease in unemployment rates, boosting consumer confidence.
– Tech stocks experienced a dip after a major company reported lower-than-expected earnings.
– Oil prices surged as tensions in the Middle East escalated.: The Magnificent Seven Myth Is Starting to Crack