2024 was a standout year for equity investors, driven by various economic factors and regional developments. The artificial intelligence boom further fueled a second consecutive year of significant gains for Big Tech stocks, helping lift the broader market. In this analysis, I’ll first cover the performance of U.S. equities, focusing on the gains in the Nasdaq Composite Index and other major indices. Next, I’ll highlight the strong performance of European equities, particularly Germany’s DAX index, and the challenges faced by France’s CAC 40. I’ll also examine the exceptional growth in Asia-Pacific markets, with a focus on Taiwan’s Taiex index and Japan’s Nikkei 225, as well as the performance of Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index, China’s Shanghai Composite Index and Korea’s Kospi. Finally, I’ll explore the gains in Arab markets, especially in Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and the surge in Lebanese stocks that is driven by hopes for reforms.
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