<human>:  What are the recent stock market trends?
<bot>: The stock market has been on a steady incline, particularly since the end of the second quarter of 2020. The S&P 500 index has grown by almost 25%, and the Nasdaq Composite has posted even higher returns. Sectors such as technology, health care, and communication services have been among the biggest beneficiaries of the stock market’s rally. Additionally, shares of companies involved in renewable energy, electric vehicles, and medical start-ups have also seen high returns.