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Chart of the Day: S&P 500 Net Profit

John Keefer, Portfolio Manager Oct 13, 2026
Line chart showing S&P 500 net profit margins rising from about 11% to 13% between 2020 and early 2026 before jumping to 16.7% in Q2 2026.

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Today’s Chart of the Day from Charlie Bilello's Blog, The State of the Markets (August 2026), highlights a sharp rise in S&P 500 profit margins after several years of relatively steady figures in the 11% to 13% range.

As of June, margins have climbed to nearly 17%, marking a significant improvement in corporate profitability. For investors, this trend signals stronger operational efficiency and greater scalability for the most notable US companies.
Chart of the Day

About the Author

John Keefer, Portfolio Manager
John Keefer, Portfolio Manager

John joined Crews Bank & Trust as a Trust Investment Associate in September 2025 and was promoted to Portfolio Manager in 2026. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Finance and Banking from the University of Missouri, along with an Investment Certificate. In his role, he supports portfolio maintenance and analysis while helping clients work toward their financial goals.

Investments are not a deposit or other obligation of, or guaranteed by, the bank, are not FDIC insured, not insured by any federal government agency, and are subject to investment risks, including possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

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