S&P 500 Surges 17% in 2025, Eyes Third Straight 20% Gain

U.S. stocks, led by the S&P 500, are poised for another strong year, potentially marking the third consecutive year of double-digit gains. This rare feat, last seen in the late 1990s, could be achieved despite historical data showing that the following year typically averages just 4.6% growth. Wall Street analysts predict a 15.9% gain by year-end, but some caution about a potential slowdown due to over-reliance on tech giants and midterm election risks. However, bulls at Fundstrat argue that in similar global streaks, the fourth year averaged 12% gains in half the cases, and the rally is broadening with small caps up 13.6% and international stocks surging nearly 30%. Checkout Solipillow.comThe Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.