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Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Indices: Dow -0.63% | S&P 500 -0.74% | Russell 2000 -0.75% | Nasdaq -0.84%
Sectors: All 11 sectors closed lower. Communications led, but still fell -0.48%.
Tech lagged, dropping -0.99%.
Commodities: Crude Oil fell -0.86% to $57.45 per barrel. Gold fell -1.33% to $4,327 per oz.
Currencies: The US Dollar Index was flat (+0.05%) at $98.26.
Crypto: Bitcoin is currently down -0.82% to $87,675. Ethereum is up +0.25% at $2,977.
Volatility: The Volatility Index rose +4.18% to 14.94.
Interest Rates: The US 10-year Treasury yield rose to 4.163%.
Here are the best charts, articles, and ideas shared on the web today!
Chart of the Day
π Today's Chart of the Day was shared by Steve Deppe (@SJD10304).
- The S&P 500 ($SPX) has drifted lower in all four sessions since the Santa Claus Rally window began, though it remains just -1% below record highs.
- Steve notes that $SPX has retreated into the same three-month range that began in October, raising the risk of a Failed Breakout.
- While the recent damage could easily be repaired with one or two strong bullish candles, the index is vulnerable to further chop and messy price action if it continues to trade below its October peak of 6,900.
The Takeaway: $SPX is in a fragile spot as we enter the new year after slipping below 6,900 and relapsing into a three-month range.
Quote of the Day
βAn optimist stays up until midnight to see the new year in.
A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves.
- Bill Vaughan
Top Links
Buffett Exits Stage Left - Bespoke
Bespoke examines the underperformance in Berkshire Hathaway ($BRK.A) since Warren Buffett announced his retirement.
What Worked in 2025 - Chart Kid Matt
Matt Cerminaro reviews how the leaders and laggards of 2024 performed in 2025.
Patterns Worked Again 2025 - CappThesis
Frank Cappelleri examines the dominant technical patterns that consistently worked in 2025.
Geeking Out On Charts with Chris Kimble and Scott Brown (Ep. 168) - Carson Group
Chris Kimble and Scott Brown join Ryan Detrick to discuss market breadth, sector leadership, and the outlook for next year.
2026 Bull Market Case Builds Despite Volatility, Jeff Hirsch of Hirsch Holdings - CNBC
Jeff Hirsch outlines his bull case for 2026.
