Daily Market Insights - December 31, 2025
Market Snapshot
Dow: 48,063.08 (-303.77, -0.63%)
Nasdaq: 23,242.02 (-177.09, -0.76%)
S&P 500: 6,845.49 (-50.74, -0.74%)
Volume: NYSE Adv 698 / Dec 2035 / Vol 967.16 mln | Nasdaq Adv 1555 / Dec 3213 / Vol 5.92 bln
Market Overview
The stock market concluded 2025 on a subdued note, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and DJIA all experiencing declines. The session was characterized by low trading volume and a lack of significant catalysts, leading to a broad retreat across all sectors.
Sector Performance
All eleven S&P 500 sectors finished lower, with losses ranging from 0.4% in communication services to 1.0% in real estate. The information technology sector was notably weak, with NVIDIA's earlier gains unable to sustain as selling pressure increased.
Key Highlights
- Nike (NKE) was a standout performer, gaining 4.12% after CEO Elliot Hill purchased shares.
- The materials sector faced pressure as precious metal prices fell, influenced by margin hikes on futures contracts.
- U.S. Treasuries ended the year modestly lower, with the 10-year note yield rising to 4.17%.
Economic Data
Initial jobless claims decreased unexpectedly to 199,000, indicating a resilient labor market, which may provide some encouragement to investors.
Year-End Summary
Despite the final day's pullback, major indices posted strong gains for the year, with the Nasdaq up 20.4%, S&P 500 up 16.4%, and DJIA up 13.0%.