Since 1990, there have been 12 years in which the S &P 500 has gained 20% or more, Cox said. The stock market crossed that threshold last year, and is almost certain to do so when 2024 comes to an end ...

The stock market climbed to record highs in 2024 ... chief global strategist at Principal Asset Management, told ABC News in a statement. Inflation has slowed dramatically from a peak of more ...