Financial Firms Track Midterm Election Impact on U.S. Stock Market Returns
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How it started
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What happened
Major financial firms are observing the impact of midterm elections on U.S. stock market performance. Historical analysis shows that in the 12 months before midterm elections, U.S. stocks averaged a 2.9% return, compared to 8.9% across all years. Conversely, returns averaged 12.4% in the 12 months following the election.
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Why it matters
Midterm elections determine control of Congress, which dictates which laws pass and which presidential proposals advance. Historically, the president's party tends to lose seats, making the election a referendum on the president.
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How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- U.S. Bancorp analyzed the impact of elections on financial markets.Sub-event
JPMorgan links political outcomes to S&P 500 movement, noting Republican sweep could increase pressure on Iran.1 source
Major financial firms are observing the impact of midterm elections on U.S. stock market performance.1 source