As of December 24, 2025, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) stands not only as the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment but as a primary barometer for the health of the global economy. Often referred to as a "bellwether," Caterpillar’s performance signals shifts in infrastructure spending, commodity demand, and energy needs across six continents. [...]
As the final bells ring across the New York Stock Exchange today, December 31, 2025, investors are looking at a market that has done the unthinkable. Despite a year defined by the most aggressive trade protectionism in nearly a century and a geopolitical landscape that felt perpetually on the brink
The S&P 500 index concluded 2025 on a high note, closing the final trading session of the year at 6,896.24. This performance marks a remarkable 19% annual gain, securing a rare "triple-peat" of double-digit returns for the third consecutive year—a feat not seen since the dot-com
As the final trading days of 2025 wind down, Bernstein has signaled a major shift in the industrial landscape, significantly raising its price target for Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT). Analyst Chad Dillard increased the firm's target to $630 from a previous $557, a move that underscores a growing conviction that
As 2025 draws to a close, the global financial landscape is being reshaped by a rare convergence of seismic geopolitical shifts and a fundamental recalibration of U.S. monetary policy. The final week of December has seen investor sentiment swing between euphoria and caution as the prospect of a definitive
The S&P 500 (INDEXSP: .INX) is locked in a high-stakes technical tug-of-war this Tuesday, December 30, 2025, as it attempts to stave off its first three-day losing streak in over a month. After reaching a historic peak of 6,932.05 on Christmas Eve, the benchmark index has spent
As the final trading days of 2025 wind down, a stark divergence has emerged in the American financial landscape. While the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite has spent the fourth quarter grappling with "AI fatigue" and a cooling of the semiconductor frenzy, the Dow Jones Industrial Average has stood as a bastion
In a significant move that has captured the attention of Wall Street, Argus Research analyst John Eade has officially upgraded BHP Group (NYSE: BHP) from "Hold" to "Buy," setting a bullish price target of $68. The upgrade, announced on December 30, 2025, reflects a growing confidence in the global mining
As the final trading days of 2025 unfold, the "AI-at-any-cost" mantra that propelled the markets for nearly three years has hit a formidable wall. A collective retreat by the tech megacaps, colloquially known as the "Magnificent Seven," has sent ripples through the major U.S. indices, turning what was once
As the final trading days of 2025 unfold, a wave of profit-taking has swept through the technology sector, pulling the S&P 500 back from historic highs reached just before the holiday break. After a year defined by the relentless ascent of artificial intelligence and a surprising resilience in consumer
As the final trading days of 2025 draw to a close, a profound shift is recalibrating the landscape of Wall Street. The "Magnificent 7" dominance that defined the market for nearly three years is facing its sternest test yet, as institutional capital flows out of high-flying technology names and into
As the final trading week of 2025 begins, a striking "Great Divergence" has emerged on Wall Street, defining the closing chapters of the year’s market narrative. On this Monday, December 29, 2025, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) continues to hover near its recent all-time highs, showcasing the resilience
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (NYSE: DJI) retreated from its historic peaks on Monday, December 29, 2025, as investors began the holiday-shortened final week of the year with a bout of profit-taking. After a blistering rally that saw the blue-chip index climb approximately 15% year-to-date, the market’s momentum cooled
As the final bells of 2025 ring across the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) stands at a historic crossroads. After a year defined by a resilient "soft landing" and a strategic rotation into "old economy" value stocks, the 30-stock benchmark is hovering
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is concluding 2025 on a note of resilient stability, navigating the traditional "Santa Claus Rally" with a mixture of record-breaking peaks and strategic consolidation. After reaching a historic all-time high on Christmas Eve, the index saw a minor retreat in the December 26 session
As of December 26, 2025, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is hovering at the edge of history, wavering just below the psychological bastion of 49,000. Following a holiday-shortened week that saw the index reach a record closing high of 48,731.81 on Christmas Eve, investors are witnessing a
The S&P 500 index climbed to a fresh all-time high on Friday, December 26, 2025, as Wall Street extended its post-holiday momentum into what is traditionally known as the "Santa Claus Rally." Buoyed by a combination of resilient economic data and cooling inflation figures, the benchmark index reached a
Date: December 16, 2025 1. Introduction Larsen & Toubro Limited (NSE: LT) stands as a prominent Indian multinational conglomerate with a diversified portfolio spanning numerous high-impact sectors. As of December 16, 2025, the company remains highly relevant and is in significant focus due to its robust financial performance, strategic expansion into future-growth areas, strong order [...]
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) has shattered previous records, closing at an unprecedented 48,731.16 on December 24, 2025. This historic milestone marks a significant psychological and financial turning point for the market, representing a 14.5% gain for the year. The surge, fueled by a year-end "Santa
The S&P 500 index has concluded 2025 on a historic high, defying early-year skepticism and navigating significant geopolitical shifts to reach unprecedented levels. As of the final full week of trading in December, the benchmark index breached the psychological barrier of 6,900, closing at a record 6,932.
2025 has been an above-average year for stocks. And over 300 publicly traded companies have increased in value by 100% or more. This has our team asking the question: Which of these upward moves are legit and which could be doomed to revert back in 2026?
