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Oppenheimer sets Wall Street's highest S&P 500 price target as it eyes 17% upside for stocks in 2025


Published on 2024-12-11 20:01:06 - Business Insider
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  • Oppenheimer sees the S&P 500 climbing to 7,100 by the end of next year, vaulting past predictions from other top forecasters.

The article from Business Insider discusses Oppenheimer's optimistic outlook for the stock market in 2024, predicting that the S&P 500 could reach 5,200 by the end of the year, representing a 12% increase from its current level. This bullish forecast is driven by several factors including the potential for AI to significantly boost productivity and economic growth, a belief that the Federal Reserve will manage a soft economic landing, and expectations of continued earnings growth. Oppenheimer's chief investment strategist, John Stoltzfus, highlights the transformative impact of AI across various sectors, suggesting that AI could lead to a productivity surge similar to historical technological revolutions. Additionally, the article notes that despite concerns like inflation and geopolitical tensions, the market's resilience and the positive momentum from AI advancements are seen as strong counterbalances.

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