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title: Market Thoughts for December 2024 [Video]
description: How did the markets and economy do in November, and are there risks ahead? Find out in our Market Thoughts video from Commonwealth CIO Brad McMillan.
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# [Market Thoughts for December 2024 \[Video\]](https://blog.commonwealth.com/independent-market-observer/market-thoughts-for-december-2024-video)

 Written by [Brad McMillan, CFA®, CFP®](https://blog.commonwealth.com/independent-market-observer/author/brad-mcmillan-cfa-caia-mai) | Dec 3, 2024, 3:53:43 PM

Markets rallied in November as investors poured into U.S. stocks following the 2024 election results. All three major U.S. indices ended the month in positive territory, with the S&P 500 and Dow showing record highs. While it was a great month for U.S. investors, international stocks ended down, and developed and emerging markets fell. On the economic front, personal spending and retail sales growth came in strong, and service sector confidence rose to a two-year high.

Despite the good news, will upcoming policy changes affect the geopolitical landscape? Stay tuned to my latest [Market Thoughts video](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1035322276?h=88872695db) to find out.

 

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