MARKET RECAP

Yesterday: Stocks dipped on the final trading day of 2024, with the S&P 500 down 0.4% and tech lagging while energy outperformed. Bond yields ticked higher and oil rose over 1%, closing out a year where markets gained 23%. Analysts expect continued strength in 2025, fueled by resilient housing and solid bond returns.

On Our Radar: Later this morning, analysts will pour over construction spending data. On Friday, investors will have access to ISM manufacturing and auto sales reports.

TOP STORY

S&P 500 Ends 2024 23% Higher, Experts See Double-Digit Growth For 2025

The S&P 500 capped off 2024 with a 23.5% surge, fueled by booming profits and relentless AI momentum.

Here’s how experts predict more gains in 2025 — and where investors can find the biggest opportunities.

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Awareness Group Spurs Solar Adoption With Two New Financing Options

The Awareness Group (TAG), (OTC: FHLD), the solar energy services and financing solutions company, is trailblazing in the industry and its paying off. 

Since launching a Non-FICO leasing option in July, TAG says it signed 475 solar projects, representing a total contract value of $36.9 million. The projects have generated $28.8 million in TAG-owned notes and $13.6 million in investment tax credits TAG owns, both of which can be monetized to generate cash flow. 

And it’s just getting started. TAG also recently launched a loan with a 30-year term, making solar way more affordable for all sorts of homeowners. If the Non-FICO score product is any indication, a 30-year financing option should be a boon to the company and its members. To learn more about TAG’s novel approach to solar financing, click here.

FIVE ZINGERS

Passive Income: Value investors may have significant opportunities in the new year to passively augment their portfolio. Learn about the intriguing 'Dogs of the Dow' strategy.

Power Up: Following a landmark year in technology, 2025 promises to push the envelope even further. Discover the latest innovations that top juggernauts like Apple and Amazon are cooking.

Meme Supreme: Tesla CEO Elon Musk made waves again, this time changing his identity on X to Kekius Maximus. Here's the impact the move had on the meme coin of the same name.

Street Cred: Legendary investor Warren Buffett has always been a source of wisdom that extends beyond the market. Read his critical piece of advice for anyone seeking a successful business career.

Maxed Out: Personal finance guru Suze Orman urged people ahead of retirement to take advantage of new rules to boost their 401(k) savings. Discover her advice on how to play to catch-up.

ONE FOR THE ROAD

US Money Market Funds Hit Record High Of $6.75 Trillion: Does This Liquid Cash Pile Illustrate Latent Buying Power?

U.S. money market funds have witnessed the highest inflow of all-time reaching a record of $6.75 trillion. While the growth in these funds represents better liquidity, it also means more fuel may be available to add to the market’s fire.

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