White House praises $2.81/gallon US gas prices — lowest ‘in years.’ How to use American prosperity for big gains in 2026

The U.S. stock market has been a powerful engine of wealth creation. Trump has pointed to that strength, recently saying that “the only thing that’s really going up big? It’s the stock market and your 401(k)s (4).”If you share that optimism, here’s a look at a few ways everyday investors can tap into America’s momentum in 2026 — and beyond.Combine cooler inflation with stronger-than-expected economic growth — GDP expanded 4.3% in Q3 2025 — and the setup for 2026 looks more constructive than many anticipated ...