The S&P 500 closed 2024 with a 23.3% increase, marking consecutive years of over 20% growth, propelled by major tech stocks like Nvidia and Palantir. Despite a December downturn linked to rising Treasury yields and concerns around fiscal policy changes, analysts express confidence in market resilience. Economic indicators suggest strong earnings and consumer spending will support stocks in 2025, although potential political turmoil and proposed tariff hikes by President-elect Trump raise concerns. The broader market remains optimistic, anticipating deregulation and business-friendly policies.