📈 Q4 2024 U.S. Stock Market Performance: Top Gainers and Decliners

In Q4 2024, U.S. stock market performance showcased sharp contrasts. The top 10 stocks soared by 9.5%, far surpassing the S&P 500’s 2.6% gain and the broader market’s 2.5% increase. Tesla led the charge with a remarkable 55.3% rise, followed by Broadcom (+34.4%), Amazon (+17.7%), and Alphabet (+13.9%). Meanwhile, the remaining S&P 500 stocks underperformed, posting a combined decline of -1.3%, while the broader market outside the top 10 fell by -0.8%. Decliners included Microsoft (-2.0%) and Eli Lilly (-12.9%).