Global markets fell on the year's last trading day, but the S&P 500 still saw a strong 25% gain in 2024.

Global shares dropped on the final trading day of 2024, with major indices like Japan's Nikkei, Europe's DAX, CAC 40, and FTSE 100, and the US S&P 500 and Dow Jones futures experiencing losses. Despite the end-of-year dip, the S&P 500 is on track for a 25% gain in 2024, marking a second consecutive year of over 20% growth since 1997-1998, driven by strong consumer spending, a robust labor market, and easing inflation.

December 30, 2024
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