US large caps posted their best year-to-date rally through the third quarter since 1997, and corporate earnings continue to rise. [1] Returns for most sectors were stellar through September, with both value and growth having their respective times in the sun. The days are getting shorter, though, and all eyes are now on how the year will wrap up. Geopolitical tensions are back in the headlines, the US election looms, and uncertainty about the jobs market are just a few risks. There's a full docket of investor conferences before we close the books on 2024.

Source: CNN October 07, 2024 15:13 UTC