U.S. stocks remain at record levels in calm trading following the Christmas holiday
Market Overview Stocks remained largely unchanged on Friday as investors came back from the Christmas holiday. This day falls within the traditional seven-day Santa Claus Rally, a time known for strong stock performance from late December into early January, although trading activity is typically low. As of midday ET, the S&P 500 was down by […]
Yen declines in light trading as traders remain cautious about intervention risks
Yen Weakens Despite Interest Rate Hike NEW YORK, Dec 26 – The Japanese yen saw a decline against the dollar on Friday, as investors remained cautious about potential intervention to strengthen the currency. Meanwhile, the dollar edged up slightly against the euro, but trading was thin. Even after the Bank of Japan’s recent interest rate […]
Palantir (PLTR) Stock Today: Shares Decline in Light Post-Christmas Trading as Navy “ShipOS” Agreement and AI Data Center Efforts Highlight 2026
Market Update: Palantir Technologies on the Last Trading Day of 2025 NEW YORK — December 26, 2025, 3:10 PM ET. As the year winds down, Wall Street seems to embody a half-hearted vibe. Sure, transactions are happening, but it feels like the energy is low-key. Investors are zeroing in on interest rate expectations, getting ready […]
Pelosi viewed as being on the unfavorable side of the congressional stock trading discussion.
Pelosi’s Stock Trading Controversy May Mark Her Legacy The New York Times published a critique of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Monday, suggesting that her views on Congressional stock trading could tarnish her legacy with a notable asterisk. Pelosi, who plans to retire in 2027 after four decades in Congress, is recognized as […]
Nasdaq seeks approval for 23-hour extended trading to satisfy crypto demands
Nasdaq Proposes Extended Trading Hours Nasdaq is looking to create a nearly round-the-clock trading schedule to align with the increasingly global financial market dynamics and investor behaviors. The provided documentation suggests a collaboration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Under the new proposal, trading for stocks and exchange-traded products (ETPs) would extend from […]
ICE Will Broaden Europe’s Gas Futures Trading Due to Rising U.S. LNG Demand
ICE Plans to Extend Trading Hours Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) has announced its upcoming strategy to extend trading hours. This move aims to sync European gas and electricity futures with the 22-hour trading periods of the US Henry Hub and JKM (Japan Korea Marker) markets. The idea is to enhance trade flows among Europe, the US, […]
Exploring the $12 billion proprietary trading sector that captivates Gen Z and millennial investors
The Rise of Prop Trading Among Young Investors Ricky Saldana, a 29-year-old trader from New York, first came across mentions of prop trading in 2021. A connection shared insights that felt almost clandestine: a small fee paid to a prop firm could lead to thousands of dollars in trading capital, potentially doubling a trader’s profits […]
Dodgers open to trading Tyler Glasnow in a surprising MLB offseason move
The Dodgers might be looking to solidify their rotation and manage their payroll, as whispers are circulating that the AL Cy Young Award winner could be heading elsewhere. This offseason, Los Angeles has engaged in trade discussions regarding veteran pitcher Tyler Glasnow, and they seem open to the idea of letting him go, as reported […]
What is Causing Bitcoin Trading to Fall Today?
Bitcoin Prices Drop Post-Fed Rate Cut Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency by market capitalization, experienced a decline following the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut overnight. This downturn likely stems from the Fed’s communication, which appears to have dampened traders’ expectations for any future rate easing. On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve reduced its policy rate by 25 […]
Key stock updates for Thursday: Anticipated market influences for the upcoming trading day
Market Update: Stocks React to Fed Decisions and Earnings Reports Stocks had a significant rise after the Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut rates by a quarter point. This move, although split among the members, indicated a lack of immediate intention for further rate cuts. The Russell 2000 reached new intraday highs, while both the […]