According to The Kobeissi Letter, 52% of S&P 500 stocks have outperformed the index year-to-date in 2025, a notable rise from the 32% and 29% recorded in 2024 and 2023, respectively (source: @KobeissiLetter, May 1, 2025). This broad market participation signals stronger momentum for active traders. Utilities stocks are driving this trend, with 81% surpassing the S&P 500 YTD, followed by 71% and 61% outperformance rates in other leading sectors. Traders may find increased opportunities in utilities and sectors showing high relative strength, suggesting a shift from concentrated gains to broader market leadership.