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These are the catalysts to reignite stock market momentum in 2026, says UBS
MarketWatch· 2025-12-23 12:34
Core Viewpoint - UBS Wealth Management projects a target of 7,700 for the S&P 500 by the end of 2026 [1] Group 1 - The target reflects a bullish outlook on the U.S. equity market over the next few years [1] - UBS's forecast indicates a significant increase from current levels, suggesting strong growth potential [1]
Gold's rush for records has inspired a new high bar on Wall Street for 2026
MarketWatch· 2025-12-23 11:38
Core Viewpoint - Yardeni Research predicts that the price of precious metals will reach $6,000 by the end of 2026, indicating a bullish outlook for the sector [1] Group 1 - Precious metals are experiencing what appears to be another record day, suggesting strong market performance [1]
Novo Nordisk first out of the gate with oral weight-loss drug, and its stock jumps
MarketWatch· 2025-12-23 10:18
Core Viewpoint - A relief rally is occurring in Novo Nordisk's stock after a challenging year, during which it lost market position to its main competitor, Eli Lilly [1] Company Summary - Novo Nordisk experienced a difficult year, marked by a decline in stock performance [1] - The company is currently witnessing a recovery in its stock price, indicating a potential turnaround [1] Industry Summary - The competitive landscape in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the diabetes treatment sector, is highlighted by the rivalry between Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly [1] - The performance of Novo Nordisk's stock is being closely monitored as it attempts to regain its footing against competitors [1]
Does the stock market close early on Christmas Eve? Will banks be open?
MarketWatch· 2025-12-23 10:00
Expect plenty of schedule changes for financial markets, mail service, federal offices and more during the coming days ...
Palantir CEO Alex Karp buys 68-year-old Colorado monastery on 3,700 acres for whopping $120 million
MarketWatch· 2025-12-23 09:58
The Colorado monastery has been carefully tended to by a group of Trappist monks for the last seven decades. ...
Jake Paul-Anthony Joshua fight almost cost DraftKings $100 million. Everyday bettors lost instead.
MarketWatch· 2025-12-22 22:43
Core Insights - Sportsbooks have faced significant challenges throughout the year, but the recent Paul-Joshua fight provided a profitable outcome for the industry [1] Group 1 - The performance of sportsbooks has been notably poor in 2023, indicating a tough market environment [1] - The Paul-Joshua fight was a notable exception, resulting in a successful night for sportsbooks, suggesting that high-profile events can still drive revenue [1]
AMC's stock sinks to a 6th straight record low, as ‘Avatar' sequel's big opening fails to impress
MarketWatch· 2025-12-22 22:29
Group 1 - AMC Entertainment's stock has fallen to a sixth consecutive record low following the announcement of another amendment to its debt agreement, which includes the sale of shares [1] - The recent amendment indicates ongoing financial struggles for AMC, raising concerns about its ability to manage debt effectively [1] - The stock's decline reflects investor apprehension regarding the company's financial health and future prospects in the entertainment industry [1] Group 2 - The amendment to the debt agreement suggests that AMC is seeking to raise capital through equity, which may dilute existing shareholders' value [1] - This situation highlights the broader challenges faced by companies in the entertainment sector, particularly in the wake of changing consumer behaviors and market dynamics [1] - The continued drop in stock price may impact AMC's ability to attract new investments and could lead to further financial instability [1]
Dollar is finishing a difficult year with a ‘golden cross' — suggesting the worst might be over
MarketWatch· 2025-12-22 19:34
Core Viewpoint - The U.S. dollar is expected to experience a potential recovery in early 2026 after facing challenges throughout 2025 [1] Group 1 - The U.S. dollar has struggled significantly in 2025, indicating a challenging economic environment [1] - Recent developments suggest that there may be a reprieve for the dollar, hinting at a possible strengthening in the near future [1]
A closely watched gauge of bond-market volatility is signaling all-clear for stocks
MarketWatch· 2025-12-22 18:57
November wasn't exactly a great month for the U.S. stock market, although the S&P 500 did manage to eke out a small gain. So far, December is shaping up to be only modestly better. ...
The AI power scramble intensifies with Alphabet's purchase of data-center partner Intersect
MarketWatch· 2025-12-22 18:35
With energy becoming a critical AI bottleneck, Google's $4.75 billion acquisition of Intersect is a move to secure power for its data centers ...