Analysts predict a potential “Santa Claus Rally” for the stock market this year, with Goldman Sachs and Citadel Securities among the believers. Goldman Sachs sees a positive seasonal period ahead, while Citadel Securities notes retail investors are well-positioned to increase market participation. Market volatility has eased, and major indexes are consolidating near record highs, increasing the likelihood of a year-end rally. The Santa rally typically sees the S&P 500 Index gain an average of 1.3% in the last five trading days of the year and the first two of the next year. As of December 19, the S&P 500 Index closed nearly 1% higher at 6,834.50.

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