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U.S. Stocks Ended the Year Well

U.S. Stocks Ended the Year Well

This market overview shows the recent recovery in stocks. U.S. stocks average a 10% return, but they very rarely return their average in a calendar year as they did in 2023. Also take a look at the bond market average for 2023, along with data on money market, bond assets, and cash yields. Included is an interesting look at the historic market performance in election years.

January 29, 2024
U.S. Stocks Ended the Year Well
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