Should You Buy Stocks in October? History’s Answer is Strikingly Clear.
Key PointsThe S&P 500 is advancing in the double digits in 2026, but headwinds have multiplied.
October has historically been a challenging month for the stock market, witnessing some of the worst events in history, such as the 1929 crash and Black Monday in 1987. More recently, the subprime market collapse also occurred in October, leading to a stock market crash. This is why many investors may be hesitant to invest during this month.
Despite the S&P 500 achieving double-digit gains this year, concerns persist, including general economic risks and industry-specific issues like the rapid development of AI infrastructure. While August saw a strong performance for stocks with the S&P 500 rising over 2%, September ended with a loss of 0.4%. Given this situation, one might question whether it is advisable to buy stocks in October.
The historical evidence suggests a clear answer: October has consistently been a period of significant risk and uncertainty for the stock market.
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