Core Viewpoint - Despite challenges such as inflation risks and a weak employment outlook, the U.S. stock market is expected to finish the year on a positive note, with a majority of investors anticipating further gains in the S&P 500 index by 2025 [1] Group 1: Market Sentiment - A survey conducted from September 5 to 10 revealed that two-thirds of the 116 respondents believe the S&P 500 index will continue to rise by 2025 [1] - Most respondents expect signals of further interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve before the end of the year to drive the S&P 500 index higher [1] Group 2: Economic Concerns - Despite the optimistic outlook for the stock market, economic concerns remain prevalent, with less than one-fifth of respondents viewing a rebound in economic data as a catalyst for stock market gains [1] - Among the bearish investors, the prospect of stagflation in the U.S. is seen as a greater risk than declines in technology stocks or potential tariff increases by Trump [1]