From Dow Jones & Company:

The U.S. stocks are expected to finish the year up by 5%-10% for three main reasons: recession seems less likely, inflation is expected to contract, and cautious investors are anticipated to enter the market. Despite ongoing predictions of market-tanking disasters, this look at five major fears highlights why the market naysayers will be proven wrong. Despite concerns over recession triggers, consumer spending, inflation, bullish investor sentiment, and oil prices, analysts still predict a positive outlook for the market. Therefore, it makes sense to stay in stocks and invest in selected sectors and small-cap names.



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