Detroit and Israel may seem like an unlikely pair to connect in a conversation, but when it comes to the S&P 500 index, these two regions can definitely be part of the discussion. The S&P 500 index is a widely followed benchmark for the U.S. stock market, representing the performance of 500 large companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States. Let's explore how Detroit, a city with a rich industrial history, and Israel, a thriving hub of innovation, can both impact the S&P 500 index in different ways.