As of December 24, 2025, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) stands not only as the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment but as a primary barometer for the health of the global economy. Often referred to as a "bellwether," Caterpillar’s performance signals shifts in infrastructure spending, commodity demand, and energy needs across six continents. [...]
As of December 26, 2025, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is hovering at the edge of history, wavering just below the psychological bastion of 49,000. Following a holiday-shortened week that saw the index reach a record closing high of 48,731.81 on Christmas Eve, investors are witnessing a
The S&P 500 index climbed to a fresh all-time high on Friday, December 26, 2025, as Wall Street extended its post-holiday momentum into what is traditionally known as the "Santa Claus Rally." Buoyed by a combination of resilient economic data and cooling inflation figures, the benchmark index reached a
Date: December 16, 2025 1. Introduction Larsen & Toubro Limited (NSE: LT) stands as a prominent Indian multinational conglomerate with a diversified portfolio spanning numerous high-impact sectors. As of December 16, 2025, the company remains highly relevant and is in significant focus due to its robust financial performance, strategic expansion into future-growth areas, strong order [...]
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) has shattered previous records, closing at an unprecedented 48,731.16 on December 24, 2025. This historic milestone marks a significant psychological and financial turning point for the market, representing a 14.5% gain for the year. The surge, fueled by a year-end "Santa
The S&P 500 index has concluded 2025 on a historic high, defying early-year skepticism and navigating significant geopolitical shifts to reach unprecedented levels. As of the final full week of trading in December, the benchmark index breached the psychological barrier of 6,900, closing at a record 6,932.
2025 has been an above-average year for stocks. And over 300 publicly traded companies have increased in value by 100% or more. This has our team asking the question: Which of these upward moves are legit and which could be doomed to revert back in 2026?
As the final opening bell of 2025 echoes through the canyons of Lower Manhattan, investors are celebrating a year that defied the skeptics and redefined the boundaries of the American bull market. On December 24, 2025, the S&P 500 (NYSE: ^GSPC) notched a fresh all-time high, closing at 6,
As the holiday season of 2025 draws to a close, the U.S. equity markets are delivering a gift to investors that few predicted during the volatile spring. The S&P 500 (INDEXSP: .INX) and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (INDEXDJX: .DJI) are currently hovering just below record highs, capping
The Federal Reserve concluded its final meeting of 2025 on December 10 with a decision that left Wall Street both relieved and on edge. By implementing a 25-basis-point reduction, bringing the federal funds rate to a target range of 3.5%–3.75%, the central bank delivered its third consecutive
Caterpillar Inc. is experiencing a significant stock rally driven by technical momentum, yet concerns remain about the sustainability of demand and underlying fundamentals as earnings reports approach.
NEW YORK — In a holiday-shortened session that felt more like a victory lap than a typical trading day, the U.S. stock market surged to unprecedented heights this Christmas Eve. The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average both notched all-time closing highs on Wednesday, December 24, 2025,
On December 24, 2025, Deere & Company (NYSE:DE) successfully halted a grueling six-day losing streak, providing a glimmer of hope for investors who have weathered a volatile year for the agricultural machinery giant. The stock’s modest rebound of 0.19%, closing at $467.09, was bolstered by a chorus
In a final burst of holiday cheer, the S&P 500 (INDEXSP:.INX) climbed to a fresh intraday record on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, as investors celebrated a year defined by economic resilience and the transformative power of artificial intelligence. During the shortened Christmas Eve session, which concluded at 1:
As the final week of 2025 unfolds, the U.S. economy appears to have achieved the elusive "soft landing" that economists have debated for years. Despite a tumultuous fourth quarter marked by a historic 43-day government shutdown and the implementation of aggressive new trade policies, the final batch of economic
As 2025 draws to a close, the financial landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. For the better part of three years, the "Magnificent Seven" and the artificial intelligence boom dictated the rhythm of the markets, pushing valuations in the technology sector to historic heights. However, as we stand on the
NEW YORK — In a dramatic conclusion to a year defined by political brinkmanship and economic uncertainty, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released the long-delayed third-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report today, December 23, 2025. The data revealed a staggering 4.3% annualized growth rate, far outstripping the
As the final trading days of 2025 approach, the financial world is witnessing a historic realignment of market leadership. For the first time in over three years, the U.S. Treasury yield curve has returned to a sustained positive slope, ending the longest period of inversion in American history. This
As the calendar turns toward 2026, Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) has released a strikingly optimistic market outlook, positioning the United States for a period of robust growth that defies cooling labor markets. Led by Chief Economist Jan Hatzius and Chief US Equity Strategist David Kostin, the firm’s "Macro Outlook
As the calendar turns toward 2026, Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) has released a highly anticipated market outlook that navigates a narrow path between structural optimism and valuation-driven caution. The firm’s Global Investment Committee (GIC) has officially set a year-end 2026 target of 7,500 for the S&P 500,
As of late December 2025, the global financial markets are grappling with a profound contradiction emanating from Beijing. Despite reporting a record-shattering trade surplus that recently eclipsed the $1 trillion mark, China’s underlying economic data reveals a deepening domestic malaise. This "trade paradox"—characterized by surging exports of high-value
As the calendar turns toward 2026, the American economy stands at a pivotal crossroads, transitioning from the anxiety of a looming "tax cliff" to the adrenaline of a massive fiscal expansion. For much of 2024 and early 2025, investors fretted over the expiration of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs
