The 2024 presidential election is the 60th quadrennial U.S. presidential contest, scheduled for November 5, 2024. It will decide the nation's leadership for the next four years, shaping domestic policy, economic priorities, and foreign relations. Major political parties, including the Democrats and Republicans, are fielding candidates, and the race is closely watched by investors, policymakers, and global observers due to its potential impact on markets and geopolitical dynamics.