United States: Daily Stock Market Performance Insight - December 24, 2025

Daily Gainers
2,955
Daily Losers
1,701
Average Return
0.59%
Total Stocks
5,001
View Detailed Market Cap Breakdown
Market Cap Daily Gainers Daily Losers Average Return Total Stocks
Mega Cap 44 10 0.52% 55
Large Cap 485 222 0.26% 713
Mid Cap 621 319 0.31% 963
Small Cap 297 161 0.56% 474

US Markets Gain on Strong Economy, AI Boost, Mixed Data

Market Sentiment: mixed
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Importance Score: 5/10

Reasoning

The news presents a mix of positive signals (GDP growth, AI stock performance, UiPath inclusion) and negative/cautionary signals (rising inflation, falling consumer confidence, Intel setback), indicating a complex market outlook. The economic data and corporate actions suggest a significant, but not overwhelmingly positive, impact on the market.

Key Takeaway

Despite mixed consumer confidence, strong economic growth and AI sector performance are driving market gains, but low trading volume warrants caution.

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  • Market indices displayed modest gains on December 24th, 2025, amid thin holiday trading volume. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2% to close at 48,442.41, while the Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.6%, finishing at 23,561.84, driven by strength in AI stocks. Total trading volume was 14.01 billion shares, below the 20-session average of 16.67 billion.

  • A key theme is the resilience of the US economy and the tech sector, particularly AI. Q3 2025 GDP growth exceeded expectations, jumping to 4.3% from 3.8% in Q2, despite rising inflation. The PCE price index increased to 2.8% in Q3 (from 2.1% in Q2) and Core PCE rose to 2.9% (from 2.6% in Q2). This economic strength fueled gains in tech, with Marvell Technology (MRVL) up 3.4% and Nvidia (NVDA) continuing its comeback, facing resistance near $196 and $212.

  • Another theme is corporate activity and index adjustments. UiPath (PATH) is set to join the S&P MidCap 400, rising 5% on the news, having already gained 30% this year. BP (BP) is selling a majority stake in Castrol for $8 billion, restructuring its portfolio. Conversely, Intel (INTC) shares fell 3% after Reuters reported Nvidia halted testing of Intel’s 18A process technology.

  • Data points reveal a mixed consumer outlook. While Initial Jobless Claims fell by 10,000 to 214,000, the Consumer Confidence Index slipped to 89.1, missing estimates of 92.5. Industrial Production edged up 0.2% in November, with capacity utilization holding steady at 76%.

  • Investor Implications: Monitor Nvidia’s progress towards $196 and $212 as a gauge of tech sector momentum. Watch for further economic data releases to assess the impact of rising inflation on GDP growth. The low trading volume suggests caution, but the overall trend remains positive. Consider UiPath as a potential beneficiary of index inclusion. Be mindful of the mixed signals from consumer confidence.

Daily Streak Leaders for December 24, 2025

Stock Streak Streak Return
6 days 8.64%

Citigroup shows consistent strength with a 6-day winning streak (111.89 → 121.56), delivering 8.6% gains. With 22.1B revenue generating only 3.8B profit (17.2% margin) in Qtr ending Sep 2025, the market prices in future margin expansion potential.

6 days 8.42%

Merck & Co builds on success with a 6-day winning streak (98.18 → 106.45), delivering 8.4% gains. The financials tell a compelling story: 17.3B revenue generating 5.8B net profit (33.5% margin) demonstrates exceptional profit margins as of Qtr ending Sep 2025.

2 days 0.02%

Applovin pulls back after a 2-day decline (727.38 → 727.50), down 0.0%. However, fundamentals remain robust: 1.5B revenue generating 576.4M profit (38.8% margin) as of Qtr ending Mar 2025 suggests this could be a temporary setback. Value hunters take note.

2 days -0.82%

Tesla consolidates with a 2-day decline (489.40 → 485.40), down 0.8%. Weak margins on 19.3B revenue with only 420.0M profit (2.2% margin) in Qtr ending Mar 2025 validate market skepticism. Structural improvements needed before sentiment shifts.

8 days 6.35%

Freeport-McMoRan shows consistent strength with a 8-day winning streak (48.82 → 51.92), delivering 6.3% gains. The financials tell a compelling story: 5.7B revenue generating 793.0M net profit (13.8% margin) demonstrates exceptional profit margins as of Qtr ending Mar 2025.

7 days 2.35%

News maintains strong momentum with a 7-day winning streak (29.32 → 30.01), delivering 2.4% gains. With 2.1B revenue generating only 776.0M profit (36.8% margin) in Qtr ending Jun 2025, the market prices in future margin expansion potential.

