[Analyst: Three Key Factors Support Year-End Rally for S&P 500 Index, Expected to Reach 7,000 Points] According to a report by Golden Finance, Citadel Securities analyst Scott Rubner stated that the recent 'healthy' pullback of the S&P 500 Index has laid the groundwork for a strong rebound, with market positioning and seasonal trends likely to drive the year-end rally. In a report to clients, Rubner highlighted several bullish forces, including: ① Continued demand from retail traders; ② Institutional investors reducing their exposure to U.S. equities ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, giving them more room to rebuild positions now; ③ Strong performance from Nvidia Corporation, which may prompt traders to quickly close hedges and rebuild positions before the end of the year. He expects the S&P 500 Index to push toward 7,000 points by year-end, representing a 5.4% increase from Wednesday's closing price. Rubner also noted that seasonal factors favor the stock market, with data dating back to 1928 showing that the S&P 500 Index typically rises by about 4% from now until the end of the year. Rubner further pointed out a key group he is monitoring: systematic investors. These funds mechanically adjust their exposure based on price trends and volatility, and they have 'clearly entered a de-risking phase,' reducing their stock holdings during the recent weakness. According to Rubner, these mechanical outflows may remain heavy in the coming days before completely dissipating.