what is the best returning index in august 2018

The Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) had the highest return in August 2018 by a major index, returning 5.3%.

ASSET MONTH % RETURN
the Nasdaq Composite (IXIC)
August 2018
5.29%
the S&P 500 (GSPC)
August 2018
2.85%
the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI)
August 2018
1.98%