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Quarterly Stock Market Commentary for Q1 2024

Quarterly Stock Market Commentary for Q1 2024

May 9, 2024

Every quarter, our portfolio managers and research analysts provide in-depth analysis and insightful stock market commentary, analyzing performance and the latest trends and behaviors impacting the market.

In our Q1 2024 discussion roundup, you’ll find individual recaps of several of our actively managed strategies, all recorded in our podcast, KayneCast. By subscribing to KayneCast, you’ll be automatically notified when future quarterly reviews are made available, ensuring you’ll always stay informed and up to date on our investment strategies.

You can read the full Q1 2024 market review in our provided commentary or revisit our past quarterly market review podcast episodes:

To learn more about KAR’s investment management services, contact our team today.

Q1 2024 Stock Market Recap

In the first quarter, Julie Biel, Chief Market Strategist, highlighted the growing impact of AI on the global economy. Equity markets were influenced by various factors, prompting analysis into performance drivers. Attention was particularly drawn to potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and the importance of the services economy. Market dislocations were noted, especially in AI investments. Looking forward, differences in the presidential candidates’ policies were examined for potential industry impacts beyond 2025, offering potentially valuable insights for investors.

KAR Contributors: Doug Foreman, Ben Falcone

Listen to the full discussion in episode 247 of KayneCast or read the complete Q1 2024 Market Review Summary.

Q1 2024 Strategy Review

Episode 248:Positive Sentiment for Small Caps Spills Over into Q1 2024
KAR Small Cap Core
Contributors: Jon Christensen, Ben Falcone

Episode 249: Anticipated Rate Cut Continues to Fuel Equity Rally
KAR Small Mid Cap Core
Contributors: Julie Kutasov, Ben Falcone

Episode 250:When will Market Broadening Arrive?
KAR Global Dividend Yield
Contributors: Richard Sherry, Ben Falcone

Episode 251: Inflation Stays Stubborn
KAR Small Cap Quality Value
Contributors: Julie Kutasov, Ben Falcone

Episode 252: Magnificent Seven or Fab Four?
KAR Mid Cap Core
Contributors: Jon Christensen, Ben Falcone

Episode 253: The Powell Pivot
KAR Mid Cap Sustainable Growth
Contributors: Chris Armbruster, Ben Falcone

Episode 254: Valuation Matters
KAR International Small Cap
Contributors: Craig Thrasher, Ben Falcone

 

Large-capitalization stocks are represented by the S&P 500® Index which is a market capitalization weighted index which includes 500 of the largest companies in leading industries of the U.S. economy. Growth stocks are represented by the Russell 1000® Growth Index which is a market capitalization-weighted index of growth-oriented stocks of the 1,000 largest companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. Value stocks are represented by the Russell 1000® Value Index which is a market capitalization-weighted index of value-oriented stocks of the 1,000 largest companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. Small-capitalization stocks are represented by the Russell 2000® Index which is a market capitalization-weighted index of the 2,000 smallest companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. The indices are unmanaged, their returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and they are not available for direct investment. This report is based on the assumptions and analysis made and believed to be reasonable by Advisor. However, no assurance can be given that Advisor’s opinions or expectations will be correct. This report is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered a recommendation or solicitation to purchase securities.  Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

 

This information is being provided by Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management, LLC (“KAR”) for illustrative purposes only. Information contained in this material is not intended by KAR to be interpreted as investment advice, a recommendation or solicitation to purchase securities, or a recommendation of a particular course of action and has not been updated since the date of the material, and KAR does not undertake to update the information presented should it change. This information is based on KAR’s opinions at the time of the recording of this material and are subject to change based on market activity. There is no guarantee that any forecasts made will come to pass. KAR makes no warranty as to the accuracy or reliability of the information contained herein. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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