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Market Volatility

Market Breather: Benchmarks Pause Record-Breaking Year as Volatility Signals Year-End Reset

As the final trading days of 2025 approach, the relentless momentum that propelled major U.S. indices to historic heights has entered a period of measured consolidation. After a year defined by the "AI-acceleration" trade and a late-season pivot by the Federal Reserve, the S&P 500

NASDAQ

The Ghost of 6,000: One Year Since the Nasdaq’s Historic 2024 AI Fever Peak

The final month of 2024 began with a surge of optimism that few analysts had predicted. On December 4, 2024, the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQ: IXIC) rallied to a then-record 19,735.12, while the S&P 500 (NYSE: SPX) peaked at 6,086.49. This early-month euphoria was driven

Stock Market

Year-End Rally on a Knife's Edge: Market Braces for Volatility Amidst Mixed Signals

As 2025 draws to a close, the global stock market finds itself at a critical juncture, with investors grappling with a complex interplay of cautious optimism and significant apprehension. The prospect of a traditional year-end rally hangs in the balance, challenged by moderating economic growth, persistent inflation concerns, and a