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Market Thoughts for January 2024 [Video]

Written by Brad McMillan, CFA®, CFP® | Jan 3, 2024 5:13:14 PM

Markets around the world were up from 3 percent to 6 percent last month and up by double digits across the board for the year. The lack of a recession drove these positive results, with job growth and consumer confidence remaining healthy.

The Fed kept rates steady last month, signaling a potential soft landing for the economy as inflation continues to decline. But how many rate cuts can we expect in the coming year? Stay tuned to my latest Market Thoughts video find out.