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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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Kremlin Silent on US Peace Plan Proposals for Ukraine

Despite the ongoing peace talks, the bombing of Ukraine has continued with increased intensity

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been briefed on proposals from the United States aimed at advancing a peace plan for Ukraine. According to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, Moscow has received the proposals but will not disclose its reaction at this stage.

The refusal to comment underscores Russia’s cautious approach to diplomatic initiatives surrounding the ongoing conflict. While Washington has sought to explore avenues for negotiations, the Kremlin’s silence suggests it is weighing the implications before making any public stance.

Analysts note that the lack of response may reflect Moscow’s desire to maintain strategic ambiguity, leaving open the possibility of future talks while avoiding commitments that could limit its options.


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