Anyone familiar with the movie Jerry Maguire knows the phrase, “Show me the money!” Well, after several quarters of beating low expectations, it’s time for companies in the S&P 500 to show us the money and put up solid earnings growth. Analysts expect earnings growth of 8.8 percent as of July 3, 2024, which would be the highest growth rate since Q1 2022 when it was 9.4 percent.
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Economic Risk Factor Update: July 2024 [SlideShare]
June’s reports indicated signs of continued economic growth with signs of a potential slowdown ahead. Hiring remained solid, with 206,000 jobs added during the month. Service sector and consumer confidence both fell in June, while the yield curve inversion widened modestly.
2024 Midyear Outlook: The Tug-of-War Between Earnings Growth and Valuations
The story of 2023 was the recession that never was and the end of the interest rate hiking cycle. Corporate earnings growth beat expectations, and the S&P 500 saw a 26 percent return. And in the first half of 2024, that upward trajectory largely continued. Large-cap stocks have led the way, while mid- and small-caps have lagged. Value stocks have underperformed growth stocks, with higher earnings growth for growth stocks keeping them in the lead.
What Will the Second Half Hold for the S&P 500?
Looking Back at the Markets in June and Ahead to July 2024
June was a good month for markets, with most indices up in the low- to mid-single digits. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new highs during the month, and bond returns were positive due to falling interest rates. International markets were more mixed in June, as developed markets fell on rising political uncertainty while emerging markets were up for the month. Solid fundamentals and an improving economic backdrop helped support returns in June.
Economic Release Snapshot: Hiring Slows in June
Each week, we break down the latest U.S. economic reports, including what the results mean for the overall health of the economy. Here, you will find how economists’ forecasts compare with actual results, key takeaways to consider, as well as a list of what’s on tap for the week ahead.
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