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Energy and tech lead US stock gains in 2024, boosted by Iran conflict and AI optimism.

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09 Sep 2026
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Energy and tech lead US stock gains in 2024, boosted by Iran conflict and AI optimism.

In 2024, the US stock market's strong performance is driven primarily by energy and technology sectors. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF has returned 12.9% year-to-date, outperforming most sectors. Energy stocks benefit from ongoing tensions related to the Iran conflict, while technology stocks gain momentum from optimism around artificial intelligence advancements. These factors are key to the market's current upward trend and investor interest.

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