Santa Claus rally is nowhere in sight

Piper Sandler analysts note the Santa Claus rally is unlikely as U.S. stocks decline due to Federal Reserve actions and rising yields, despite intact market uptrends.

Trump 2.0 is a ‘recipe for volatility’ in 2025, says Piper

Piper Sandler warns that Trump's return to presidency may cause market volatility in 2025, likening it to Reagan's challenges with inflation and fiscal uncertainty.

U.S. stocks higher at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average up 1.18%

Santa Claus rally still in store: Analysts

Analysts expect a bullish Santa Claus rally following the DJIA's longest losing streak since 1974, with historical trends suggesting significant recoveries after similar market conditions.

US stock futures inch lower after hawkish Fed rattles Wall St

U.S. stock futures dip after the Fed signals slower rate cuts; concerns grow over potential government shutdown affecting public services and employment.

Morning Bid: Seeking respite from Fed; PBOC set to hold the line

Asian markets reflect on central bank activities as investors seek calm amid global selloff, with focus on Japan's inflation and China's interest rate decisions on Friday.

U.S. stocks mixed at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average up 0.04%

U.S. stocks showed mixed results with gains in some sectors and losses in others, influenced by notable performers, market breadth, and commodities trading.

Asian stocks slide after Fed flags slower rate cuts, BOJ stands pat

Asian stocks fell as the Fed hinted at slower rate cuts and the BOJ kept rates unchanged, causing fluctuations in currencies and investor anticipation for future rate hikes.

US stock futures steady after Wall St tumbles on prospect of fewer Fed rate cuts

U.S. stock futures steady as Fed cuts rates but projects fewer cuts in 2025; Wall Street slumps, especially in tech, amid profit-taking and lingering inflation concerns.

US stocks rebound after sharp selloff; GDP better than expected

US stocks rose as the Fed suggested a slower pace of easing in 2025, with GDP growth indicated at 3.1%. Micron shares slumped after weak guidance.