United States: Daily Stock Market Performance Insight - December 24, 2025
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
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 |
|---|---|---|
Citigroup | C
Financial Services
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Mega Cap
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6 days ↑ | 8.64% |
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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. |
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Merck & Co | MRK
Healthcare
|
Mega Cap
|
6 days ↑ | 8.42% |
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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. |
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Applovin | APP
Communication Services
|
Mega Cap
|
2 days ↓ | 0.02% |
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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. |
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Tesla | TSLA
Consumer Cyclical
|
Mega Cap
|
2 days ↓ | -0.82% |
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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. |
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Freeport-McMoRan | FCX
Basic Materials
|
Large Cap
|
8 days ↑ | 6.35% |
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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. |
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News | NWS
Communication Services
|
Large Cap
|
7 days ↑ | 2.35% |
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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. |
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Zebra Technologies | ZBRA
Technology
|
Large Cap
|
9 days ↓ | -10.13% |
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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. |
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Shopify | SHOP
Technology
|
Large Cap
|
4 days ↓ | -12.54% |
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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. |
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Supernus | SUPN
Healthcare
|
Mid Cap
|
11 days ↑ | 13.48% |
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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. |
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Cava | CAVA
Consumer Cyclical
|
Mid Cap
|
7 days ↑ | 18.31% |
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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. |
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Vail Resorts | MTN
Consumer Cyclical
|
Mid Cap
|
8 days ↓ | -14.06% |
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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. |
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St. Joe Company | JOE
Real Estate
|
Mid Cap
|
8 days ↓ | -6.61% |
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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. |
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Astrana Health | ASTH
Healthcare
|
Small Cap
|
7 days ↑ | 12.56% |
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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. |
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B
Biglari Holdings | BH
Consumer Cyclical
|
Small Cap
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6 days ↑ | 12.48% |
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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. |
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Delek US Holdings | DK
Energy
|
Small Cap
|
8 days ↓ | -12.62% |
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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. |
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Heritage Distilling | CASK
Consumer Defensive
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Small Cap
|
6 days ↓ | -39.46% |
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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. |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Micron Technology | MU
Technology
|
Mega Cap
|
$278.00 | $286.68 | 3.77% | 18.4M | 18.4M |
Costco Wholesale | COST
Consumer Defensive
|
Mega Cap
|
$858.60 | $871.86 | 2.00% | 1.8M | 1.8M |
Citigroup | C
Financial Services
|
Mega Cap
|
$119.71 | $121.56 | 1.81% | 13.2M | 13.2M |
Merck & Co | MRK
Healthcare
|
Mega Cap
|
$105.36 | $106.45 | 1.34% | 4.9M | 4.9M |
Lam Research | LRCX
Technology
|
Mega Cap
|
$175.26 | $177.33 | 1.24% | 2.2M | 2.2M |
Polestar Automotive | PSNYW
Consumer Cyclical
|
Large Cap
|
$6.25 | $7.40 | 15.62% | 27.2K | 27.2K |
Polestar Automotive | PSNY
Consumer Cyclical
|
Large Cap
|
$15.02 | $17.18 | 13.55% | 324.1K | 324.1K |
Nike | NKE
Consumer Cyclical
|
Large Cap
|
$58.88 | $60.00 | 4.64% | 35.0M | 35.0M |
Barrick Gold | GOLD
Basic Materials
|
Large Cap
|
$33.85 | $34.79 | 3.11% | 631.7K | 631.7K |
