S&P 500
Santa Claus Rally 2025: S&P 500 Defies Volatility to Close Near Record Highs on Institutional Resilience
As the sun sets on a tumultuous yet transformative 2025, the financial markets are entering their final trading sessions with a sense of quiet confidence. As of December 22, 2025, the S&P 500 (NYSE: SPY) is navigating the traditional "Santa Claus Rally" period with characteristic low