“Don’t Delay, Don’t Miss Out – 2024 Year in Review [Podcast]”

### If You Wait, You Miss Out – A Reflection on 2024 [Podcast Summary]

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Wondering how the markets behaved in 2024? Let’s explore the key takeaways: standout performances, leading sectors, successful stocks, underperformers, significant trends, and the notable “noise” that influenced the year.

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### Key Points Covered

Here’s what you will discover in the latest 2024 recap:

– **2024’s Core Message:** “Wait and you’ll lose.” The market dynamics favored investors who actively participated.
– **Macroeconomic Factors:** Major shifts in the market spurred by macroeconomic trends like interest rate changes. Which had the most significant effects?
– **Trump’s Reelection:** With Trump back in office, did this stir the markets, or was it simply a background factor?
– **Canada’s Financial State:** Despite ongoing recession alerts, Canada’s economy appears to be in a vulnerable position. What’s fueling this concern?
– **Leading Sectors and Stocks:** Tech was anticipated to lead the 2024 market upswing—did it meet expectations? Meanwhile, Canadian energy stocks became prominent achievers!
– **Underperforming Sectors:** Areas like REITs, Materials, and Healthcare struggled. What led to their lackluster performance?
– **Stock-Specific Challenges:** Companies such as BCE, Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp (AQN), and Intel (INTC) faced hurdles. Were these issues confined to specific sectors or indicative of a broader trend?
– **Sector Evolutions:** The communication services sector underwent a significant transformation. While telecom firms confronted challenges, major entities like Meta and Alphabet prospered.
– **Looking Forward to 2025:** Mike shares his choices for 2025: PepsiCo (PEP), Telus (T.TO), and Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD.TO).

### Explore Further

Want to deepen your knowledge? Check out these additional resources:

– Acquired’s in-depth podcast episode on META.
– Watch Mike’s comprehensive analysis of his portfolio performance over the years.
– Read Mike’s reflections on BCE: BCE is Dead to Me – August Dividend Income Report.

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