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Eight Issues Could Undermine The 2025 U.S. Stock Market


Published on 2024-12-29 10:01:07 - Forbes
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  • The issues facing the U.S. are fundamental, well beyond those that the stock market typically deals with. However, the stock market's behavior eventually reflects those fundamental issues and affects investor temperament. Therefore, the stock market's happy 2024 end could run into a serious downside adjustment beginning in early 2025.

The article by John Tobey on Forbes outlines eight potential issues that could undermine the U.S. stock market in 2025. These include: 1) Economic Slowdown - a potential recession or economic slowdown could negatively impact corporate earnings and stock prices; 2) Interest Rates - rising interest rates might increase borrowing costs, affecting both consumer spending and corporate profits; 3) Inflation - persistent high inflation could lead to tighter monetary policy, reducing consumer purchasing power; 4) Geopolitical Risks - ongoing or new geopolitical tensions could disrupt global trade and increase market volatility; 5) Corporate Earnings - if companies fail to meet earnings expectations, stock valuations could suffer; 6) Regulatory Changes - new regulations or changes in policy could affect specific industries or the market as a whole; 7) Technological Disruption - rapid technological changes might render some companies obsolete or disrupt traditional business models; and 8) Market Sentiment - shifts in investor sentiment driven by any of these factors could lead to significant market corrections. Tobey emphasizes the importance of investors being aware of these risks to better navigate potential market downturns.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/johntobey/2024/12/28/eight-issues-could-undermine-the-2025-us-stock-market/ ]