The stock market faced significant losses last week, with major indexes like the Nasdaq and S&P 500 dropping below key support levels. Nvidia and Tesla stocks fell, while some companies like Delta Air Lines and Meta Platforms showed resilience. Investors are advised to reduce exposure and prepare for potential market rallies, focusing on stocks demonstrating relative strength as earnings season approaches.
Stocks plummeted as the Dow dropped 697 points following a robust jobs report, which heightened inflation expectations and dampened rate-cut hopes. Constellation Energy surged 25.2% after announcing a $26.6 billion acquisition of Calpine, while Walgreens Boots Alliance and Delta Air Lines saw significant stock increases after exceeding earnings expectations.
Major stock indexes fell sharply, with the Dow Jones dropping over 500 points, following a stronger-than-expected December jobs report. The 10-year Treasury yield surged to 4.79%, raising concerns about inflation and rate cuts. Delta Air Lines and Constellation Energy saw significant gains after strong earnings and acquisition news, respectively.
In a remarkable two-year span, the S&P 500 surged 53.19%, driven by the dominance of major tech firms, particularly Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft, which collectively contributed 53% of the index's total return. While large-cap growth funds thrived, traditional diversifiers like bonds and international stocks lagged significantly, highlighting a stark divide in market performance. Amidst ongoing economic uncertainties, investors are encouraged to capitalize on the gains of 2023 and 2024.
U.S. equities rebounded at midday, buoyed by optimism for nuclear energy and Tesla's recovery from disappointing delivery numbers. Vistra, NRG Energy, and Constellation Energy surged due to rising electricity demand for AI data centers, while U.S. Steel shares fell after President Biden blocked Nippon Steel's takeover on national security grounds. Alcohol stocks declined following health warnings about drinking and cancer.
U.S. stock futures are trending higher after a rocky start to 2025, with Nasdaq futures up 0.4% and S&P 500 and Dow futures rising about 0.2%. U.S. Steel shares plummet 8% amid reports that President Biden will block its $14.1 billion merger with Nippon Steel over national security concerns. Tesla's stock edges up after a five-session decline, while Carvana's shares slide 4% following a short seller's report questioning its loan practices. Constellation Energy and Vistra stocks gain on optimism surrounding nuclear power deals and rising electricity demand.
Eight S&P 500 stocks that surged 30% or more in 2024 are projected to gain at least another 20% in 2025, according to analysts. Nvidia, which rose 182% this year, is expected to increase by 23.7%, while Eli Lilly, up 36.6%, is forecasted to gain 23.6%. Other notable performers include Leidos Holdings, Dell Technologies, and Delta Air Lines, all anticipated to continue their upward momentum.
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