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title: First Quarter 2012 Performance Commentary
description: The stock market surged once again in the first quarter, gaining nearly 13%.  Including the fourth quarter’s 12% gain, the S&P 500 has now increased 26% in
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# First Quarter 2012 Performance Commentary

 Apr 3, 2012 12:00:00 AM   /  Admin

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The stock market surged once again in the first quarter, gaining nearly 13%.  Including the fourth quarter’s 12% gain, the S&P 500 has now increased 26% in the last six months, a blistering pace which has many wondering how long it can continue. For details on our firm’s performance results, our investment outlook, and related disclosures, please read the attached  [Performance Review](https://broadleafpartners.com/hubfs/Broadleaf-Q1-2012-2.pdf).

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