Equity markets continue to march higher despite the historic duration of the inverted U.S. Treasury yield curve. Inflation has moderated and stabilized, while growth expectations have modestly improved, indicating that risks between inflation and economic growth are well-balanced.
Stocks maintained their momentum from 2023 throughout the first quarter of 2024. The S&P 500 increased 10.6%. Unlike the first part of 2023, performance was not entirely on the back of only a few stocks.
February 2024 Market Recap: S&P 500 hits record highs as tech leads the rally. Explore insights on AI-driven growth, interest rate trends, and what it means for investors.
Explore how America’s economy and household wealth have surged since 1989, with GDP more than doubling and assets skyrocketing by over 500%. Discover the key drivers behind this growth—from real estate to equities—and what it means for wealth distribution today.
In the February 2024 edition of Markets Monthly: Strategies & Perspectives, Wealth Enhancement specialists share economic highlights, market updates, and more.
U.S. equity markets hit record highs in January 2024 as strong GDP growth, resilient labor markets, and easing inflation shaped Fed rate cut expectations. Explore key economic data, market trends, and investment insights in our monthly recap.