Can you believe it’s already the end of 2024? What a year it’s been! In this episode of Market MakeHer, Jess and I look back at all the major events that shaped the stock market this year. From the AI led rally to the Fed finally cutting rates, we’re breaking it all down.

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Here’s what we’re covering:

• How interest rates, inflation, and unemployment shaped the economy.
• The AI narrative and why big tech couldn’t carry the market alone.
• The best- and worst-performing sectors of the year (spoiler: Energy did not have its moment).
• Why Fed policy was behind most of the year’s biggest market moves.

This is your ultimate highlight reel of 2024—perfect for anyone who wants to feel smarter about the market and ready to tackle 2025. Whether you’re a beginner like me or a market pro like Jess, we’ve got you covered.

🎙 Episodes Referenced: 

• ⁠26. Stock Market Update: Earnings Report Card⁠
• ⁠45: What is Market Breadth?⁠
• ⁠47. The Recipe for a Market Sell-Off⁠
• ⁠51. What is the Business Cycle?⁠ 
• ⁠53. The Fed Cut Interest Rates: Prepare for Landing⁠
• ⁠54. How to Find Sector Investing Opportunities⁠
• ⁠59. What is P/E Ratio and Stock Valuation?⁠ 
• ⁠67. Year-End Personal Finance Tips⁠

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