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After a strong rally in the first half of the year, stocks appear to be headed into the second half with a powerful tailwind and an even brighter outlook. While the risks of a stumble remain ever present, healthy consumer spending and robust corporate earnings underpin an optimistic view at the midpoint of 2024.