AI Shakes Up Markets in 2024 First Quarter; Investors Assess Strategies Amid Fed Uncertainty for Rest of Year
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Artificial intelligence (AI) drove major market movements in Q1 2024, benefiting some companies while challenging others unprepared for disruption. Future earnings reports will validate strategies.
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While AI gains led in Q1, signs show Q2 and Q3 may also hold big surprises for investors in 2024.
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As Q2 2024 begins, investors are assessing strategies amid concerns like inflation, interest rates, valuations, concentration risk, geopolitics.
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The Fed's interest rate decisions loom large, with markets expecting cuts while economic uncertainty leaves room for deviation.
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Investors should mitigate risks by diversifying, targeting sectors, actively managing portfolios, and monitoring indicators.