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Wall Street Holds Steady as S&P 500 Hits Record Ahead of Christmas Break

Market Snapshot – December 24, 2025 Dow Jones Futures: Flat at 48,735 points S&P 500 Futures: Near 6,957 points, little changed after Tuesday’s record close Nasdaq 100 Futures: Slight dip of 0.1% to 25,796.5 points S&P 500 Index: Closed Tuesday at 6,909, its latest all-time high Key Drivers Robust economic growth continues to fuel investor optimism. Seasonal “Santa Claus rally” has lifted stocks for four consecutive sessions. Markets will close early today at 1 p.m. EST and remain shut tomorrow for Christmas Day. Traders remain cautious about inflation and potential Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026. Quick Take Wall Street enters the holiday season on a high note, with the S&P 500 near the 7,000 mark and futures showing little movement. The shortened trading session means liquidity will be thin, amplifying small moves. Still, the overall tone remains upbeat, with investors betting that the year-end rally will carry into the final days of 2025.

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Israeli Military Operation in Jenin: Six Dead, Dozens Wounded

In a significant escalation of tensions, a major Israeli military operation in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin has resulted in the deaths of at least six individuals and left dozens wounded, according to Palestinian health officials. The operation, which began on Tuesday, was described by the Israeli military as a "significant and broad military operation" targeting Palestinian militants.

The city of Jenin has been a focal point of repeated Israeli incursions and gun battles with militants over the years. This latest operation comes just days into a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, which is intended to last for six weeks and includes the release of hostages and prisoners.

The Palestinian Health Ministry reported that more than 800 people have been killed in Israeli raids in the West Bank since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war. The operation has drawn condemnation from Hamas and other militant groups, who have called for increased resistance against Israeli forces.

The situation remains volatile, with ongoing violence and a complex political landscape. The international community continues to monitor the developments closely, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.







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