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Tom Lee forecasts S&P 500 at 8,400 by year-end on midterm catalyst

Oct 20, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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A credible call for S&P 8,400 by year-end and a clearing midterm could lift IVV, with magnified upside from sector leadership and earnings momentum.

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Fundstrat’s Tom Lee predicts the S&P 500 could reach 8,400 by year-end, citing accelerating earnings and a midterm clearing event. A softer inflation path and easier financial conditions could lift risk assets, meaning IVV would likely trend higher in the near to intermediate term.

Tom Lee forecasts S&P 500 at 8,400 by year-end; midterms as catalyst.
Midterms viewed as clearing event; potential AI/crypto tailwinds post-election.
Earnings growth accelerating; 2027 EPS revisions up >20%.
Valuations compressed; softer inflation readings may let yields normalize.

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