Venture Global | VG
Energy
|
Large Cap
|
$7.08 | $7.23 | 2.84% | 12.5M | 12.5M |
Edgewise | EWTX
Healthcare
|
Mid Cap
|
$22.44 | $27.29 | 25.47% | 3.6M | 3.6M |
Travere Therapeutics | TVTX
Healthcare
|
Mid Cap
|
$36.04 | $40.28 | 13.91% | 3.8M | 3.8M |
Uipath | PATH
Technology
|
Mid Cap
|
$16.98 | $17.16 | 7.52% | 34.1M | 34.1M |
Liberty Global plc | LBTYB
Communication Services
|
Mid Cap
|
$11.50 | $11.50 | 4.55% | 362 | 362 |
Wave Life Sciences | WVE
Healthcare
|
Mid Cap
|
$17.49 | $18.25 | 4.41% | 1.9M | 1.9M |
Dynavax Technologies | DVAX
Healthcare
|
Small Cap
|
$15.49 | $15.38 | 38.19% | 30.7M | 30.7M |
Agios | AGIO
Healthcare
|
Small Cap
|
$28.00 | $29.17 | 18.63% | 6.1M | 6.1M |
Kodiak Sciences | KOD
Healthcare
|
Small Cap
|
$28.16 | $31.08 | 13.22% | 1.2M | 1.2M |
Alvotech S.A | ALVO
Healthcare
|
Small Cap
|
$4.85 | $5.29 | 10.21% | 661.5K | 661.5K |
Ramaco Resources | METC
Basic Materials
|
Small Cap
|
$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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nvidia | NVDA
Technology
|
Mega Cap
|
$187.92 | $188.61 | -0.32% | 64.8M | 64.8M |
Shell plc | SHEL
Energy
|
Mega Cap
|
$72.97 | $72.84 | -0.31% | 1.0M | 1.0M |
Exxon Mobil | XOM
Energy
|
Mega Cap
|
$119.33 | $119.22 | -0.17% | 6.1M | 6.1M |
Thermo Fisher | TMO
Healthcare
|
Mega Cap
|
$578.62 | $579.12 | -0.14% | 401.0K | 401.0K |
Applovin | APP
Communication Services
|
Mega Cap
|
$728.00 | $727.50 | -0.13% | 931.2K | 931.2K |
Ast Spacemobile | ASTS
Technology
|
Large Cap
|
$89.91 | $78.05 | -8.89% | 25.7M | 25.7M |
D-Wave Quantum | QBTS
Technology
|
Large Cap
|
$29.65 | $27.52 | -5.49% | 23.1M | 23.1M |
IonQ | IONQ
Technology
|
Large Cap
|
$51.70 | $49.82 | -3.06% | 10.1M | 10.1M |
On Holding AG | ONON
Consumer Cyclical
|
Large Cap
|
$47.80 | $46.49 | -2.92% | 2.0M | 2.0M |
Kratos Defense | KTOS
Industrials
|
Large Cap
|
$81.00 | $79.97 | -2.83% | 1.2M | 1.2M |
Hycroft Mining | HYMC
Basic Materials
|
Mid Cap
|
$26.35 | $24.96 | -8.03% | 6.4M | 6.4M |
Companhia Paranaense | ELPC
Utilities
|
Mid Cap
|
$9.27 | $8.86 | -4.11% | 9.5K | 9.5K |
Perpetua Resources | PPTA
Basic Materials
|
Mid Cap
|
$27.45 | $26.61 | -3.97% | 772.6K | 772.6K |
Quantum Computing | QUBT
Technology
|
Mid Cap
|
$11.68 | $11.43 | -2.72% | 7.8M | 7.8M |
Rigetti Computing | RGTI
Technology
|
Mid Cap
|
$24.98 | $24.53 | -2.35% | 10.4M | 10.4M |
Smx Security Matters | SMX
Industrials
|
Small Cap
|
$152.78 | $137.70 | -7.52% | 118.3K | 118.3K |
Mf International | MFI
Technology
|
Small Cap
|
$21.06 | $19.66 | -7.00% | 10.1K | 10.1K |
|
S
Sable Offshore | SOC
Energy
|
Small Cap
|
$9.96 | $9.86 | -4.83% | 12.4M | 12.4M |
Nano Nuclear Energy | NNE
Industrials
|
Small Cap
|
$31.30 | $30.30 | -4.57% | 2.0M | 2.0M |
Mind Medicine | MNMD
Healthcare
|
Small Cap
|
$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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nvidia | NVDA
Technology
|
Mega Cap
|
$187.92 | $188.61 | -0.32% | 64.8M | 64.8M |
Tesla | TSLA
Consumer Cyclical
|
Mega Cap
|
$488.51 | $485.40 | -0.03% | 41.0M | 41.0M |
Micron Technology | MU
Technology
|
Mega Cap
|
$278.00 | $286.68 | 3.77% | 18.4M | 18.4M |
Apple | AAPL
Technology
|
Mega Cap
|
$272.34 | $273.81 | 0.53% | 17.1M | 17.1M |
|
B
Bank of America | BAC
Financial Services
|
Mega Cap
|
$56.13 | $56.25 | 0.50% | 13.4M | 13.4M |
Intel | INTC
Technology
|
Large Cap
|
$35.17 | $36.16 | -0.52% | 36.9M | 36.9M |
Nike | NKE
Consumer Cyclical
|
Large Cap
|
$58.88 | $60.00 | 4.64% | 35.0M | 35.0M |
Ast Spacemobile | ASTS
Technology
|
Large Cap
|
$89.91 | $78.05 | -8.89% | 25.7M | 25.7M |
D-Wave Quantum | QBTS
Technology
|
Large Cap
|
$29.65 | $27.52 | -5.49% | 23.1M | 23.1M |
Pfizer | PFE
Healthcare
|
Large Cap
|
$24.92 | $25.03 | 0.60% | 19.1M | 19.1M |
Plug Power | PLUG
Industrials
|
Mid Cap
|
$2.04 | $2.10 | 2.44% | 46.4M | 46.4M |
Uipath | PATH
Technology
|
Mid Cap
|
$16.98 | $17.16 | 7.52% | 34.1M | 34.1M |
BigBear.ai Holdings | BBAI
Technology
|
Mid Cap
|
$6.09 | $6.03 | -1.47% | 27.8M | 27.8M |
American Airlines | AAL
Industrials
|
Mid Cap
|
$15.61 | $15.68 | 0.51% | 25.0M | 25.0M |
Ondas Holdings | ONDS
Technology
|
Mid Cap
|
$8.99 | $9.11 | 1.67% | 23.3M | 23.3M |
Dynavax Technologies | DVAX
Healthcare
|
Small Cap
|
$15.49 | $15.38 | 38.19% | 30.7M | 30.7M |
JetBlue Airways | JBLU
Industrials
|
Small Cap
|
$4.73 | $4.74 | 0.21% | 14.0M | 14.0M |
Bitfarms | BITF
Financial Services
|
Small Cap
|
$2.61 | $2.67 | 0.75% | 12.6M | 12.6M |
|
S
Sable Offshore | SOC
Energy
|
Small Cap
|
$9.96 | $9.86 | -4.83% | 12.4M | 12.4M |
Redwire | RDW
Industrials
|
Small Cap
|
$8.30 | $7.82 | -2.37% | 9.7M | 9.7M |
United States Sector Performance on December 24, 2025
Technology
Healthcare
Real Estate
Utilities
Consumer Cyclical
Consumer Defensive
Industrials
Basic Materials
Financial Services
Energy
Communication Services
Data is updated regularly. Daily performance is calculated based on closing prices.