what is the best returning index in 1974

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) had the highest return in 1974 by a major index, returning -27.3%.

ASSET YEAR % RETURN
the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI)
1974
-27.33%
the S&P 500 (GSPC)
1974
-29.81%
the Nasdaq Composite (IXIC)
1974
-35.35%