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What the World's Top Financial Minds Are Predicting for 2024

Jan 8, 2024
15:50
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Wall Street's predictions for the US economy in 2024, including a mild economic slowdown and efforts to maintain growth. Factors influencing the stock market in 2023, such as declining interest rates and the rise of AI. The surprise strength of the American consumer and its potential impact on consumer spending. The impact of disruptive forces, AI outlook, and upcoming elections on the global economy. Experts' opinions on the future state of the market in 2024, ranging from a potential hard landing to all-time highs and a Goldilocks economy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Wall Street predicts a 'soft-ish' landing and continued consumer strength for 2024, but uncertainties like interest rate changes and technological advances can create new unknowns.
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to be a long-term investment theme with significant growth potential, as AI-related stocks continue to rise and evolve.

Deep dives

Expectations of a Mild Economic Slowdown

The consensus on Wall Street is that the interest rate hikes of the past year will lead to a mild and benign economic slowdown, known as a soft landing. The aim is to cool the economy and tame inflation without causing a harsh downturn. Financial professionals are investing based on this consensus, and the stock market has responded positively. However, there are still concerns about the resilience of the consumer and whether the predicted slowdown will hold.

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