Gold Futures Touch $4,579: The 54th Record High of 2025
Gold futures reached $4,579.60 per ounce on December 27, marking the 54th record close of 2025. The precious metal is up 70% year-to-date, its best performance since 1979.
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Target Jumps 6% as Activist Investor Toms Capital Takes Major Stake
Target shares jumped 6.7% after reports that activist hedge fund Toms Capital Investment Management took a significant stake. The retailer has lost 27% of its value in 2025.
S&P 500 Flirts With 7,000 as Holiday Trading Keeps Santa Rally Alive
The S&P 500 traded within 1% of the 7,000 milestone on December 27, 2025 as thin holiday trading kept the Santa Claus rally intact. Year-to-date gains stand at 18%.
Platinum Surges to Record High as Precious Metals Rally Continues
Platinum joined gold and silver at record highs on December 26, up 170% for 2025. The rally reflects industrial demand from clean energy and safe-haven buying.
Year-End Portfolio Checkup: What 2025's Winners and Losers Mean for 2026
With days left in 2025, review the year's biggest winners (gold, Nvidia, small caps) and losers (Nike, Oracle) to position your portfolio for 2026.
Bitcoin Reclaims $89,000 as Strategy CEO Says Fundamentals 'Couldn't Be Better'
Bitcoin recovered above $89,000 on December 26 despite 'extreme fear' in the market. Strategy CEO Phong Le says Bitcoin fundamentals 'couldn't be better' heading into 2026.
Fed's Hammack Signals Rates On Hold 'For Months': What It Means for Your Portfolio
Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack signaled that interest rates could remain unchanged 'for months.' The hawkish message reinforces expectations for a slow pace of cuts in 2026.
Gold Surges Past $4,530 as Silver Smashes Through $75 for First Time
Gold hit a record $4,530 per ounce while silver broke through $75 for the first time ever on December 26. Platinum also reached all-time highs in the precious metals surge.
Treasury Yields Hold Near 4.15% as Bond Market Awaits Year-End
The 10-year Treasury yield holds near 4.15% as markets digest strong GDP data and Fed rate outlook. Heavy auction schedule tests demand this week.
Wall Street's 2026 Forecast: S&P 500 Could Hit 8,000
Wall Street strategists predict the S&P 500 could reach 7,629-8,100 by end of 2026. AI investment and earnings growth are expected to drive another strong year.
Gold Hits $4,469: The Yellow Metal's Best Year Since 1979
Gold futures hit $4,469 per ounce, up nearly 70% for 2025. Geopolitical tensions, Fed rate cuts, and dollar weakness are driving the historic rally.
European Banks Post Best Year on Record: Up 76% and Counting
European bank stocks have delivered their strongest year on record, with the EURO STOXX Banks Index up 76%. Société Générale and Commerzbank lead the surge.