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S&P 500 Forecasts 7.3% Earnings Boost Amid Inflation Easing
1/13/2025
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Story summary
- S&P 500 companies anticipate a 7.3% earnings increase for Q4, marking the second-highest forecast in three years.
- Technology and health care sectors may experience double-digit profit growth, while energy could see a 30% decline.
- Analysts forecast operating margins nearing 16% as inflation shows signs of easing.
- European earnings expectations remain low amid economic challenges and potential US tariffs.