9 days -10.13%

Zebra Technologies experiences extended pressure with a 9-day decline (273.63 → 245.90), down 10.1%. Revenue of 1.3B provides a foundation, but 136.0M net income (10.4% margin) in Qtr ending Mar 2025 highlights operational challenges that need addressing.

4 days -12.54%

Shopify consolidates with a 4-day decline (109.17 → 95.48), down 12.5%. However, fundamentals remain robust: 2.8B revenue generating 1.3B profit (46.0% margin) as of Qtr ending Dec 2024 suggests this could be a temporary setback. Value hunters take note.

11 days 13.48%

Supernus is on fire with an unstoppable a 11-day winning streak (45.62 → 51.77), delivering 13.5% gains. Despite 192.1M in revenue and - 45.1M loss (-23.5% margin) as of Qtr ending Sep 2025, the market sees potential beyond current profitability. This momentum suggests confidence in future execution.

7 days 18.31%

Cava shows consistent strength with a 7-day winning streak (52.17 → 61.72), delivering 18.3% gains. Financial performance remains steady with 292.2M revenue yielding 14.7M profit (Qtr ending Sep 2025). The 5.0% margin suggests room for growth as operations scale.

8 days -14.06%

Vail Resorts struggles to find footing after a 8-day decline (162.50 → 139.66), down 14.1%. Financial struggles compound the decline: despite 271.3M revenue, - 192.9M losses persist (-71.1% margin) as of Qtr ending Jul 2025. Until profitability improves, caution remains warranted.

8 days -6.61%

St. Joe Company struggles to find footing after a 8-day decline (63.12 → 58.95), down 6.6%. However, fundamentals remain robust: 129.1M revenue generating 29.8M profit (23.1% margin) as of Qtr ending Jun 2025 suggests this could be a temporary setback. Value hunters take note.

7 days 12.56%

Astrana Health builds on success with a 7-day winning streak (22.29 → 25.09), delivering 12.6% gains. With 654.8M revenue generating only 10.2M profit (1.6% margin) in Qtr ending Jun 2025, the market prices in future margin expansion potential.

6 days 12.48%

Biglari Holdings maintains strong momentum with a 6-day winning streak (321.30 → 361.39), delivering 12.5% gains. Despite 99.7M in revenue and - 5.3M loss (-5.3% margin) as of Qtr ending Sep 2025, the market sees potential beyond current profitability. This momentum suggests confidence in future execution.

8 days -12.62%

Delek US Holdings experiences extended pressure with a 8-day decline (34.00 → 29.71), down 12.6%. Financial struggles compound the decline: despite 2.6B revenue, - 158.5M losses persist (-6.0% margin) as of Qtr ending Mar 2025. Until profitability improves, caution remains warranted.

6 days -39.46%

Heritage Distilling encounters challenges with a 6-day decline (14.19 → 8.59), down 39.5%. Financial struggles compound the decline: despite 1.1M revenue, - 3.0M losses persist (-277.8% margin) as of Qtr ending Mar 2025. Until profitability improves, caution remains warranted.

United States Market Daily Gainers & Losers: December 24, 2025

Top United States Stock Gainers (December 24, 2025)

Stock Day Open Day Close Daily Change Volume Daily Volume
$278.00 $286.68 3.77% 18.4M 18.4M
$858.60 $871.86 2.00% 1.8M 1.8M
$119.71 $121.56 1.81% 13.2M 13.2M
$105.36 $106.45 1.34% 4.9M 4.9M
$175.26 $177.33 1.24% 2.2M 2.2M
$6.25 $7.40 15.62% 27.2K 27.2K
$15.02 $17.18 13.55% 324.1K 324.1K
$58.88 $60.00 4.64% 35.0M 35.0M
$33.85 $34.79 3.11% 631.7K 631.7K
$7.08 $7.23 2.84% 12.5M 12.5M
$22.44 $27.29 25.47% 3.6M 3.6M
$36.04 $40.28 13.91% 3.8M 3.8M
$16.98 $17.16 7.52% 34.1M 34.1M
$11.50 $11.50 4.55% 362 362
$17.49 $18.25 4.41% 1.9M 1.9M
$15.49 $15.38 38.19% 30.7M 30.7M
$28.00 $29.17 18.63% 6.1M 6.1M
$28.16 $31.08 13.22% 1.2M 1.2M
$4.85 $5.29 10.21% 661.5K 661.5K
$17.47 $18.18 7.64% 3.6M 3.6M

Biggest United States Stock Losers (December 24, 2025)

