Wall Street's 2026 Predictions: Strategists See S&P 500 at 7,500-8,000
Wall Street strategists predict the S&P 500 could reach 7,500-8,000 by end of 2026, representing 8-15% upside. Key drivers include AI earnings and moderate Fed easing.
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$27 Billion Bitcoin and Ethereum Options Expire: What It Means for Crypto
Around $27 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options expired on December 27, 2025. The massive expiry could reset market dynamics as 2025 trading concludes.
2025's Top Stock Performers: AI Memory Stocks Dominated the Market
The top 5 S&P 500 performers in 2025 were all AI-related memory and storage stocks, led by SanDisk's 587% gain. Here's what drove the rally and what it means for 2026.
SpaceX Confirms 2026 IPO: Targeting $1.5 Trillion Valuation
SpaceX confirmed plans for a 2026 IPO targeting a $1.5 trillion valuation. The offering could raise over $30 billion—the largest IPO in history—to fund AI data centers in space.
Silver Smashes Through $77: On Pace for Best Year Since 1979
Silver broke through $77 per ounce on December 27, 2025, marking a 167% year-to-date gain. The rally reflects supply deficits, industrial demand, and its new status as a U.S. critical mineral.
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.
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.