Why These Market Forecasters Expect Stocks To End the Year at Record Highs
1. Deutsche Bank raised S&P 500 year-end target to 6,550, suggesting 10% upside. 2. Investor positioning is neutral, assumes modest tariff impact on earnings. 3. Corporate demand may reduce stock supply; $1.1 trillion forecasted in buybacks. 4. Earnings per share estimates increased to $267 from $240 due to improved outlook. 5. Optimism remains regarding tariff negotiations between the U.S. and China.