NEW YORK, Dec. 31, 2025 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins.
Kristen Scholer delivers the pre-market update on December 31st
- Stocks are fractionally lower Wednesday as profit-taking continues after a third straight year of double-digit gains. The S&P 500 is on track to finish the year up about 17%.
- AI optimism, lower borrowing costs, and strong earnings fueled the rally, despite volatility from trade policy, geopolitical tensions, and valuation concerns later in the year.
- The typical year-end rally hasn't materialized—the S&P is down 0.2% so far. Fed minutes revealed policymakers were split on cutting rates in December.
Opening Bell
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Closing Bell
USO celebrates closing out 2025, honoring the strength and resilience of America's military community.
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