Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-12-22 13:20Market Overview - US stock index futures are all up, with Dow futures up 0.01%, S&P 500 futures up 0.34%, and Nasdaq futures up 0.53% [1] - European indices show mixed performance, with Germany's DAX down 0.01%, UK's FTSE 100 down 0.42%, France's CAC 40 down 0.33%, and the Euro Stoxx 50 down 0.11% [2][3] - WTI crude oil increased by 2.12% to $57.72 per barrel, while Brent crude oil rose by 2.10% to $61.74 per barrel [3][4] Economic Insights - The US stock market is expected to experience a "Santa Claus rally" this week, with major indices close to historical highs, within 3% [5] - The Federal Reserve is experiencing internal divisions regarding monetary policy, with some officials advocating for a pause in rate adjustments until inflation trends become clearer [6] - Goldman Sachs forecasts a robust global economic growth of 2.8% in 2026, with the US economy expected to grow by 2.6%, benefiting from reduced tariff drag and tax policies [9] Company News - Micron Technology's strong earnings report and optimistic guidance have boosted the semiconductor sector, with stocks like Nvidia and AMD also showing gains [10] - Uber is partnering with Baidu to launch autonomous ride-hailing services in London, aiming for a pilot project in the first half of 2026 [11] - Rocket Lab successfully completed its 21st launch of the year, achieving a 100% success rate, which positively impacted its stock price [12] - Private equity firms Permira and Warburg Pincus are leading the acquisition of Clearwater Analytics for a total valuation of $8.4 billion, with shareholders receiving $24.55 per share [13]