Now that Q4 historical bullishness has kicked in, it’s time to allow the bears to go into hibernation, while the bulls search for key leadership to drive prices higher. Before I highlight a key industry group that just moved into all-time high territory, it’s important to understand the history of the stock market and which groups tend to carry the S&P 500 higher. In other words, since the S&P 500’s 2013 breakout above the 2000 and 2007 highs, which groups have led this secular bull market advance? Well, here you go. These are the 12 best-performing industry groups since April 2013 (as you check these out, keep in mind that the S&P 500 has gained 266% over the same period): Semiconductors ($DJUSSC): +1488% Computer Hardware ($DJUSCR): +1019% Software ($DJUSSW): +774% Specialty Finance ($DJUSSP): +709% Internet ($DJUSNS): +683% Broadliine Retailers ($DJUSRB): +653% Automobiles ($DJUSAU): +480% Home Construction ($DJUSHB): +459% Insurance Brokers…
