0 Investing July 4, 2026 by Business Geco · Published July 4, 2026 U.S. Stocks Have Returned 8.7% Annually Since 1776, Highlighting The Power Of Long-Term Investing By Business Geco Editorial Team | Markets & Investing Introduction The U.S. stock market has delivered an average annual return of approximately 8.7% since the Declaration of Independence in 1776, according to long-term historical...