Stock Day Open Day Close Daily Change Volume Daily Volume
$187.92 $188.61 -0.32% 64.8M 64.8M
$72.97 $72.84 -0.31% 1.0M 1.0M
$119.33 $119.22 -0.17% 6.1M 6.1M
$578.62 $579.12 -0.14% 401.0K 401.0K
$728.00 $727.50 -0.13% 931.2K 931.2K
$89.91 $78.05 -8.89% 25.7M 25.7M
$29.65 $27.52 -5.49% 23.1M 23.1M
$51.70 $49.82 -3.06% 10.1M 10.1M
$47.80 $46.49 -2.92% 2.0M 2.0M
$81.00 $79.97 -2.83% 1.2M 1.2M
$26.35 $24.96 -8.03% 6.4M 6.4M
$9.27 $8.86 -4.11% 9.5K 9.5K
$27.45 $26.61 -3.97% 772.6K 772.6K
$11.68 $11.43 -2.72% 7.8M 7.8M
$24.98 $24.53 -2.35% 10.4M 10.4M
$152.78 $137.70 -7.52% 118.3K 118.3K
$21.06 $19.66 -7.00% 10.1K 10.1K
$9.96 $9.86 -4.83% 12.4M 12.4M
$31.30 $30.30 -4.57% 2.0M 2.0M
$14.17 $13.43 -4.21% 1.4M 1.4M

Most Active United States Stocks on December 24, 2025

Stock Day Open Day Close Daily Change Volume Daily Volume
$187.92 $188.61 -0.32% 64.8M 64.8M
$488.51 $485.40 -0.03% 41.0M 41.0M
$278.00 $286.68 3.77% 18.4M 18.4M
$272.34 $273.81 0.53% 17.1M 17.1M
$56.13 $56.25 0.50% 13.4M 13.4M
$35.17 $36.16 -0.52% 36.9M 36.9M
$58.88 $60.00 4.64% 35.0M 35.0M
$89.91 $78.05 -8.89% 25.7M 25.7M
$29.65 $27.52 -5.49% 23.1M 23.1M
$24.92 $25.03 0.60% 19.1M 19.1M
$2.04 $2.10 2.44% 46.4M 46.4M
$16.98 $17.16 7.52% 34.1M 34.1M
$6.09 $6.03 -1.47% 27.8M 27.8M
$15.61 $15.68 0.51% 25.0M 25.0M
$8.99 $9.11 1.67% 23.3M 23.3M
$15.49 $15.38 38.19% 30.7M 30.7M
$4.73 $4.74 0.21% 14.0M 14.0M
$2.61 $2.67 0.75% 12.6M 12.6M
$9.96 $9.86 -4.83% 12.4M 12.4M
$8.30 $7.82 -2.37% 9.7M 9.7M

United States Sector Performance on December 24, 2025

Technology

1.40%
700 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: MU +3.77%
Large Cap: LITE +2.20%
Mid Cap: PATH +7.52%
Small Cap: AMPL +2.76%

Healthcare

1.07%
994 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: MRK +1.34%
Large Cap: VTRS +1.83%
Small Cap: DVAX +38.19%

Real Estate

0.89%
254 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Large Cap: INVH +1.60%
Mid Cap: COLD +3.03%
Small Cap: ABR +2.99%

Utilities

0.78%
88 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Large Cap: NRG +1.55%
Mid Cap: KEN +1.73%
Small Cap: RNW +1.48%

Consumer Cyclical

0.53%
509 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: MCD +0.80%
Large Cap: PSNYW +15.62%
Mid Cap: AAP +4.15%
Small Cap: REAL +4.37%

Consumer Defensive

0.52%
212 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: COST +2.00%
Large Cap: TGT +2.36%
Mid Cap: OLLI +2.10%
Small Cap: HLF +3.28%

Industrials

0.34%
627 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: GE +0.39%
Large Cap: SPXC +1.47%
Mid Cap: CECO +3.05%
Small Cap: WLDN +2.66%

Basic Materials

0.29%
237 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: LIN -0.05%
Large Cap: GOLD +3.11%
Mid Cap: TMC +4.24%
Small Cap: METC +7.64%

Financial Services

0.11%
760 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: C +1.81%
Large Cap: RKT +1.94%
Mid Cap: DBRG +2.48%
Small Cap: BWIN +4.36%

Energy

-0.33%
191 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: CVX -0.01%
Large Cap: VG +2.84%
Mid Cap: LEU +0.83%
Small Cap: CMBT +1.05%

Communication Services

-0.42%
216 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: DIS +1.11%
Large Cap: TTD +1.82%
Small Cap: TBLA +3.85%

Data is updated regularly. Daily performance is calculated based on closing prices.