Market Outlook - JP Morgan suggests S&P 500 could surpass 8,000 next year if the Fed eases further due to improving inflation dynamics [2] - The base case is S&P 500 reaching 7,500, driven by one more Fed easing and a prolonged pause [3] - A stronger-than-expected economy, even with Fed rate cuts, should prime the market to perform well [3][4] Sector Analysis - The AI trade is undergoing a digestion period, but broadening out is expected tactically in Q1 [6] - Low-end consumer segments, such as cruise lines, restaurants, and the Las Vegas strip, could see a tactical lift [8][9] - For the medium-term (2026), AI remains central, benefiting big tech hyperscalers, utilities, big banks, and certain parts of healthcare like pharma [10] Risks - The biggest risk is the Fed closing the door to future easing earlier than expected, which could negatively impact markets and the broadening out trade [10][11] - The energy sector is becoming increasingly decoupled from weakening oil prices and is expected to be under downward pressure [11] - Pockets of staples, parts of industrials, and financials outside of banks may not fare well [11]

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Report Overview - The report is a recurring "Quarterly Sector and Investment Research Update" [1] - It includes insights from Denise Chisholm, Director of Quantitative Market Strategy [1] - The report provides a view of the current state of the markets [1] Engagement Channels - Fidelity encourages questions and comments on the report [1] - Fidelity promotes its YouTube channel for more videos [1] - Fidelity promotes its presence on various social media platforms including Reddit, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and Discord [1] Regulatory Information - Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC is a member of NYSE and SIPC [1] - The address of Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC is 900 Salem Street, Smithfield, RI 02917 [1] - The document number is 121443120 [1]